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ThoseEditorial on EU negotiations
The bilateral stillbirth
Switzerland is close to successfully concluding negotiations with the EU. But they will still fail.
As a Federal Councilor, Doris Leuthard campaigned strongly for an electricity agreement with the EU.
Photo: Sibylle Hunziker
Sometimes things turn out differently, especially than you think. This also applies to the bilateral negotiations with the EU. They’re a dry affair, and unpopular at that. For ten years it has been about Switzerland adopting the EU rules “dynamically” in the areas in which our economy can participate in the European internal market. This means: We have to understand new EU regulations, we can vote on them first – but saying no is forbidden, otherwise there will be a fine or sanctions.
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The bilateral stillbirth
Switzerland is close to successfully concluding negotiations with the EU. But they will still fail.
As a Federal Councilor, Doris Leuthard campaigned strongly for an electricity agreement with the EU.
Photo: Sibylle Hunziker
Sometimes things turn out differently, especially than you think. This also applies to the bilateral negotiations with the EU. They’re a dry affair, and unpopular at that. For ten years it has been about Switzerland adopting the EU rules “dynamically” in the areas in which our economy can participate in the European internal market. This means: We have to understand new EU regulations, we can vote on them first – but saying no is forbidden, otherwise there will be a fine or sanctions.
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ThoseEditorial on EU negotiations
The bilateral stillbirth
Switzerland is close to successfully concluding negotiations with the EU. But they will still fail.
As a Federal Councilor, Doris Leuthard campaigned strongly for an electricity agreement with the EU.
Photo: Sibylle Hunziker
Sometimes things turn out differently, especially than you think. This also applies to the bilateral negotiations with the EU. They’re a dry affair, and unpopular at that. For ten years it has been about Switzerland adopting the EU rules “dynamically” in the areas in which our economy can participate in the European internal market. This means: We have to understand new EU regulations, we can vote on them first – but saying no is forbidden, otherwise there will be a fine or sanctions.
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The bilateral stillbirth
Switzerland is close to successfully concluding negotiations with the EU. But they will still fail.
As a Federal Councilor, Doris Leuthard campaigned strongly for an electricity agreement with the EU.
Photo: Sibylle Hunziker
Sometimes things turn out differently, especially than you think. This also applies to the bilateral negotiations with the EU. They’re a dry affair, and unpopular at that. For ten years it has been about Switzerland adopting the EU rules “dynamically” in the areas in which our economy can participate in the European internal market. This means: We have to understand new EU regulations, we can vote on them first – but saying no is forbidden, otherwise there will be a fine or sanctions.
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The bilateral stillbirth
Switzerland is close to successfully concluding negotiations with the EU. But they will still fail.
As a Federal Councilor, Doris Leuthard campaigned strongly for an electricity agreement with the EU.
Photo: Sibylle Hunziker
Sometimes things turn out differently, especially than you think. This also applies to the bilateral negotiations with the EU. They’re a dry affair, and unpopular at that. For ten years it has been about Switzerland adopting the EU rules “dynamically” in the areas in which our economy can participate in the European internal market. This means: We have to understand new EU regulations, we can vote on them first – but saying no is forbidden, otherwise there will be a fine or sanctions.
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What are the main sticking points preventing Switzerland and the EU from reaching a trade deal?
## Switzerland’s EU Trade Deal: A Stillbirth in the Making?
Despite nearing completion, Switzerland’s negotiations with the European Union are likely doomed to fail. While on the surface, the deal seems close to finalized, underlying issues threaten to undermine any potential agreement.
For a decade, the focus has been on Switzerland adopting EU regulations in sectors crucial for its economic engagement in the European market. This means constantly analyzing new EU rules, participating in preliminary votes – but with a catch – any dissent is met with fines or sanctions.
This inherently unequal relationship is at the core of the problem. Switzerland, sought-after for its market access and stability, is being asked to surrender its sovereignty in exchange for continued trade.
This dynamic, coupled with political pressures within Switzerland itself, makes a successful outcome improbable. Public sentiment against adopting EU-dictated policies remains strong, further complicating the ratification process.
