Switzerland

Country Switzerland
Capital Bern
Continent Europe
Currency Swiss franc(CHF)
Languages German, French, Italian & Romansh

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The Swiss Confederation was founded in 1291 as a defensive alliance among three cantons. In succeeding years, other localities joined the original three. The Swiss Confederation secured its independence from the Holy Roman Empire in 1499. A constitution of 1848, subsequently modified in 1874, replaced the confederation with a centralized federal government. Switzerland's sovereignty and neutrality have long been honored by the major European powers, and the country was not involved in either of the two World Wars. The political and economic integration of Europe over the past half century, as well as Switzerland's role in many UN and international organizations, has strengthened Switzerland's ties with its neighbors. However, the country did not officially become a UN member until 2002. Switzerland remains active in many UN and international organizations but retains a strong commitment to neutrality.

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Switzerland - Wikipedia
Switzerland - CIA World Fact Book
Switzerland - BBC
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China, Switzerland to accelerate bilateral Free Trade Agreement negotiations - China DailyChina, Switzerland to accelerate bilateral Free Trade Agreement negotiations  China Daily

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From ‘Mini Switzerland’ to massacre site—was Baisaran Valley always an easy target? - India Today - India TodayFrom ‘Mini Switzerland’ to massacre site—was Baisaran Valley always an easy target? - India Today  India Today

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Why Baisaran meadow, Kashmir's own 'Mini Switzerland'? It's remote and unguarded - Telegraph IndiaWhy Baisaran meadow, Kashmir's own 'Mini Switzerland'? It's remote and unguarded  Telegraph India

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Why Kashmir Couldn’t Become Switzerland of the East - Kashmir ObserverWhy Kashmir Couldn’t Become Switzerland of the East  Kashmir Observer

Switzerland Inc. Fends Off Activist Cevian With Insurance Merger - Bloomberg.comSwitzerland Inc. Fends Off Activist Cevian With Insurance Merger  Bloomberg.com

All About Pahalgam's Baisaran: From India’s ‘Mini Switzerland’ To The Valley Of Horror- News18 - News18All About Pahalgam's Baisaran: From India’s ‘Mini Switzerland’ To The Valley Of Horror- News18  News18

'Mini Switzerland Pahalgam' turns into warzone: Chilling details expose why terrorists chose Pahalgam's... - Moneycontrol'Mini Switzerland Pahalgam' turns into warzone: Chilling details expose why terrorists chose Pahalgam's...  Moneycontrol

Pahalgam Attack: Where is Baisaran, the fabled meadow of Kashmir rattled by the deadliest terror assault in years? - MintPahalgam Attack: Where is Baisaran, the fabled meadow of Kashmir rattled by the deadliest terror assault in years?  Mint

Jammu & Kashmir Terror Attack: 26 dead in Pahalgam’s ‘Mini Switzerland’, TRF claims - BusinessLineJammu & Kashmir Terror Attack: 26 dead in Pahalgam’s ‘Mini Switzerland’, TRF claims  BusinessLine

Enormous hole the size of Switzerland appeared in the Antarctica sea ice, now we know why - Earth.comEnormous hole the size of Switzerland appeared in the Antarctica sea ice, now we know why  Earth.com

Switzerland is among 15 countries US will talk with, says President - Mid-daySwitzerland is among 15 countries US will talk with, says President  Mid-day

Top 5 Places Known As The Switzerland Of India - Jagran EnglishTop 5 Places Known As The Switzerland Of India  Jagran English

Switzerland: CPO Avia Volt takes over Plug’n Roll - electrive.comSwitzerland: CPO Avia Volt takes over Plug’n Roll  electrive.com

GetWork Expands to Switzerland for AI-Driven Hiring Opportunities - BisinfotechGetWork Expands to Switzerland for AI-Driven Hiring Opportunities  Bisinfotech

Switzerland flexes financial muscle ahead of tariff date in Washington - ReutersSwitzerland flexes financial muscle ahead of tariff date in Washington  Reuters

Pahalgam Terror Attack explained: What happened and how the terrorists killed 28 tourists in 'mini Switzer - The Economic TimesPahalgam Terror Attack explained: What happened and how the terrorists killed 28 tourists in 'mini Switzer  The Economic Times

6 places in India that will remind you of Switzerland - The Economic Times6 places in India that will remind you of Switzerland  The Economic Times

