Current topics
Government recommends rejection of initiative to ban nuclear weapons
The Swiss government supports the goal of a world without nuclear weapons and is concerned about rising nuclear tensions. However, it does not back the Swiss popular initiative to ban nuclear weapons.
Tragedy in Crans-Montana
The Federal Council and Parliament want to provide a one-time solidarity payment of 50,000 francs for each victim of the fire. The emergency federal act took effect on 21 March.
Popular vote on 14 June 2026
The Federal Council has chosen the topics for the next vote. (Press release in DE/FR/IT)
In depth
Switzerland and the EU: better and more predictable relations
The Federal Council approved a package of new and revised cooperation and market access agreements with the EU. Ultimately, it will be up to the Swiss Parliament and the voters to approve the deal.
Switzerland’s good offices for the benefit of peace
Hosting the Summit on Peace in Ukraine in Switzerland was an example of Swiss good offices. What exactly are Swiss “good offices” and what are some of the conflicts that Switzerland has helped settle?
Swiss engagement in international organisations
Through its collaboration with numerous international organisations, Switzerland engages in global discussions on the most pressing issues of our time. In addition, it regularly accepts leadership responsibility. Here we take a closer look at some of Switzerland’s current mandates.
Press conferences
Press conferences are generally held in German, French and/or Italian. All are published on our YouTube channel.