It will soon be easier for foreign students who have studied in Switzerland to stay and work in the country after graduation.
The Council of States has backed a plan voted on by the lower house a couple of months ago.
Green Party deputy Lisa Mazzone says there’s a skills gap at the moment and fierce European competition for high skilled workers.
The Minister of Justice, Elisabeth Baume-Schneider agrees, saying it will affect around 500 people a year – and that they’re already well integrated.
Govt to delay funding decision for UNRWA
The Swiss government is putting off a decision on whether to re-start funding to the UN Palestinian relief organisation UNRWA.
Potential terrorist arrested in neighbouring France
A teenager threatening to attack the Paris Olympics has been arrested in neighbouring France.
New plan to pay for P+R in France
The canton of Geneva is proposing a new plan on how to finance Park and Ride schemes in neighbouring France.
Nestlé throws mineral water away
The Swiss food giant Nestlé has been forced to destroy several batches of its mineral water brand, Perrier, due to a bacterial contamination.
Sheep head prankster found
The person responsible for placing two sheep heads in the toilets in a Geneva school has been identified – and the investigation has been closed, according to the police.
Former president says Switzerland should join EU
A former member of the Federal Council says the only way Switzerland will achieve its European goals is by becoming a full member of the European Union.
