Switzerland to vote on weapons export policy

Times of India · 9 Nov, 6:46 pm · Switzerland

What?

Switzerland is holding a referendum on whether to allow weapons exports to conflict-hit countries.

Who?

Swiss government and voters

Whom?

Swiss defense industry

Whose?

Swiss arms manufacturers

Where?

Switzerland

When?

29 November 2026

Why?

To provide domestic manufacturers greater access to international markets

Which?

War Materiel Act

How?

Through a public referendum