Switzerland’s General Election Results Unveiled – Breaking News Update
Increase in Election Participation in Switzerland
The second round of elections for the remaining 15 seats in Switzerland will take place on 12 and 19 November in several cantons, including Geneva, Freiburg, Vaud, Valais, Aargau, Bern, Schaffhausen, Solothurn, Ticino, and Zurich.
One notable highlight of this election is the increase in the election participation rate in Switzerland, which has approximately 5.5 million voters. In comparison to the 2019 elections, there has been a rise in the participation rate. This year, 46.6 percent of voters cast their votes, whereas the rate was recorded as 45.1 percent in 2019.
Switzerland offers various methods for voters to make their choices, including at the ballot box, electronically, or by letter.
However, amidst this increase in participation, there has been a decline in the number of female deputies. In 2019, there was an increase in the number of female deputies in the Parliament, but this year, the rate decreased from 41 percent to 38.5 percent, with the number of female deputies decreasing from 82 to 77.
The election results have sparked discussions in the Swiss media, with some describing it as “the victory of the right” and “the absolute defeat of the Greens”. It is suggested that the right-wing parties were successful because they focused on the “immigration” issue, which resonated with voters. On the other hand, the Greens were criticized for their failure to effectively communicate their key issues such as climate change and inequalities to the voters.
The Swiss media headlines also predict a stronger representation of right-wing parties in the parliament following the election.
Switzerland, with a population of around 9 million, has a complex political structure and electoral system. The country has been governed by coalition governments for over 60 years. The federal government consists of 7 ministers who are elected by the parliament. The Swiss Confederation Presidents, elected by the parliament, serve for one year.
Since 1959, the so-called “magic formula” system has been in practice, where the 3 parties that receive the most votes in the elections are given 2 seats each in the cabinet, while the 4th party receives one seat.
The Swiss Confederation, officially known as the “Swiss Confederation,” was founded in the late 13th century and has maintained its independence since 1499.
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