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Nine major Swiss parties reported CHF24.6 million in income for 2025, down from the previous year. This analysis should explain the new transparency rules, compare party finances and assess what the figures reveal about money in Swiss politics.
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artificial intelligence
Research during the ‘No to ten million’ referendum campaign found that Google frequently answered Swiss search queries with AI-generated overviews. Watchdogs say limited transparency over the sources and design of these systems could give technology companies an increasingly influential role in democratic debate.
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politics
Survey reveals 98% of federal parliamentarians experienced hostility in past two years, with right-wing and Green party members most affected.
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politics
Exiled Russians in Switzerland protest participation of Putin-aligned parliamentarians at Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Geneva, citing concerns over democracy and neutrality.
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accessibility
Zurich launches groundbreaking voting template system allowing blind and visually impaired citizens to vote independently, with nationwide rollout planned for 2026
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politics
Federal Chancellery drafts new guidelines for signature collectors following discovery of falsified referendum signatures, marking first national standard.
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politics
As Italy revolutionizes its democratic process with digital signature collection, Switzerland watches closely for potential improvements to its own direct democracy system.
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technology
New survey reveals 78% of Swiss support electronic voting implementation, with strong trust in Swiss Post as technical provider despite security concerns.
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politics
Two initiatives targeting wind farm expansion restrictions, particularly in forested areas, gather sufficient signatures for national vote, demanding democratic oversight of installations.
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technology
Swiss scientists investigate how democracies can prevent Chinese-style social scoring systems from emerging in Western societies
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politics
Swiss lawmakers approve pilot project for electronic signature collection for initiatives and referendums, marking a significant step toward modernizing direct democracy.
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politics
University of Lausanne research reveals how leaders exhibiting narcissistic traits gain support from voters with extreme views, contributing to political division.
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politics
A Swiss digital voting tool is making waves in Japan, challenging the long-standing dominance of the Liberal Democratic Party and revolutionizing political engagement among young voters.
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politics
Annual Landsgemeinde open-air assembly attracts thousands, showcasing Switzerland's oldest form of direct democracy in action.
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politics
Federal Council recommends standard referendum process for upcoming EU agreement vote, marking crucial decision in Swiss-EU relations.
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politics
Federal Council recommends standard referendum process without cantonal majority requirement for upcoming EU framework agreement decision.
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politics
Switzerland's 25-year democracy promotion effort in Tajikistan encounters new obstacles amid increasing authoritarianism and restricted international observation.
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civil rights
New restrictions on demonstrations in Zurich and Geneva spark concerns from Amnesty International about the deterioration of civil liberties in Switzerland.
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health
Randomly selected 100-member assembly backs controversial sugar tax as part of broader public health reforms, setting stage for potential national debate.
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health
Switzerland's Citizens' Assembly backs controversial proposal for sugar tax on foods and beverages, marking significant shift in public health policy approach.
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