Swiss voters reject right-wing’s bid to cap population at 10 million

The plan was backed by the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP) - (Reuters)

Switzerland has decisively rejected a proposal to cap its population at 10 million, with voters prioritising economic stability and strong ties with the European Union over concerns about immigration straining public services and driving up rents.

A nationwide referendum saw almost 55 per cent of Swiss voters oppose the measure, while 45 per cent supported it.