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Expats struggle to explain Swiss neutrality abroad

By swissinfo.ch

Switzerland’s neutrality is not always easy to explain, especially abroad. Many Swiss expats have to grapple with preconceived notions. Swiss neutrality is a hallmark of Switzerland. Abroad, however, it is sometimes criticised. Swiss citizens living abroad are regularly asked about it and have to explain what neutrality means for Switzerland. Several Swiss Abroad have shared their experiences with Swissinfo. "I’m Switzerland" is an idiom in the US. "Here in the US, you often hear that when so...