Swiss People's Party pushes 'No to 10 Million Swiss!' initiative amid immigration debate

The Swiss People's Party (UDC) is campaigning for a vote on the "No to 10 Million Swiss!" initiative, proposing to cap the country's permanent resident population at 10 million and implement stricter immigration controls. The party argues that such measures are essential for maintaining Switzerland's prosperity and protecting its labor market.

In a recent statement, UDC national councilor Yvan Pahud highlighted the party's concerns about the impact of immigration on employment within Switzerland. The initiative, set for a vote soon, centers on the potential strain of a growing population on national resources and infrastructure, as well as its effects on the job market.

While the UDC presents a clear stance on population and immigration, the article notes that the actual effects of the free movement of people over the past two decades on the Swiss labor market have been a subject of debate, with the UDC's claims facing scrutiny.