General · 14 June 2026
Switzerland votes on capping population at 10 million
This is an unprecedented national vote for Switzerland, with ministers warning of "devastating consequences" if the plan passes. The far-right Swiss People's Party (SVP) proposed the policy to cap residents at 10 million by 2050, and the vote concludes this weekend. If passed, the government would restrict residency permits and family reunification once the population hits 9.5 million.
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