Archive: Agustina Rodriguez

Agustina Rodriguez Widmer works as a research intern at Avenir Suisse. She holds a Master's degree in International and Monetary Economics (MIME) from the University of Berne. She worked as an assistant at the World Trade Institute. Agustina obtained a Bachelor's degree in economics and management at the University of Geneva, and spent a semester in Frankfurt (Frankfurt School of Finance and Management).

Q&A: A Compass for Swiss Policymakers Regarding Childcare

Childcare policy is a much-discussed topic in Swiss politics. Unsurprisingly, our recent recommendations regarding the subject have sparked controversy. In this article, we respond to the most common critiques.

24.04.2026, Patricia Schafer, Agustina Rodriguez

Family-Centered Childcare Policy

Essential on childcare policy

31.03.2026, Patricia Schafer, Agustina Rodriguez

Childcare: A Compass for Swiss Policymakers

Analysis New analysis on early childhood care in cantons and municipalities

26.03.2026, Patricia Schafer, Agustina Rodriguez

Who Gets the Red Passport? Seven Questions, Seven Answers

Migration Insigths Each year, roughly 40,000 people are naturalized in Switzerland. At a time when immigration and citizenship are again the subject of political debate, it is worth taking a closer look at the facts: Who becomes Swiss – and how often?

19.03.2026, Patrick Leisibach, Agustina Rodriguez

Every Second Immigrant Comes to Switzerland for Work

Migration Insigths While immigration from EU/EFTA countries is largely driven by the labor market, family reunification dominates among migrants from third countries. A closer look at the aggregate figures shows who is coming to Switzerland – for what reasons – and who ultimately stays.

19.02.2026, Patrick Leisibach, Agustina Rodriguez

Nearly Three in Ten Without a Swiss Passport

Migration Insigths Around 2.5 million foreign nationals live in Switzerland. This article shows where they come from, where they live — and how they are reshaping the country’s population.

26.01.2026, Patrick Leisibach, Agustina Rodriguez

Switzerland Keeps Growing

Migration Insigths Since 2000, roughly 70,000 foreign nationals have migrated to Switzerland each year. This analysis examines the forces behind this trend — and who has been arriving in Switzerland.

26.01.2026, Patrick Leisibach, Agustina Rodriguez

Many Paths Lead to Switzerland

Migration Insigths The rules for entering Switzerland vary depending on nationality, purpose of stay, and duration. Citizens of EU and EFTA countries enjoy priority, largely unobstructed access to the Swiss labor market with minimal restrictions. Labor migration from non-EU countries, by contrast, is tightly regulated and subject to quotas.

27.11.2025, Patrick Leisibach, Agustina Rodriguez

Business Location Rankings: Many Podium Finishes for Switzerland – Except in Artificial Intelligence

For years, Switzerland has ranked among the most competitive countries in the world – with no signs of a decline.

28.02.2025, Patrick Leisibach, Agustina Rodriguez

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