Smart State

Eine junge Frau sitzt lächelnd am Fenster eines modernen Schweizer Zugs und bedient ihr Smartphone. Auf dem Tischchen vor ihr stehen ein Mehrwegbecher und ein Notizbuch, während draußen sanft verschwommene Gebäude und alpine Hügel im Tageslicht vorbeiziehen.
The common consensus among the Swiss population is that the federal government and its organisations, including state-owned companies, are fundamentally inefficient bureaucracies. For us at Volt this is unacceptable; we want more from our state. The federal government, the cantons and also the municipalities should primarily benefit us as citizens. Across Europe, we are working towards a transparent, efficient and connected administration that minimises bureaucracy and guarantees Europeans the basis for shared prosperity.

The 5+1 challenges

Volt has defined 5+1 fundamental challenges that need to be addressed in every European country and in Europe as a whole.

Why 5 + 1 challenges?

The 5 challenges are essentially the same for each country, but their implementation can be adapted at the national level to take into account local circumstances.

Challenge No. +1 - our proposal to reform and strengthen the EU - is identical in all our national programs. Here in Switzerland, our relations with the EU are the focus.

Take a look at our Europe-wide programme!
  • 01

    Smart State

    Education and digitalisation are key elements of the 21st century

  • 02

    Economic Renaissance

    An innovative economy is the engine for the progress of society.

  • 03

    Social Equality

    No one should be left behind - regardless of gender, income, religion or origin.

  • 04

    Global Balance

    Europe must live up to its responsibility in the world to secure our common future.

  • 05

    Citizen Empowerment

    European citizens must be able to make informed political decisions, independently influence politics beyond elections and exercise their democratic rights.

  • +1

    EU Reform

    We love the EU - but that doesn't mean there isn't room for improvement.