Switzerland is grappling with immigration challenges linked to its economic boom, powered by a low-tax business model that has strained political relations with the European Union. This issue, a major sticking point during previous negotiations, threatens to disrupt ongoing talks with the EU to update trade agreements, as Switzerland seeks to introduce measures...
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Swiss job market: cooling down, but labour shortages remain
Jobs available: the Swiss construction sector. Keystone / Cyril Zingaro After several years of acute labour shortages, is the Swiss job market on its way towards a reprieve? Not quite, say analysts. This content was published on July 10, 2024 – 17:22 Domhnall O’Sullivan Originally from Ireland, Domhnall worked in research and writing in a...
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17 places around the world that will pay you to move in – Move. And get paid.
Chile is known for its stunning landscapes, from the Atacama Desert to Patagonia. The country has shifted from a mining-centric economy to becoming an innovative tech hub. One significant initiative is Start-Up Chile, an accelerator program offering grants for various stages of startup development: 1. Build: A 4-month program providing 10 million pesos (about $14,000)...
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High immigration from Europe reflects strong Swiss employment growth
The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), the Swiss Trade Union Federation and the Swiss Employers’ Association on Monday presented the 20th report on the free movement of persons accord between Switzerland and the EU, which came into force in 2002. Keystone / Adrian Reusser Around 68,000 people moved to Switzerland from other European countries...
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“Kicking” Swiss man in Phuket loses visa
Urs Fehr, right, and his wife Khanuengnit appear at the Phuket provincial hall to tell their side of the story last Friday. (Photo: Achadthaya Chuenniran) The Immigration Bureau has revoked the business visa of the Swiss man who allegedly kicked a Thai woman relaxing on a beach near his villa in Phuket, deeming him a...