Local politicians in Rapperswil are unhappy the mayor sold 2,000 m2 of land to a Chinese company for CHF 2.4m in secret last year.
The sale has now come to light as the company has submitted a planning application to build an innovation centre.
The Chinese say the centre is aimed to help Swiss start-ups.
Members of the Social Democratic Party have filed a complaint with the canton – Sankt Gallen – complaining about then deal and say it was done without the agreement of the commune.
Man drowns in Rhone after fight
A man has drowned in the Rhône River in Geneva after falling into the water during a fight near the Usine night club.
Govt allows US humanitarian overflights during Iran war
Three American military aircraft involved in the war in Iran have been granted permission to use Swiss airspace.
Concern as govt raises health insurance deductible
The Swiss Trade Union Federation has condemned a federal plan to raise the minimum health insurance deductible from 300 to 400 francs.
Geneva to pedestrianize large areas of Rive
The City of Geneva has given the go ahead to pedestrianize large areas of Rive.
Summer camps can be tax deductable
The Federal Court has ruled that children’s summer camps can qualify as tax-deductible childcare. The decision overturns a challenge by Geneva’s tax authorities.
Call to end first class on trains
A petition has been launched calling for the abolition of first-class on trains.
