Courses of action for low interest rates
Bern, 21.12.2016 - During its meeting on 21 December 2016, the Federal Council adopted a report that explores Switzerland's courses of action against the backdrop of low interest rates and the strong franc. In response to the postulate "Future prospects for Switzerland" tabled by Councillor of States Konrad Graber (15.3017), the Federal Council examined in particular the creation of a state fund and an increase in debt.
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