Switzerland’s government says the nation remains neutral. However, some believe that the adoption of sanctions against Russia implemented by the EU has undermined the country’s neutrality. To redress this, a group has started the process of collecting signatures to launch a federal vote on the issue, reported RTS. Switzerland’s current approach to foreign policy is […]
Support for neutrality declines in Switzerland
A survey published on 14 July 2022 shows waning support for neutrality in Switzerland. The Security 2022 survey run in June by the Military Academy and the Center for Security Studies (CSS), two bodies associated with EPF Zurich, shows how the Russian invasion of Ukraine has affected Swiss views on neutrality. Overall, the population has […]
Switzerland wants closer military cooperation with the US
During a five-day visit to Washington, Viola Amherd, Switzerland’s defence minister, said that the war in Ukraine shows that Switzerland must strengthen its international cooperation including its cooperation with the US, reported RTS. Serious, brutal violations of international law such as the one committed by Russia must not be tolerated, said the minister after meetings […]
Swiss neutrality: 5 things you ought to know
What exactly is Swiss neutrality? This article offers a brief history and summary of the laws, norms and characteristics of Swiss neutrality. How is Swiss neutrality defined? Broadly, it is defined in international laws (part V of The Hague Convention), which Switzerland has ratified, and by Switzerland itself based on its own internal policies. What […]
Most Swiss for neutrality and against EU membership
An annual survey on security by ETH in Zurich reveals widespread support Switzerland’s neutrality. Since 2015, support for the principle of neutrality has remained constant at 95%. 85% feel neutrality is inseparable from the Swiss concept of the state and 60% think Switzerland’s armed neutrality contributes to security and stability in Europe. In addition, 94% […]