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Published on: 13. August 2025

Trump's tariffs: Why Switzerland is now seeking closer ties with the EU

President Karin Keller-Sutter (right) and Economics Minister Guy Parmelin unsuccessfully campaigned in the USA for better treatment for Switzerland. (picture alliance/KEYSTONE | PETER SCHNEIDER)

US President Trump’s 39% tariffs are hitting the Swiss economy hard and giving pro-Europeans in the country a boost. However, the pressure from the US is still not enough to trigger a new accession debate.

Janos Allenbach-Ammann

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Last updated: 13. August 2025

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