In Switzerland, Trust And Stability Are Interwoven

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) Even as populism, disruption and authoritarianism reshape the world order, Switzerland remains relatively stable. SWI swissinfo journalist Benjamin von Wyl examines why this is so. This content was published on March 25, 2025 - 09:00 8 minutes

As a reporter I cover developments in democracy where the Swiss perspective becomes relevant. I am Swiss and have long been fascinated by the way public discussions shape society.

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• Deutsch de Das Zusammenspiel aus Vertrauen und Stabilität in der Schweiz Original Read more: Das Zusammenspiel aus Vertrauen und Stabilität in der Schwei
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• Italiano it La formula magica svizzera: fiducia e stabilità Read more: La formula magica svizzera: fiducia e stabilita
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• 中文 zh 瑞士的稳定来自于民众对政府的信任 Read more: 瑞士的稳定来自于民众对政府的信

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