Bern: Switzerland’s federal government has announced an extraordinary meeting set for Thursday, in response to recent discussions held in Washington regarding potential US tariffs on Swiss goods.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, this meeting comes after Swiss officials’ return from the United States, where they engaged in talks aimed at persuading the Trump administration to reconsider imposing punitive tariffs. The government’s statement, posted on X, indicated that the Federal Council plans to convene in the early afternoon, with a subsequent statement expected to address the outcomes of the meeting.
The potential imposition of tariffs has sparked significant concern among Swiss industries reliant on exports to the United States, prompting urgent diplomatic efforts to avert economic repercussions. The extraordinary meeting underscores the gravity of the situation and the Swiss government’s commitment to safeguarding its economic interests amid evolving international trade dynamics.