Swiss voters reject plan to boost biodiversity
Birds, bees and ballots: Swiss voters reject plan to better protect the country's biodiversity
Switzerland, known for natural beauty like pristine lakes and majestic Alpine peaks, ranks among the world's richest countries whose plant and animal life is under the greatest threat. Environmentalists were seeking better protections for the country's biodiversity in a nationwide vote that culminated Sunday.
Swiss voters reject plan to boost biodiversity conservation
Voters in Switzerland rejected on Sunday a proposal to enhance nature protection in the country, with opponents claiming the reform would be too costly and jeopardise business development. Dubbed “For the future of our nature and our landscape” and backed by conservation organisations Pro Natura,
Swiss voters reject environment, pensions reforms: projected results
Swiss voters rejected proposals to bolster biodiversity protections as well as a pensions reform in twin referendums on Sunday, according to projected results.
Swiss Voters Reject Biodiversity Protection Proposal
Swiss voters rejected a proposal to enhance protection of natural habitats from pollution and development. The 'biodiversity initiative' aimed to set aside more land for conservation, but over 60% opposed it.
Swiss vote on pensions and environment protections
Switzerland may be associated with pristine natural landscapes, but environmentalists sounding the alarm over its endangered ecosystems are urging voters to back broader biodiversity protections in a referendum Sunday.
Swiss Voters Shoot Down Government’s Pension-Fund Reform
Swiss voters rebuffed a government plan to reform company pension funds, marking the second time this year that a proposal to adapt the country’s retirement system to changed demographics was rejected in a plebiscite.
Swiss voters reject biodiversity, pension reforms
Voters in Switzerland have voted "no" to measures on biodiversity preservation and pension reforms, according to official initial results.Switzerland on Sunday held a popular vote on two national issues.
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