Free Trade Remains 'Core' Swiss Value Despite Trump Tariffs

2025-04-03 04:25:26

(MENAFN- Swissinfo) Swiss President Karin Keller-Sutter says Switzerland remains committed to free trade despite a new 31% tariff on Swiss exports to the United States announced by US President Donald Trump. This content was published on April 3, 2025 - 06:41 1 minute Keystone-SDA

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The Federal Council takes note of the US tariff decisions, she wrote on X.

The Federal Council will quickly determine the next steps, she added. The country's long-term economic interests will take centre stage.

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“Adherence to international law and free trade remain core values,” said Keller-Sutter.

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