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Switzerland Puts 'Optimized' Offer to U.S. in Customs Dispute

Economic Minister Guy Parmelin is in the United States for a second round of minister-level talks.

Overview

  • Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis confirmed the government has prepared an "optimized offer" for the United States.
  • Guy Parmelin traveled overnight on Friday to the United States for discussions at minister level, according to the Economic Department.
  • The talks constitute a second round of negotiations in the ongoing customs dispute between the two countries.
  • Officials shared no details about Parmelin’s program or the substance of the proposal.
  • Parmelin canceled a scheduled appearance at Economiesuisse’s Day of the Economy because of the trip.