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Switzerland Approves Foreign Investment Curbs in Key Sectors

9/25/2025

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The Swiss Senate approved plans to curb foreign-state investment in Swiss companies, 27–11.
The legislation would review foreign-state purchases in critical sectors, including military and healthcare.
The Federal Council drafted the bill at parliament's request; the Senate rejected amendments from House of Representatives.
Switzerland remains the second-richest nation, with net wealth up 8.7% in 2024 to €269 trillion.

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The Swiss Senate approved plans to curb foreign-state investment in Swiss companies, 27–11.
The legislation would review foreign-state purchases in critical sectors, including military and healthcare.
The Federal Council drafted the bill at parliament's request; the Senate rejected amendments from House of Representatives.
Switzerland remains the second-richest nation, with net wealth up 8.7% in 2024 to €269 trillion.