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Swiss cast ballots on right-wing's bid to cap country's population at 10 million (opens original article in a new tab)

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Swiss voters are casting final ballots on a right-wing initiative to cap the country's population at 10 million, with potential impacts on immigration policies and EU relations.

  • Swiss voters are deciding on a right-wing initiative to cap the population at 10 million.
  • The Swiss People's Party claims population growth strains infrastructure and social programs, while critics argue it would harm economic sectors and EU ties.
  • A 'yes' vote would force restrictions on asylum, family reunification, and residency permits, and could end Switzerland's EU free movement agreement.

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