Solar panels under a train? Switzerland starts testing first rail-mounted solar power plant - RailTech.comSolar panels under a train? Switzerland starts testing first rail-mounted solar power plant  RailTech.com

When 'mini Switzerland' Pahalgam bled: Videos show story of terror - India TodayWhen 'mini Switzerland' Pahalgam bled: Videos show story of terror  India Today

Mass killing of tourists near Pahalgam: Bloodbath in J&K's 'mini-Switzerland' - The Economic TimesMass killing of tourists near Pahalgam: Bloodbath in J&K's 'mini-Switzerland'  The Economic Times

Switzerland's Clariant & Midrex partner to advance DRI tech - Fibre2FashionSwitzerland's Clariant & Midrex partner to advance DRI tech  Fibre2Fashion

How Switzerland Became So Insanely Rich Without Any Resources - YourStory.comHow Switzerland Became So Insanely Rich Without Any Resources  YourStory.com

Switzerland's Clariant launches Aristoflex Sun for elevated suncare - Fibre2FashionSwitzerland's Clariant launches Aristoflex Sun for elevated suncare  Fibre2Fashion

Helvetia, Baloise Reach Deal to Create Switzerland’s Second-Largest Insurer - WSJHelvetia, Baloise Reach Deal to Create Switzerland’s Second-Largest Insurer  WSJ

Japan-Switzerland Foreign Ministers’ Meeting - mofa.go.jpJapan-Switzerland Foreign Ministers’ Meeting  mofa.go.jp

Why is Pahalgam called Mini Switzerland? - DNA IndiaWhy is Pahalgam called Mini Switzerland?  DNA India

US wants to prioritise trade negotiations with Switzerland - lenews.chUS wants to prioritise trade negotiations with Switzerland  lenews.ch

Swiss leader says Trump administration foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffs - AP NewsSwiss leader says Trump administration foresees 'privileged' talks with 15 countries on US tariffs  AP News

Swiss pharmaceuticals company Roche announces $50B investment in US over next 5 years - AP NewsSwiss pharmaceuticals company Roche announces $50B investment in US over next 5 years  AP News

SNB's Schlegel: Economic slowdown in Switzerland cannot be ruled out - FXStreetSNB's Schlegel: Economic slowdown in Switzerland cannot be ruled out  FXStreet

When Bhagyashree called Switzerland a "Mini-Kashmir" - MSNWhen Bhagyashree called Switzerland a "Mini-Kashmir"  MSN

Zermatt – Switzerland’s Ultimate Winter Wonderland Escape (4K) - MSNZermatt – Switzerland’s Ultimate Winter Wonderland Escape (4K)  MSN

Garmin Expands ECG to UK & Switzerland - DC RainmakerGarmin Expands ECG to UK & Switzerland  DC Rainmaker

6 Hacks To Explore Switzerland Without Overspending - NDTV6 Hacks To Explore Switzerland Without Overspending  NDTV

A weekend in Basel, the Eurovision 2025 host city — and bar capital of Switzerland - Financial TimesA weekend in Basel, the Eurovision 2025 host city — and bar capital of Switzerland  Financial Times

Switzerland’s Hero Group names new CEO - Global Food Industry NewsSwitzerland’s Hero Group names new CEO  Global Food Industry News

The Deloitte CFO Survey Switzerland – first half-year 2025 - DeloitteThe Deloitte CFO Survey Switzerland – first half-year 2025  Deloitte

Ice hockey test match: Latvia vs. Switzerland - XinhuaIce hockey test match: Latvia vs. Switzerland  Xinhua

China, Switzerland call for joint defense of multilateral trade system - Anadolu AjansiChina, Switzerland call for joint defense of multilateral trade system  Anadolu Ajansi

Wang: China, Switzerland must work together to uphold multilateralism, free trade - China DailyWang: China, Switzerland must work together to uphold multilateralism, free trade  China Daily

‘Mini Switzerland’ Baisaran left without tourists. Terror snuffs out lives & livelihoods - ThePrint‘Mini Switzerland’ Baisaran left without tourists. Terror snuffs out lives & livelihoods  ThePrint

Azerbaijan and Switzerland hold political consultations in Bern - AzerNewsAzerbaijan and Switzerland hold political consultations in Bern  AzerNews

Terror Strikes Pahalgam: Bloodbath in Kashmir’s ‘Mini Switzerland’; airlines issue advisories - Hub NewsTerror Strikes Pahalgam: Bloodbath in Kashmir’s ‘Mini Switzerland’; airlines issue advisories  Hub News

