The government wants to hike VAT rates to pay for the army.
The Federal Council says the tax should rise by 0.8% over the next ten years - starting in 2028. It would raise CHF 30bn.
The government says global instability, cyberattacks, and rising weapons costs leave no choice.
The plan is already under fire - the left rejects higher taxes for tanks and fighter jets, the right rejects taxes and debt.
Either way. Voters will get the final say.
Swiss weapons used by ICE
Swiss made weapons have been used by ICE agents in the United States.
Major fire in Courchevel
A major fire broke out on the roof of a luxury hotel in the French ski resort of Courchevel last night.
Satigny residents told to avoid tap water
Residents in Satigny in canton Geneva are being told to avoid drinking tap water after a technical incident hit a reservoir yesterday morning.
Balexert rejects Primark
Cheap clothes, giant stores, and bargain prices - that’s the Primark formula.
Zurich bans leaf blowers
Zurich is blowing the whistle on leaf blowers.
Franc strengthens further
The Swiss franc is on a roll.
