Swiss reject stricter neutrality
The Swiss widely rejected a popular initiative aimed at tightening the country's neutrality, with 70.1% voting against it. They reaffirmed their commitment to a flexible neutrality policy that allows engagement with international events without abandoning the principle of neutrality. The initiative sought to add constitutional provisions prohibiting military alliances and adopting economic sanctions, except those decided by the United Nations, in order to strengthen Switzerland's neutrality. However, it was broadly rejected by voters. Nevertheless, the country continues to pursue a policy of non-alignment in international conflicts, maintaining a stance that allows neutrality to be adapted according to circumstances. This has sparked debate over whether the sanctions imposed on Moscow following Russia's invasion of Ukraine align with Swiss neutrality principles.
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