Swiss voters to decide whether to cap population at 10m (opens original article in a new tab)

Swiss voters will vote on a proposal to cap the population at 10 million until 2050, with polls indicating most will reject it, though the outcome remains uncertain.

• Swiss voters will decide on a population cap of 10 million until 2050 in a referendum
• Supporters argue it will reduce crime and ease public service pressure, while critics warn it could harm the economy and international agreements
• Polls show 52% against the initiative, 45% in favor, with 3% undecided