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Swiss voters reject tighter neutrality rules by 70.2 per cent
Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to tighten the country's neutrality rules, with 70.2 per cent voting against it. The result means Switzerland will keep its traditional definition of neutrality, leaving open cooperation with foreign militaries and sanctions participation. The outcome follows ongoing debate inside and outside Switzerland about whether the country's neutrality stance remains appropriate given the war in Ukraine and pressure from European partners.
Why now: Swiss neutrality has been under scrutiny since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, making the referendum result internationally relevant.
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