Yesterday proved a standout day for Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin.
In the morning, he secured a historic election as President of the Confederation, winning 203 out of 210 votes. That's the strongest result ever recorded.
Then by mid-afternoon, Parmelin announced that the United States would immediately cut additional tariffs on Swiss goods from 39 to 15 percent, with the measure applied retroactively to mid-November – that aspect of the announcement was a pleasant surprise.
Commentators say it sets up Parmelin well for his presidency next year.
Guilty of rape, jailed - then deported
US tarrifs cut - for now
School student accused of Twint theft
Yet another scam to be careful of
Injuries over Xmas soar
