Swiss Government Opposes Proposal to Limit Population Growth and Immigration

The Swiss government has rejected a proposal by the Swiss People's Party (SVP) to cap the country's permanent resident population at 10 million before 2050, citing risks to economic prosperity, internal security, and relations with the European Union. The initiative, which would end Switzerland's freedom of movement agreement with the EU, is supported by proponents concerned about high immigration's impact on housing and infrastructure. Swiss voters will decide on the measure in a June 14 referendum.