| Should Inheritance Be Taxed to Fight Climate Change? 💰🌍 A new initiative in Switzerland proposes a 50% inheritance tax on fortunes over CHF 50million, aiming to fund the country’s green transition and tackle the climate crisis. Supporters say it’s about climate justice, arguing that the wealthiest individuals, with their larger carbon footprints, should contribute more to sustainable solutions. The tax could generate billions for climate action. But critics, including the Swiss federal government, warn it could push entrepreneurs and capital abroad, risking a loss in jobs and tax revenue. What are your thoughts? #InheritanceTax #ClimateJustice #SwissPolitics #TaxTheRich #GreenTransition #Sustainability #SwissNews #ClimateAction #WealthTax #DirectDemocracy #EconomicPolicy #SocialJustice #Taxation #FinanceNews #ClimateCrisis #SwissEconomy --- swissinfo.ch is the international branch of the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation (SBC). Its role is to report on Switzerland and to provide a Swiss perspective on international events. For more articles, interviews and videos visit swissinfo.ch or subscribe to our YouTube channel. |
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