Institutional and Cultural Foundations of Swiss Prosperity
Year: 2026
Type: article
Abstract: Switzerland’s success rests on strong institutions, direct democracy, federalism, a market-based economic order, and a collegial multi-party government. These mechanisms have helped a highly diverse country manage conflict through compromise, minority inclusion, and broad civic participation. At the same time, Switzerland’s model is under pressure from polarization, reform gridlock, weakened federalism, globalization, media-driven politics, and declining commitment to compromise. Switzerland must renew its political culture, strengthen civic responsibility, protect economic freedom, and preserve the institutions to keep the country stable and prosperous.
Source: The Economists Voice
DOI: 10.1515/ev-2026-0043
Author: Kaspar Villiger
Language: English
Field: Social Sciences
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $2,712
OpenAlex ID: W7204495979