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Switzerland Faces Pressure to Prioritize Press Freedom Over Banking Secrecy
Geneva – A growing conflict between Switzerland’s staunch defense of banking secrecy and the essential role of a free press is raising concerns about clarity and accountability within the global financial system. As geopolitical risks escalate, the ability of investigative journalists and whistleblowers to operate without fear of reprisal is more critical than ever, yet Switzerland’s laws are actively criminalizing the disclosure of client data, even when motivated by public interest.
for decades, Switzerland has cultivated an image as a neutral and stable financial hub
