Current topics
New cybersecurity law
The Federal Council has tasked the defence department with drafting a new federal act regulating digital products, data and infrastructure. The law will be based on the European Cyber Resilience Act.
81st UN General Assembly in New York
President Guy Parmelin gave the official Swiss address. He reaffirmed Switzerland’s commitment to dialogue and open trade in the face of unprecedented challenges.
Popular vote on 27 September 2026
On 27 September 2026, Swiss citizens will vote on two proposals.
Security policy strategy
In response to the deteriorating security situation, Switzerland has three objectives: strengthen resilience, improve protection and enhance defence capabilities The Federal Council has adopted Switzerland’s Security Policy Strategy 2026.
Air passenger data
From February 2027, Switzerland will use air passenger name record data in the global fight against terror and other serious crimes. The Federal Office of Police will open a passenger information unit to process this data.
Autumn session
Parliament is in session from 14 September to 2 October, and the debates are livestreamed.
In depth
Switzerland’s policy of neutrality
Switzerland has been neutral for the better part of the past 400 years. Preserving neutrality is the joint responsibility of the Federal Council and Parliament.
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.
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 and regularly accepts leadership responsibility.
Switzerland’s good offices for the benefit of peace
Through its good offices, Switzerland has accompanied over 30 peace processes in more than 20 countries in recent years. What exactly are Swiss “good offices” and what are some of the conflicts that Switzerland has helped settle?
Press conferences
Press conferences are generally held in German, French and/or Italian. All are published on our YouTube channel.