The trade agreement between Switzerland and India has successfully passed through the Council of States without any dissenting votes, indicating strong political support and minimizing the risk of a referendum.

This development contrasts with previous scenarios, such as the contentious agreement with Indonesia, which faced significant public scrutiny and a nail-biting referendum.

Despite some skepticism among certain groups, the current political climate suggests a shift towards prioritizing (re)distribution of prosperity, a sentiment that appears to have gained majority backing in Switzerland.

Recent referendums reflect this growing focus on equitable economic policies, highlighting a potential change in public sentiment towards trade agreements and their implications for wealth distribution.