Switzerland and the EU have agreed on a new basis for bilateral relations and additional agreements, for example on electricity. However, there is widespread opposition to the package in Switzerland. What happens next.
By Stephan Israel
The Swiss Parliament criticizes the European Court of Human Rights' ruling on the climate seniors and intends not to follow it. For some, this contradicts direct democracy.
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The European Court of Human Rights' ruling clarifies for the first time: Climate action falls under human rights according to the Convention. States must enact laws for protection. Switzerland has violated this in several cases.
By Bernhard Pötter
Negotiations between Bern and Brussels on a new basis for bilateral relations begin today. In Switzerland, however, the opponents of a deal with the EU still have the upper hand at the second attempt.
By Stephan Israel
Almost three years after Switzerland broke off negotiations for an institutional framework agreement with the EU, the Swiss Federal Council has adopted a mandate to start new negotiations.
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In the federal elections in Switzerland, the forces that stand for isolation and strict neutrality were strengthened. This has consequences for efforts to put bilateral relations between the EU and Switzerland on a new footing. A deal is becoming less and less likely.
By Stephan Israel
