Migration

European migration crisis – the relationship between Swiss neutrality and generosity

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Swiss are generous in fundraising for refugees but does a neutral mindset mean they donate less than they would on other occasions? During last month alone, 20 million Swiss francs was raised in Switzerland through private donations from those wanting to help the many thousands of desperate refugees fleeing conflict and seeking a better life … Read more

European migration crisis – will Switzerland be next to close its borders?

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As neighbouring countries close their borders to refugees…will Switzerland follow suit? One of the best bits about living in this particular corner of Europe is the freedom to move daily through border crossings between Switzerland and Germany or France. Armed guards check for smuggling, tax evasion and other crimes but on the whole Switzerland’s involvement … Read more