| Author (Corporate) | BBC |
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| Series Title | BBC News |
| Series Details | 9.8.10 |
| Publication Date | 09/08/2010 |
| Content Type | News |
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Switzerland is a small exception in a united - and ever bigger - Europe. The Swiss voted in 1992 not to join the European Economic Area, a first step towards joining the European Union. The majority against was tiny, however, just 50.3% against the EEA and 49.7 % in favour. Ever since, Swiss public opinion has been divided over the question of how close to get to the EU. The Swiss cabinet held a special meeting on the 18 August 2010 to discuss its strategy regarding Switzerland’s relations with the European Union going forwards. Now though, as many European countries announce major cutbacks, Switzerland's continued prosperity is making many Swiss believe their 'no' to Europe was the right decision. |
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| Source Link | http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-10886215 |
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| Countries / Regions | Switzerland |
