Geneva’s Grand Council has overwhelmingly approved a study on the potential use of delivery drones across the canton.
The initiative aims to ease traffic congestion and explore applications in healthcare, with supporters noting economic, ecological, and security advantages compared to helicopters.
But critics warn of possible cross-border smuggling.
Officials stress the study is informational only, and the canton already operates several drones for police use.
Geneva talks in decisive phase
Talks between Ukraine and the United States have entered a decisive phase in Geneva, after what diplomats on both sides called their most productive meeting since Donald Trump returned to power.
Ukraine talks a boost for international Geneva
While Switzerland didn’t actively seek to host the meeting between the Americans, the Ukrainians and the Russians – the fact that all sides chose Geneva as a venue is a shot in the arm for Swiss diplomacy – says the Tribune de Genève.
Bone chilling temps across the country
Switzerland has been hit by another polar night, with temperatures plunging across the country.
Burst water main triggers flash flood in Chêne-Bougeries
A major water main bust on Saturday, rapidly flooding parts of Chêne-Bougeries.
French residents could lose Swiss TV
Television viewers in neighbouring France could soon lose access to Swiss TV channels.
Geneva cold weather plan kicks in
Geneva is activating its Cold Weather Plan this Friday as temperatures are expected to drop as low as minus four degrees with wind chill.
