Federal politicians are gathering in Bern for the winter session, where they will be focusing on the federal budget for 2025.

The discussions will last for three weeks and highlight significant disagreements between left and right-leaning parties regarding potential savings and investments, particularly in the context of a tight budget.

This year's budget deliberations are complex due to a shortfall in the federal budget and demands for increased funding for the army, farmers, and the AHV (Old Age and Survivors' Insurance).

The tension surrounding these financial allocations raises questions about the feasibility of reaching a consensus within the Federal Assembly.

The podcast "Apropos" features insights from Federal Parliament editor Charlotte Walser, who discusses the implications of a potential failure to agree on the budget and emphasizes the critical nature of these discussions for the upcoming fiscal year.