Equivalence procedures with the EU
In its policy for a future-proof Swiss financial centre, the Federal Council identified equivalence procedures as an important element for maintaining and improving market access for Swiss providers in the EU area. To this end, recognition of the equivalence of Swiss financial market regulation should be achieved with the EU where this makes economic sense.
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Leading worldwide, rooted in Switzerland: Policy for a future-proof Swiss financial centre
A strong financial centre is key for the Swiss economy and Switzerland's standing as an international location. Switzerland should therefore maintain its place among world-leading, modern and globally active financial centres. The Federal Council wants to assist and support this with a sound and dynamic financial market policy.