From Penn State to Switzerland: Students gain cross cultural leadership skills - Penn State UniversityFrom Penn State to Switzerland: Students gain cross cultural leadership skills  Penn State University

Terrorists kill 26 people, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam’s ‘mini Switzerland’ - StatetimesTerrorists kill 26 people, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam’s ‘mini Switzerland’  Statetimes

Turning back the clock with Switzerland's oldest continuous watch brand - CNNTurning back the clock with Switzerland's oldest continuous watch brand  CNN

Ditch Switzerland for these cheaper European destinations that offer just as much charm - Times of IndiaDitch Switzerland for these cheaper European destinations that offer just as much charm  Times of India

US wants solution with Switzerland, Swiss president says after tariff talks in Washington - ReutersUS wants solution with Switzerland, Swiss president says after tariff talks in Washington  Reuters

Five big news stories from Switzerland you need to catch up on this week - The Local SwitzerlandFive big news stories from Switzerland you need to catch up on this week  The Local Switzerland

The Böögg, Switzerland’s exploding psychic snowman - SWI swissinfo.chThe Böögg, Switzerland’s exploding psychic snowman  SWI swissinfo.ch

Switzerland to Suspend MFN Clause for India under DTAA from January 1, 2025 - India BriefingSwitzerland to Suspend MFN Clause for India under DTAA from January 1, 2025  India Briefing

Swiss insurers Helvetia and Baloise to merge to create top 10 company - ReutersSwiss insurers Helvetia and Baloise to merge to create top 10 company  Reuters

Navy Officer Vinay Narwal Was Planning Switzerland Trip With Wife, Rejected Visa Led Him To Kashmir - BollywoodShaadisNavy Officer Vinay Narwal Was Planning Switzerland Trip With Wife, Rejected Visa Led Him To Kashmir  BollywoodShaadis

Reciprocal tariffs significantly impact Switzerland as well - UBSReciprocal tariffs significantly impact Switzerland as well  UBS

Planning For Switzerland, But Due To Leave Constraint They Went To Kashmir: Naval Officer Lieutenant Vinay Narwal's Neighbour, Watch - NewsxPlanning For Switzerland, But Due To Leave Constraint They Went To Kashmir: Naval Officer Lieutenant Vinay Narwal's Neighbour, Watch  Newsx

Struck by terror attack, Know about Kashmir’s “Mini-Switzerland” Baisaran Valley - Babushahi.comStruck by terror attack, Know about Kashmir’s “Mini-Switzerland” Baisaran Valley  Babushahi.com

‘Went to See Mini-Switzerland’: Wife Recounts Horror as Karnataka Man Shot Dead by Terrorists in Pahalgam - Republic World‘Went to See Mini-Switzerland’: Wife Recounts Horror as Karnataka Man Shot Dead by Terrorists in Pahalgam  Republic World

Switzerland’s underground cargo project switches track - lenews.chSwitzerland’s underground cargo project switches track  lenews.ch

Massive Hole the Size of Switzerland Opens in Antarctica - The Daily GalaxyMassive Hole the Size of Switzerland Opens in Antarctica  The Daily Galaxy

Wang Yi calls on China, Switzerland to safeguard international trade order - news.cgtn.comWang Yi calls on China, Switzerland to safeguard international trade order  news.cgtn.com

WHO and Switzerland cement cooperation until 2028 - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and Switzerland cement cooperation until 2028  World Health Organization (WHO)

OGAE Poll 2025: The results from OGAE Romania, Switzerland, Portugal and Lithuania - eurovisionfun.comOGAE Poll 2025: The results from OGAE Romania, Switzerland, Portugal and Lithuania  eurovisionfun.com

Switzerland inaugurates first rail track solar power project - SWI swissinfo.chSwitzerland inaugurates first rail track solar power project  SWI swissinfo.ch

Negative Rates Are Back. In Switzerland, Anyway. - WSJNegative Rates Are Back. In Switzerland, Anyway.  WSJ

Spring Delights in Lausanne, Switzerland - businesstoday.com.mySpring Delights in Lausanne, Switzerland  businesstoday.com.my

WHO and Switzerland cement cooperation until 2028 - World Health Organization (WHO)WHO and Switzerland cement cooperation until 2028  World Health Organization (WHO)

Gold starts coming back to Switzerland from US after exclusion from Trump's tariffs - ReutersGold starts coming back to Switzerland from US after exclusion from Trump's tariffs  Reuters

