A Lot of Fireworks at the Ballot Box

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On November 29, 2026, voters at the federal level will also vote on the following two proposals: - The popular initiative "For a Restriction on Fireworks" calls for a ban on the sale of loud fireworks to protect people, animals, and the environment. Silent pyrotechnics and official fireworks at approved folk festivals are to be exempted. - The parliament amended the "Federal Law on Arms" on December 19, 2025. Accordingly, the export of military equipment would be relaxed: Swiss companies would be allowed to sell arms to 25 selected countries even if they are involved in an armed conflict. Furthermore, Switzerland would waive non-reexport declarations and only require them for certain neutrality, security, or foreign policy reasons. Gain a good foundation for an informed vote through a factual and interdisciplinary exchange. Guests - Prof. Dr. Gilberto Pasinelli, Chairman of the Institute Management and Head of Research at the Swiss Bird Observatory - Georg Häsler, Security Policy Editor of Neue Zürcher Zeitung, Colonel of the Swiss Army Leadership/Moderation - Sebastian Muders, Head of Environmental and Health Ethics Department, Paulus Academy - Csongor Kozma, Director of Paulus Academy Participation Fee (including drinks) CHF 30 / CHF 20* * for members of the Paulus Academy Supporters' Association and FKSZ, with KulturLegi, AHV/IV or student ID For organizational reasons, we kindly ask for registration by Sunday, November 1, 2026.