Latest news in Switzerland? September 28th, 2026
28-09-2026
The latest major news in Switzerland focuses on the outcome of a national referendum held over the weekend:
Neutrality Initiative Rejected: Swiss voters overwhelmingly rejected a high-profile proposal to enshrine a stricter definition of neutrality in the constitution. Initial projections show that roughly 71 percent of voters turned down the initiative, which sought to block the country from participating in international economic sanctions or cooperating with defense alliances like NATO.
Zurich High-Rise Regulations: Voters in Zurich have backed tighter local regulations regarding high-rise buildings and scaled back areas designated for development.
Aviation Connectivity: SWISS International Air Lines has begun introducing high-speed, Starlink-powered inflight internet connectivity across its fleet starting with select aircraft.
Infrastructure Maintenance: Drivers face ongoing night closures on the Gotthard road tunnel for scheduled maintenance work.