Terror Strikes Baisaran, Pahalgam; Kashmir’s ‘Mini Switzerland’; Check Out Its History, Significance And Latest Photos - Jagran EnglishTerror Strikes Baisaran, Pahalgam; Kashmir’s ‘Mini Switzerland’; Check Out Its History, Significance And Latest Photos  Jagran English

Switzerland seeks closer EU ties in response to Trump shock - Financial TimesSwitzerland seeks closer EU ties in response to Trump shock  Financial Times

Report: Thousands of foreigners are living in Switzerland with fake passports - The Local SwitzerlandReport: Thousands of foreigners are living in Switzerland with fake passports  The Local Switzerland

Helvetia Baloise merger to create Switzerland’s second largest insurer - Global ReinsuranceHelvetia Baloise merger to create Switzerland’s second largest insurer  Global Reinsurance

Switzerland and China call for dialogue on tariffs - SWI swissinfo.chSwitzerland and China call for dialogue on tariffs  SWI swissinfo.ch

US wants solution with Switzerland, Swiss president says after tariff talks in Washington - Global Banking | Finance | ReviewUS wants solution with Switzerland, Swiss president says after tariff talks in Washington  Global Banking | Finance | Review

Switzerland joins EU sanctions against Russian state media - The Kyiv IndependentSwitzerland joins EU sanctions against Russian state media  The Kyiv Independent

Switzerland: Voyager Acquisition Corp combines with Veraxa for Nasdaq IPO - Investors in HealthcareSwitzerland: Voyager Acquisition Corp combines with Veraxa for Nasdaq IPO  Investors in Healthcare

Today in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Friday - The Local SwitzerlandToday in Switzerland: A roundup of the latest news on Friday  The Local Switzerland

Watches of Switzerland Group to close showrooms and cut jobs - BBCWatches of Switzerland Group to close showrooms and cut jobs  BBC

Switzerland Considers Legalising Recreational Cannabis - NDTVSwitzerland Considers Legalising Recreational Cannabis  NDTV

Heavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France - BBCHeavy snow blocks Alpine resorts in Switzerland and France  BBC

MFN clause freeze won’t hit investments in India: Switzerland - The HinduMFN clause freeze won’t hit investments in India: Switzerland  The Hindu

Davis Cup 2025: India tennis team drawn against Switzerland in World Group I tie - Olympics.comDavis Cup 2025: India tennis team drawn against Switzerland in World Group I tie  Olympics.com

SNB's Schlegel: Economic slowdown in Switzerland cannot be ruled out - ForexliveSNB's Schlegel: Economic slowdown in Switzerland cannot be ruled out  Forexlive

Deadly storm hits north Italy, Switzerland, French Alps - DWDeadly storm hits north Italy, Switzerland, French Alps  DW

India no longer the most favoured nation for Switzerland; here's why - Fortune IndiaIndia no longer the most favoured nation for Switzerland; here's why  Fortune India

Switzerland: Granite Bio emerges from stealth with US$100m in funding - Investors in HealthcareSwitzerland: Granite Bio emerges from stealth with US$100m in funding  Investors in Healthcare

Switzerland Today - SWI swissinfo.chSwitzerland Today  SWI swissinfo.ch

Private banking in Switzerland: navigating market swings for HNWIs - lombardodier.comPrivate banking in Switzerland: navigating market swings for HNWIs  lombardodier.com

Rivaling Salah & Kane - Xherdan Shaqiri enjoying incredible season back at boyhood club - TransfermarktRivaling Salah & Kane - Xherdan Shaqiri enjoying incredible season back at boyhood club  Transfermarkt

Switzerland slams U.S. tariffs, stays close to EU over next steps - ReutersSwitzerland slams U.S. tariffs, stays close to EU over next steps  Reuters

EU and Switzerland initial agreement on participation in Union programmes - EEASEU and Switzerland initial agreement on participation in Union programmes  EEAS

Switzerland withdraws MFN status from India - The HinduSwitzerland withdraws MFN status from India  The Hindu

Switzerland leans closer to Europe after Trump tariff blow - ReutersSwitzerland leans closer to Europe after Trump tariff blow  Reuters

Phasing out responsibly: Switzerland’s lessons from ending bilateral co-operation in Latin America and the Caribbean - OECDPhasing out responsibly: Switzerland’s lessons from ending bilateral co-operation in Latin America and the Caribbean  OECD