October 30, 2019
During its meeting on 23 October 2019, the Federal Council adopted the dispatch on the protocol of amendment to the agreement with Iran for the avoidance of double taxation with respect to taxes on income and capital (DTA). The protocol implements the minimum standards for double taxation agreements.
June 6, 2019
Bern, 29.05.2019 – During its meeting on 29 May 2019, the Federal Council adopted the dispatch on the introduction of the automatic exchange of financial account information (AEOI) with 19 further partner states. Entry into force is planned for 2020 with the first exchange of data in 2021. Furthermore, the Federal Council has approved the report on the review mechanism for standard-compliant implementation of the AEOI by partner states.
March 29, 2019
In the year marking the 300th anniversary of the establishment of the Principality of Liechtenstein, the Federal Council has invited His Serene Highness Hereditary Prince Alois of Liechtenstein to pay a state visit to Switzerland, thereby celebrating the close ties between the neighbouring countries. The state visit will take place on 3 and 4 April.
February 24, 2019
President Ueli Maurer and Federal Councillor Alain Berset explained the reasons for accepting the proposal during a joint press conference on 18 February 2019. It will safeguard jobs and tax receipts, and at the same time strengthen the AHV.
December 18, 2018
During its meeting on 7 December 2018, the Federal Council adopted a report on the legal framework for blockchain and distributed ledger technology (DLT) in the financial sector.
December 13, 2018
During its meeting on 7 December 2018, The Federal Council initiated the consultation on the introduction of the automatic exchange of financial account information (AEOI) with 18 further states and territories.
November 30, 2018
During its meeting on 21 November 2018, the Federal Council adopted the dispatch on the implementation of the Global Forum’s recommendations on Switzerland’s phase 2 review.
November 24, 2018
During its meeting on 21 November 2018, the Federal Council adopted an amendment to the Capital Adequacy Ordinance
