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The Australian pharmaceutical group CSL Behring has completed a transformation process at its Bern site, resulting in a reduction of its workforce by just under 10%. The company stated the move strengthens its long-term competitiveness.
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Foreign Policy
The Swiss government has adopted a new package of sanctions against Russia, aligning with the European Union's 20th package. The measures include new service bans related to Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) and the activation of an anti-circumvention tool.
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Climate Change
Intense summer heat is prompting significant changes across Switzerland, with over half the population altering holiday plans according to a new survey. Meanwhile, teachers' unions are demanding urgent adaptations for school buildings ill-equipped to handle high temperatures.
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WEF
The World Economic Forum is still courting Christine Lagarde, head of the European Central Bank, to become its next chair. The matter was reportedly discussed at a recent WEF board meeting as the organization seeks a successor to founder Klaus Schwab.
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Energy
In response to European energy market uncertainties, the Swiss government has secured an option to purchase gas from the transit pipeline running from France to Italy. This measure is designed to enhance gas supply for the coming winter, particularly for industrial users.
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Economy
Switzerland's economy demonstrated positive signs as exports surged by 13.8% in July, led by the chemical and pharmaceutical sector. Concurrently, the Swiss insurance sector reported a remarkable 136% year-on-year increase in aggregate annual profit for 2025.
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Politics
The Swiss government has announced that the new system of individual taxation for married couples will not come into force until January 1, 2032. This decision provides cantons with the maximum possible time to amend their tax laws and social security deductions.
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Economy
An optimized free trade agreement between Switzerland and China has been concluded, which will result in 99.8% of current Swiss exports entering the Chinese market duty-free after phase-out periods. The deal also secures market access for Swiss investors.
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Economy
The Swiss government has announced a sharp financial turnaround, now forecasting a CHF800 million budget surplus for 2026 instead of a previously expected deficit, primarily due to a surge in corporate tax revenues.
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