Federal Popular Initiative
It is time to recognize Palestine
We call on the Swiss Confederation to officially recognize the State of Palestine. A gesture of justice, diplomatic consistency, and commitment to human rights.
Print. Sign. Send. Every signature counts.
We are collecting signatures for the federal popular initiative for the recognition of the Palestinian state!
An act of justice. A call for dignity. A voice from Switzerland for Palestine.
Federal Popular Initiative
« For the Recognition of the State of Palestine »
The Swiss citizens, signatories of this popular initiative, request that the Swiss Confederation officially recognize the State of Palestine. This is an act of justice, equal treatment, diplomatic consistency, and commitment to human rights. The Swiss Confederation must actively commit itself to a sovereign and independent Palestinian state, and work for peace, dignity, and the self‑determination of the Palestinian people. The recognition of the State of Palestine, in application of United Nations resolutions, including Security Council Resolution 242, is in line with international law, the Charter of the United Nations, and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. It paves the way for a just and lasting peace in the Middle East.
Constitutional Amendment
The Federal Constitution¹ is amended as follows:
Art. 197 n. 17²
17. Recognition of the State of Palestine
¹ Switzerland recognizes Palestine as a sovereign and independent State.
² If the recognition of the State of Palestine is accepted by the People and the Cantons, the Federal Council shall transmit a corresponding declaration to the Secretary‑General of the United Nations and to the General Assembly of the United Nations within three months of the official determination of the voting result.
¹ RS 101
² The final numbering of this transitional provision shall be determined by the Federal Chancellery after the popular vote.
In-depth
Nine reasons why Switzerland should recognize Palestine as a state
Why sign?
Because Switzerland has a moral and legal duty to support the right of peoples to self-determination.
Because recognition is a fundamental step toward a just and lasting peace.
Because Swiss neutrality must not mean indifference in the face of injustice.
Print. Sign. Send. Every signature counts.
Print. Sign. Send. Every signature counts.
Procedure
How does it work?
Download and print the form (A4 format).
Fill it out and sign it personally by hand. Specifying your political municipality of residence is mandatory. Only people registered and eligible to vote at federal level in the same municipality may sign on the same sheet.
It is not necessary to fill in all the lines. Send the signed form by post to the indicated address of the initiative committee.
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The recognition of Palestine
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Who We Are
Committee
A group of Swiss citizens committed to justice, peace, and the recognition of international law.
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Lisa Mazzone
Philip Stolkin
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