Swiss Covid Contracts: Court Orders Transparency on Vaccine Deals

Swiss Covid Contracts: Court Orders Transparency on Vaccine Deals

The Swiss federal government is being compelled to release details of its contracts with COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers, following a court ruling that prioritizes transparency even during a public health crisis. For years, the government resisted calls for full disclosure, citing concerns about negotiating leverage and protecting commercial secrets. Now, a landmark decision by the Federal … Read more

Swiss Court Orders Release of Redacted Covid Vaccine Contracts

Swiss Court Orders Release of Redacted Covid Vaccine Contracts

The Swiss government is being compelled to release details of its contracts with COVID-19 vaccine manufacturers, following a court ruling that prioritizes transparency even during a public health crisis. For years, the Federal Office of Public Health (BAG) resisted calls for full disclosure, citing concerns about negotiating leverage and protecting business secrets. Now, a landmark … Read more