Russia, Switzerland and European Union
US laments ‘disappointing’ Swiss decision not to fully adopt latest EU sanctions against Russia
The United States says it is disappointed with a decision by the Swiss government not to adopt all measures in the latest round of European Union sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine.
Switzerland defends decision to omit subsidiaries from Russian sanctions
Switzerland is "unequivocally committed" to sanctions against Moscow, the government said on Friday, after it decided not to adopt in full a package of European Union measures, a decision the U.S. ambassador said was disappointing.
Switzerland Won’t Implement the EU’s Russia Sanctions on Subsidiaries
Switzerland has decided not to fully implement the latest package of European Union sanctions against Russia, saying Swiss law already allows measures to prosecute subsidiaries of companies based in the country.
Swiss Defend Decision Not to Adopt Latest Russia Sanctions in Full
Switzerland on Friday said it was "unequivocally" committed to sanctions against Russia after Bern decided not to adopt in full the latest package of restrictions imposed by the European Union. The Swiss government this week said it would opt out of a requirement that targets subsidiaries of companies operating in third countries,
US Worried Swiss Leaving Loophole In Russia Sanctions
The US ambassador to Switzerland criticised the Alpine country's latest sanctions on Russia, saying he was disappointed by a "loophole" which could see them circumvented, newspapers reported Friday.
Switzerland's Stand: Excluding Swiss Subsidiaries from Russian Sanctions
Swiss authorities, long known for their financial and diplomatic neutrality, are facing criticism for their recent decision to exclude certain provisions from the European Union’s (EU) latest sanctions against Russia.
A Suicide Capsule Reopens Euthanasia Debate in Switzerland
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Neutral Switzerland signs declaration to join European Sky Shield initiative
Switzerland has signed up to the European Sky Shield Initiative (ESSI), the government said on Friday, a project which seeks ...
Martin Sellner: Switzerland expels Austrian far-right figure
Far-right activist Martin Sellner was escorted out of Switzerland after apparently defying the entry ban against him. The ...
Switzerland to supply Ukraine with three demining vehicles
The Swiss government has decided to supply Ukraine with three demining vehicles. Source: Swiss media outlet Blick; European ...
Canada's Laurie Blouin captures big air bronze at World Cup event in Switzerland
Quebec native Laurie Blouin captured a bronze medal in her World Cup season opener in the big air event Saturday in Chur, ...
The Watches of Switzerland Group Marks Its Centennial
Brian Duffy, the company’s chief executive, reflects on growth, philanthropy and a new opportunity in jewelry.
EU not an 'a la carte menu', members tell Switzerland
EU ministers on Tuesday rejected a push by non-member Switzerland to add a clause to bilateral agreements under negotiation ...
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Ukraine presents art project in Switzerland on impact of demining on lives of Ukrainians and on global food security
The Soul of Soil project, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about the problem of landmine and unexploded ordnance ...
Why Buy In Switzerland? For The World’s Best Private Education
Switzerland leads the world in the education stakes, nurturing tomorrow's global changemakers. Another reason to consider ...
Switzerland phased out nuclear power in 2017, reconsidering ban now
The country is reconsidering its stance due to winter energy security and climate concerns. Read more at straitstimes.com.