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FIFA President Gianni Infantino, a Swiss citizen, has been called to appear before the US Congress to answer questions regarding his close relationship with former President Donald Trump and potential questionable favors.
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Business
The Thurgau-based railway manufacturer Stadler has won a contract to supply 21 Citylink-type trams to the Austin Transit Partnership in the United States, with an option for 19 more, bolstering its presence in the US market.
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International Relations
The United States has alleged that Swiss-based companies are part of a network managing a covert fleet of oil tankers and financing the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, helping Tehran to circumvent Washington's sanctions.
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Economy
Swiss industry leaders are worried about new US tariffs announced for steel and aluminum imports, anticipating increased administrative complexity and economic uncertainty for one of Switzerland's key export sectors.
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Defense
The United States is reportedly circumventing a Swiss payment freeze on Patriot air-defence systems by redirecting funds intended for F-35 fighter jets. Swiss officials confirmed the move, which involves a sum described as a 'low three-digit million amount', creating a new point of tension in the defense deal.
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Finance
Swiss banking giant UBS announced it has secured a national banking licence in the United States. The move is a significant step that should enable the bank to strengthen its position and operations within the competitive US market.
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Foreign Policy
Citing its principle of neutrality, the Swiss Federal Council announced it will no longer approve new licences for arms exports to the United States for the duration of the current conflict in the Middle East.
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Trade
The United States government is launching a new trade investigation into Switzerland, the EU, China, and others to assess whether their manufacturing overcapacity is creating an economic disadvantage for the US. The probe follows legal setbacks to previous tariff policies.
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Economy
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared relations with Switzerland are 'back on a very good track' as a survey reveals renewed optimism among Swiss CEOs following the confirmation of a new US tariff agreement.
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economy
The Swiss government has approved its final mandate to proceed with a tariff agreement with the United States. This development comes as new figures show that sales of Gruyère cheese in the US, despite facing tariffs, did not fall as catastrophically as initially feared, demonstrating the resilience of key Swiss exports.
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Trade
The Swiss Federal Council has officially approved the final mandate to begin trade negotiations with the United States. This move comes as major Swiss supermarkets like Coop and Migros state they will not import US meat, while the catering industry shows interest.
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science
While EU launches €500 million initiative to attract US scientists facing funding cuts, Switzerland maintains independent stance on researcher recruitment.
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banking
UBS reaches agreement with US Department of Justice over Credit Suisse mortgage securities case, paying $300 million to resolve outstanding obligations.
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economy
The United States announces substantial new tariffs on Swiss imports, marking a significant shift in trade relations between the two countries.
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diplomacy
Swiss ambassador summoned by Iran over Trump statements while maintaining crucial US interests protection role
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economy
Economics Minister Guy Parmelin pushes for progress in trade talks amid growing pressure from US tariff impacts on Swiss exports
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diplomacy
Geneva hosts crucial trade negotiations between China and US, highlighting Switzerland's diplomatic role
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humanitarian aid
Swiss humanitarian organizations brace for impact as US slashes international aid budgets
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politics
Thierry Burkart, Swiss Radical Party president, expresses concerns about US reliability and calls for Switzerland to strengthen its security policy amid geopolitical uncertainty.
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