On Monday, the Swiss Council of States began debating the new EU agreements package, known as 'Bilaterale III'. The session was open-ended, with three federal councilors present. The first day focused on whether to enter the proposal, with SVP and some Center and FDP members opposing, but a clear majority supported it. The debate also highlighted divisions within the Center and FDP on whether the agreements should require a double majority in a referendum. A protest by the SVP was planned outside the parliament building.
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