India added to Swiss Covid quarantine list
India’s Covid infections continue to hit a record high, as countries around the world pledged to send urgent medical aid to help battle the crisis overwhelming its hospitals. Keystone/ Piyal Adhikary
Switzerland has added India to its list of countries at high risk of Covid-19 in a bid to contain the spread of the virus.
This content was published on April 26, 2021 - 16:54
April 26, 2021 - 16:54
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As of Monday evening, travellers must immediately enter quarantine following the surge of cases in the subcontinent, according to the Federal Office of Public HealthExternal link.
Swiss blame EU for lack of progress in framework deal
President Guy Parmelin (left) and Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis on their way to a news conference following several hours of talks with the foreign affairs committees of parliament. Keystone/Peter Schneider
The Swiss government says it will not agree an overarching accord with the European Union if Brussels is not willing to compromise on open issues.
This content was published on April 26, 2021 - 22:32
April 26, 2021 - 22:32
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“We seek a balanced result which ensures Switzerland’s vital interests,” President Guy Parmelin told a news conference on Monday. “We need solutions to settle our differences.”
Swiss firms get international boost for exports
Major infrastructure building projects abroad are could be an opportunity for Swiss companies to expand their business activities. Keystone/Joerg Sarbach
The government has pledged CHF7.8 million ($8.5 million) over the next three years to help Swiss companies participate in major infrastructure projects abroad.
This content was published on April 21, 2021 - 12:48
April 21, 2021 - 12:48
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The aim is to coordinate cooperation between the private sector and the government administration to help Swiss companies gain international visibility and identify possible business opportunities.
The Covid-19 pandemic has boosted the demand for sustainable solutions, and so-called “Re-Start” initiatives have increased competition, according to a statement by the economics ministry on Wednesday.
Restaurants to re-open despite high Covid infection rateÂ
Restaurant terraces will be able to reopen, with hygiene measures. Keystone/Jean-Christophe Bott
The Swiss government has decided to allow outdoor tables in restaurants and bars again as of next Monday, following a four-month temporary closure.Â
This content was published on April 14, 2021 - 17:56
April 14, 2021 - 17:56
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As part of its anti-Covid strategy, cultural and sports events will be open to the public under certain conditions, a government statement said. The number of spectators will be limited to 100 outdoors and 50 indoors and strict hygiene rules must be observed.Â
Universities and further education institutions will be allowed to offer regular classes, and certain amateur sports activities are also to resume.
Government faces growing pressure to relax Covid measures
Bars and restaurants in Switzerland have been closed since Christmas and there are growing calls to allow outdoor dining. Keystone/Martial Trezzini
Pressure is building on the Swiss government to ease restrictions imposed to contain the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic.
This content was published on April 12, 2021 - 12:05
April 12, 2021 - 12:05
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The Federation of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises on Monday called for a review of the current situation, saying the government was focusing too much on health while failing to consider the economic and financial impact of the restrictions.
The influential pressure group said the interests of public health and the economy had to be balanced, and that the hygiene and safety measures in place would allow an end to the current shutdown and a return to a “healthy economic and social life.”