AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSwiss Labour Policy: Switzerland’s Council of States backs sanctions for employers who recruit from abroad instead of prioritising Swiss, EU and EFTA jobseekers (including Liechtenstein). Firms could face fines and lose access to non-EU/EFTA work-permit quotas. EU Travel Rules: The EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) is rolling out across 29 countries, including Liechtenstein and Switzerland, requiring biometric checks for most non-EU travellers and phasing out passport stamps—after summer queues and delays. EFTA Trade Momentum: India–EFTA’s TEPA marks its first year, with EFTA pledging $100bn investment and 1m jobs in India; exports like motor vehicles, heavy water and moulding patterns are reported to be growing. Swiss Transparency Register: Switzerland’s Transparency Act starts: companies must register beneficial owners and report changes, with the Federal Office of Justice stressing data security for anti–money laundering and counter-terror financing. Crypto & Finance Risk: A $320m bitcoin theft tied to Blockstream’s Liquid Network highlights asset-recovery and sanctions risks for businesses. Corporate Moves: NORVAULT AG launches a voluntary tender offer for ARTEX Global Markets Class B shares via Art Share 002. Business Innovation: BTCNow launches a pay-over-time model for Bitcoin purchases with fixed monthly payments and trust custody.
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