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The United States is threatening to impose new 12.5% tariffs on Switzerland, alleging the country is not doing enough to prevent the import of goods produced with forced labour. The move is part of a broader action by the US administration targeting around 60 trading partners.
The price for Switzerland's order of the US-made Patriot missile defense system is reportedly on track to double from its original CHF2.3 billion budget, with deliveries also facing delays of five to seven years due to international conflicts.
MBaer Merchant Bank, launched as a modern alternative to the old guard of Swiss banking, is forced into liquidation after being designated a 'primary money laundering concern' by the US Treasury, a move described as the 'kiss of death' for financial institutions.
The US administration has confirmed a new 15% tariff on Swiss pharmaceutical exports, part of a broader strategy to bolster domestic production. This move directly impacts a cornerstone of the Swiss economy and follows earlier reports anticipating duties of up to 100%.
The Swiss government may abandon its purchase of the US Patriot air defence system, Defence Minister Martin Pfister has warned. The move comes in response to significant delivery delays and has ignited a debate over Swiss defense procurement and relations with the US.
The Swiss government has halted new authorizations for war materiel exports to the US, citing the ongoing conflict in Iran and its commitment to neutrality under the War Materiel Act. The decision affects future arms deals but existing licenses will be reviewed.
The Swiss government has denied two US requests for military overflights related to the conflict with Iran, reaffirming its long-standing policy of neutrality. This decision comes as Swiss MPs call for reduced security dependence on the US and a re-evaluation of Switzerland's role as a mediator in the turbulent Middle East.
Following a US court ruling against certain tariffs, Swiss companies are moving to reclaim millions in overpaid duties. However, with the US administration exploring new legal avenues, Swiss economic officials warn of continued uncertainty and the likelihood of living with tariffs.
Switzerland's economy returned to growth in the fourth quarter of last year, buoyed by its services sector. This recovery follows a previous contraction attributed to US tariffs, and comes as Donald Trump again singled out Switzerland's trade surplus to justify his protectionist trade policies.
A United States Senate committee is investigating 890 Credit Suisse accounts suspected of ties to the Nazi regime, with some allegedly remaining open until as recently as 2020, intensifying scrutiny of the bank's historical dealings.
The Swiss government has officially approved the final mandate to begin trade negotiations with the United States, clearing the way for formal talks on a tariff agreement. The decision comes as Swiss supermarkets state they will not stock US meat, while the restaurant industry shows interest.
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