Glossary: Supporters' View

This glossary explains the key technical terms and abbreviations used in this chapter.

Abbreviation / Term	Explanation
Bewaffnete Neutralität	Neutrality policy backed by own defence capability.
Gute Dienste	Switzerland's diplomatic mediation (protecting power mandates, conferences).
KMU	Small and medium-sized enterprises (< 250 employees).
Schutzmachtmandat	Diplomatic representation of a state's interests in another state without diplomatic relations.
Souveränität	Self-determination right of a state.
SBFI	State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation.

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As of March 2026. All information is based on publicly available sources.