GENEVA: Swiss voters appeared on Sunday to have rejected a contentious anti-immigration proposal that would have capped the country's population, according to initial projections released by the gfs.bern institute shortly after polling stations closed.
Vote Outcome
The projections indicate a clear majority against the proposal, which sought to limit the number of residents in Switzerland. The vote was closely watched as a test of public sentiment on immigration in the alpine nation.
Conscientious Objection Referendum
In a separate referendum, Swiss voters appeared set to approve a law restricting access to conscientious objection to military service. The measure is expected to pass, according to the same projections.
The votes took place on June 14, 2026, with citizens casting ballots at polling stations across the country, including in the capital Bern. The results underscore Switzerland's ongoing debate over immigration and military service policies.
