Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules that would curb Nato cooperation
Summary
Swiss voters rejected a proposal to strictly define neutrality in the constitution, which would have limited Switzerland's cooperation with Nato and prevented sanctions against Russia. About 70% of voters and all cantons opposed the change, allowing Switzerland to continue its current approach to neutrality and international cooperation.Key Facts
- The proposal aimed to make Switzerland’s neutrality strict by banning military alliances and sanctions unless required by the UN.
- The motion was promoted by the far-right Swiss People’s Party (SVP).
- Around 70% of Swiss voters and all cantons rejected the proposal.
- Switzerland has cooperated with Nato for 30 years without being a member.
- The Swiss government and most parties opposed the proposal, saying it would hurt security and international partnerships.
- The Swiss neutrality policy started after the Napoleonic wars in 1815.
- Christoph Blocher, a billionaire supporter of the SVP, spent about 2 million francs on the campaign.
- Opponents say the proposal could have isolated Switzerland internationally and weakened its response to global law violations.
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