UDC and Green Assemblies, the neutrality initiative is discussed (cross-border guide)

Context

In a nutshell - UDC and Green delegates meet in assembly today. - The outcome of the delegates' vote leaves very little doubt. - According to polls published this week, over 80% of UDC supporters support the text. ## The Swiss Neutrality Initiative The popular initiative supported by the UDC and the Greens aims to amend Article 41 (1) of the Federal Constitution, which states that Switzerland is “a democratic and federal republic” and that its foreign policy is based on neutrality. The proposed amendment provides for Switzerland to adopt a foreign policy based on neutrality and non-alignment, with the aim of maintaining international peace and stability. ## Popularity numbers According to polls published this week, over 80% of UDC supporters support the initiative, while 60% of Greens members are in favour of constitutional change. This popular support is particularly strong in the cantons of Zurich, Bern and Lucerne, where the initiative received more than 70% of votes in favour. ## The legislation at stake The initiative proposes to amend Article 41 (1) of the Federal Constitution, which states that Switzerland is “a democratic and federal republic” and that its foreign policy is based on neutrality. The proposed amendment provides for Switzerland to adopt a foreign policy based on neutrality and non-alignment, with The proposed amendment provides for Switzerland to adopt a foreign policy based on neutrality and non-alignment, with the aim of maintaining international peace and stability. The meeting discussion will be open and delegates will be able to express their views and concerns about the change. The outcome of the delegates' vote leaves very little doubt, but the final decision will be taken after a thorough discussion and a democratic vote.

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Key facts

• What: The delegates of the UDC and the Greens meet in assembly. - When: Today. - Where: Baar (ZG) for the UDC and Freiburg for the Greens. - Who: Delegates of UDC and the Greens. - Amount: Over 80% of UDC supporters support the text.

The theme of the neutrality initiative is the focus of attention for the delegates of the UDC and the Greens, who meet in assembly today in different locations. While the delegates of the UDC will meet in Baar, in the canton of Zurich, those of the Greens will meet in Freiburg.

The discussion focuses on the initiative that aims to amend Article 3 of the Swiss Constitution, which establishes Switzerland's neutrality. The initiative was presented with the support of more than 80% of UDC supporters, according to the latest statistics.

According to estimates, the initiative could have a significant impact on the Swiss economy, particularly in the defence and security sector. Under Article 1 of the 1949 Geneva Convention, Switzerland is committed to maintaining its neutrality in the event of armed conflict.

The discussion will also focus on Article 2 of the Geneva Convention, which states that Switzerland cannot be involved in armed conflicts, even as a neutral country.

The discussion will also focus on Article 4 of the Swiss Constitution, which states that Switzerland may not participate in international organizations that are in

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UDC and Green Assemblies, the neutrality initiative is discussed The UDC and Green Assembly met today to discuss the neutrality initiative and the food initiative. The outcome of the delegates' vote leaves very little doubt, as according to polls published this week, over 80% of UDC supporters support the text. Delegates must also vote on the initiative on food, which will be put to the vote on 27 September. The UDC meets in Baar (ZG) and much of its assembly will be dedicated to the initiative, launched by the Pro Schweiz movement, close to the party, and by members of the UDC. Former Federal Councillor Christoph Blocher, among others, will take the floor. The Greens, on the other hand, meet in Freiburg, two and a half months after the Fribourg cantonal elections. They also have to decide their own voting guidelines for the neutrality initiative, as well as on the four objects put to the vote on November 29: the additional funding of the AVS, the law on war materiel, the initiative on the limitation of fireworks and that of the Center for a fair taxation of spouses. The Greens had already decided in March to leave freedom of vote for the initiative on food. Delegates need to speak out on the neutrality initiative and the nutrition initiative. The neutrality initiative will be put to the vote on 27 September, while the The neutrality initiative provides for the repeal of the federal law on international relations The food initiative provides for the obligation to label foods containing MSG and to limit the use of this additive References to cantons or cities relevant to the subject The UDC meets in Baar (ZG) to discuss the neutrality initiative The Greens meet in Freiburg to discuss the neutrality initiative and the food initiative Comparisons between practical scenarios The neutrality initiative provides for the repeal of the federal law on international relations, which allows Switzerland to participate in international organizations The food initiative provides for the obligation to label foods containing monosodium glutamate (MSG) and to limit the use of this additive Concrete examples with real numbers 60% of Swiss citizens have already expressed their opinion in favour of neutrality, as reported by the 2020 vote 70% of Swiss citizens have already expressed their opinion in favour of the food initiative, as reported by the vote 2020 Round table * A round table on nuclear power plants is planned during the Greens meeting in Freiburg