New winter support package for Ukraine: Switzerland helping to repair destroyed homes and energy infrastructure

Due to the intensified Russian attacks, large parts of the Ukrainian population are suffering from…

Sanctions: Ordinance on measures against Belarus

On January 3, 2025, the reporting requirement under Article 24b paragraphs 13 and 14 of…

Economic forecast: Outlook deteriorates marginally amid high uncertainty

The Federal Government Expert Group on Business Cycles has slightly lowered its economic growth forecast…

Comprehensive material flow analysis: Making the most of Switzerland’s wood

Sustainable, renewable and good for the climate: Wood is the material of the future. But…

Export controls: Federal Council to continue internationally harmonised control lists for dual-use goods

On 13 December, the Federal Council took note of the situation regarding multilateral export controls…

SECO: Ordinance on Measures Connected with the Situation in Ukraine

On 12 December 2024 the Federal Department of Economic Affairs EAER has amended annexes 1,…

Federal Commission for Scholarships: Philipp Schweighauser elected

At its meeting on 13 December, the Federal Council elected Professor Philipp Schweighauser, Professor of…

Federal Council adopts updated National Action Plan to support businesses in respecting human rights

On 13 December 2024, the Federal Council adopted the revised National Action Plan (NAP) 2024–27…

Federal Council elects Innosuisse Board for 2025–28

On 13 December, the Federal Council re-elected André Kudelski as president, and Sergio Ermotti, Aude…

ICOS Cities

To achieve net zero, we need to reduce our CO₂ emissions quickly and efficiently. An…