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In Switzerland, a populist party rebounds, Greens sink after election

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In Switzerland, a populist party rebounds, Greens sink after election

Swiss People’s Party leader Marco Chiesa (left) smiles next to the president of The Centre Swiss political party Gerhard Pfister (right) prior to an TV interview during Swiss federal elections to elect a new Parliament, in Bern on October 22, 2023. | Photo Credit: AFP Switzerland’s anti-immigration populist Swiss People’s Party rebounded from searing losses…

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Swiss parliament approves ban on full-face coverings like burqas, and sets fine for violators

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Swiss parliament approves ban on full-face coverings like burqas, and sets fine for violators

File image used for representational purpose only. | Photo Credit: The Hindu The Lower House of Switzerland’s parliament voted on Wednesday to give final legislative approval to a ban on face coverings, such as the burqas worn by some Muslim women. The National Council voted 151-29 for the legislation, which was already approved by the…

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