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Swiss voters reject population cap proposal

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Posted Jun 14, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC · In the digest of 2026-06-14-1130
Swiss voters reject population cap proposal

Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million, according to early projections. The initiative, put forward by the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP), aimed to limit immigration.

Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million, according to early projections. The initiative, put forward by the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP), aimed to limit immigration by setting a maximum population threshold. Initial results indicate approximately 55% of participants voted against the measure, while 45% supported it. The SVP has historically advocated for anti-immigration policies, making this a significant vote on a divisive issue. The outcome suggests a majority of voters did not endorse the proposed population limit.

Sources: BBC News

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