Switzerland


Switzerland and KSA sign new Bilateral Investment Treaty
Switzerland and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) signed a new Bilateral Investment Treaty. The KSA is one of the most important destinations for Swiss foreign investment in in the Middle East.
Saudi Arabia, Switzerland sign deal on promotion and reciprocal protection of investments
Agreement aims to strengthen and stabilize the investment environment, protect investors’ rights and support the flow of mutual investments between the two countries.
China signal push to upgrade Switzerland FTA, expanding trade to services, digital sectors
China pushes to upgrade Switzerland trade deal, expanding ties into services and digital economy.
Switzerland, Bahrain sign investment protection agreement
Switzerland and Bahrain ​signed ⁠an agreement ‌protecting investors against ​political risks like discriminatory measures ​by the state ​and unlawful expropriation, guaranteeing the free ⁠transfer of investment payments, the Swiss government said.
Switzerland aims to finalize US tariff accord by the end of July
Switzerland aims to finalize a US trade deal by the end of July, with the European nation pushing for assurances it won’t face higher duties than rival countries.
UK-Swiss trade deal held up over pharma row
A pharma row between Switzerland and the U.K. risks derailing trade talks, with British officials concerned Swiss demands could push up NHS bills.
UK-Swiss trade agreement hinges on market access, data and IP
A new free-trade agreement between the UK and Switzerland must overcome issues such as data regulation, intellectual property and access to service-sector companies, the Swiss government said while stressing that talks are “well advanced.”
S. Korea wins int'l arbitration case against elevator maker Schindler
South Korea has won an international arbitration case brought by Swiss elevator manufacturer Schindler Holding AG, avoiding a potential payout of 320 billion won ($211.4 million) in damages, the justice ministry said.
Swiss company sues Kenyan government over ETA contracts dispute
The Kenyan government is facing international legal action over allegations it copied and used Swiss border technology without permission or compensation.
Suleiman Kerimov's daughter initiated proceedings against Switzerland
Gulnara, the daughter of billionaire Suleiman Kerimov, initiated the first ever investment dispute against Switzerland over sanctions.