The new “Royal Pop” pocket watch from Swatch and Audemars Piguet is already being resold online for extraordinary prices, just days after launch.
While the official retail price was around CHF 400, some individual watches are now listed for more than CHF 7,000, with a full eight-watch set reportedly selling for over 25,000 dollars.
Army to boost drone training
The army is ramping up its drone capabilities, saying modern warfare has changed dramatically.
Economy beats expectations
Switzerland’s economy has grown more strongly than expected at the start of the year.
Study says end OECD tax rules
A new study from the University of St. Gallen is calling for Switzerland to scrap the OECD minimum tax introduced just two years ago.
Ukrainian refugees will cost more from next year
Thousands of Ukrainian refugees in Switzerland could soon gain longer-term residency rights, but the change is raising concerns over the cost to cantons and municipalities.
China warns of Swiss petty crime
China has placed several major Swiss cities, including Geneva, Zurich and Lausanne, on a list of higher-risk locations for Chinese tourists.
Now medics against 10 million vote
Yet another group has come out against the Swiss People's Party immigration initiative - medics.
