Swiss voters

Swiss voters back new surveillance law

Swiss voters approved a new surveillance law on Sunday, in a victory for the government which argued the security services needed enhanced powers in an increasingly volatile world.

Sep 25, 2016, 23:35 PM IST

Swiss Parliament shifts to right in vote dominated by migrant fears

Swiss voters swung to the right in parliamentary elections dominated by concerns over Europe's migrant crisis, with the country's largest party winning a record number of seats.

Oct 19, 2015, 07:58 AM IST

Proposal on gold reserves rejected in Swiss referendum

Swiss voters on Sunday flatly rejected in a referendum a proposal stipulating the central bank in Switzerland to increase its gold reserves.

Dec 01, 2014, 09:10 AM IST

Swiss voters reject gold, immigration proposals, salvaging EU ties

Swiss voters overwhelmingly rejected proposals on Sunday to boost gold reserves and impose strict new curbs on immigration, averting a potential nightmare for policymakers struggling with a popular backlash against the country`s open borders.

Dec 01, 2014, 00:36 AM IST