In what would be a global first, Switzerland is preparing to vote on imposing a population cap. Promoted by right-wing forces as a tool to limit asylum seekers, analysts say the measure would disproportionately affect EU migrants, who make up the bulk of immigration into the country.
The proposal has found support beyond the far right, tapping into widespread anxieties about housing costs, infrastructure strain, and cultural change. The vote is being closely watched across Europe, where immigration policy remains one of the most polarizing political issues. If passed, the Swiss model could embolden similar movements in other countries grappling with the politics of migration. [34]
