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Swiss president not surprised by latest US tariff move

SEF 2026: Parmelin not surprised by announcement of customs duties

This content was published on Jun 5, 2026 Swiss President Guy Parmelin says new US tariffs on Swiss goods come as no surprise, as talks continue toward a bilateral trade deal.

Trade policy

Swiss business federation rejects US forced labour claims as ‘unfounded’

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 While the latest tariff threats from the US would weigh on Swiss firms, Economiesuisse said they were less severe than earlier rounds of tariffs.

Trade policy

US threatens Switzerland with new tariffs over forced labour imports

This content was published on Jun 3, 2026 The United States is threatening Switzerland with new tariffs of 12.5% on products linked to forced labour.

Energy transition

Global energy turmoil: how resilient is Switzerland?

This content was published on May 19, 2026 How resilient is Switzerland in an energy crisis? Discover how long its fuel reserves could last – and the risks posed by disruptions in key routes like the Strait of Hormuz.

Berne continues to favour a Switzerland-USA trade agreement

Foreign Affairs

Bern sticks with Swiss‑US trade talks despite court ruling on tariffs

This content was published on May 8, 2026 The conclusion of a trade agreement between Switzerland and the United States remains the Federal Council's top priority, regardless of Thursday's US court ruling that President Trump's tariffs are illegal.

Energy transition

Where Switzerland gets its oil and gas

This content was published on May 5, 2026 Switzerland imports its oil and gas. Discover where its energy comes from, key suppliers like the US and Norway, and how the system works.

Global trade

Why Switzerland’s fuel stockpiles are for Swiss use only

This content was published on May 4, 2026 In the event of fuel and heating oil shortages, Switzerland can draw on compulsory stockpiles. It does not have to share these with other countries.

Swiss traders warn of a heightened risk of fuel shortages

War & peace

Swiss fuel shortage ‘very likely’, warns trading expert

This content was published on May 4, 2026 "Very high" risk of fuel shortages in Switzerland, says Swiss commodities trade association, Suissenégoce.

Lafarge appeals its conviction for financing terrorism

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Lafarge appeals conviction for financing terrorism

This content was published on Apr 28, 2026 Cement firm Lafarge and eight other defendants appeal convictions for financing terrorism in Syria.

Novartis' copycat products put pressure on business at the start of the year

Global trade

Novartis feels heat from copycat drugs

This content was published on Apr 28, 2026 Novartis feels dampening effect of generic drugs at the start of the year.

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