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The United States has enacted a new 12.5% tariff on Switzerland, one of 60 countries accused of not doing enough to combat forced labour in supply chains, escalating trade tensions.
Switzerland's freeze on payments for delayed US Patriot air-defence systems is being circumvented, as the US redirects funds already allocated for F-35 fighter jets to cover the Patriot costs, a move confirmed by Swiss procurement officials.
Switzerland's relationship with the United States is under a microscope as the Swiss government suspends new arms exports due to the Middle East conflict, citing neutrality. Simultaneously, Bern is discussing its response to two separate US investigations into alleged unfair trading practices.
A major snowstorm battering the northeastern United States has forced Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) to cancel at least nine flights connecting Zurich and Geneva with US hubs, including New York, Newark, and Boston, causing significant disruption for transatlantic passengers.
The head of the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) has cautioned that Swiss companies will likely have to adapt to ongoing US tariffs, as policy yo-yoing from the US administration creates an unclear situation for exporters.
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