Franz Grüter
Franz Grüter is a Swiss politician representing the Swiss People's Party (SVP) and serves as a member of the National Council. He has been an advocate for strengthening Switzerland's economic relations with China, particularly in light of the ongoing trade disputes with the United States. Grüter emphasizes the importance of diversifying Switzerland's trade partnerships and argues that the current geopolitical climate necessitates a closer alignment with China, which he views as a stable and rule-abiding trading partner compared to the US.
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Franz Grüter, a national councilor from the SVP, expressed cautious optimism about the situation with Trump's tariffs.
Trump verliert vor Supreme Court: Schweizer Firmen fordern Rückerstattung
Switzerland· 2026-02-22
IT entrepreneur and SVP National Council member Franz Grüter argues that the idea of the government being able to forgo American providers is unrealistic.
Heikles Datenleck im AussendepartementSwitzerland· 2026-02-01
Franz Grüter represents the classic regulatory-critical line within the SVP.
Wie der Bundesrat den Jugendschutz abblockteSwitzerland· 2025-12-21
Franz Grüter believes the meeting with Trump brought Switzerland back onto the agenda.
Wie der Zolldeal wirklich zustande kamSwitzerland· 2025-11-16
Franz Grüter, a National Council member from Lucerne, stated he would oppose any agreement that fully adopts US export controls.
Besuch von Schweizer Unternehmern bei Trump löst politische Kritik ausSwitzerland· 2025-11-09
Franz Grüter is a Swiss politician who criticizes the Swiss government's engagement in the Gaza peace efforts.
Schweiz unterstützt Trumps Gaza-Friedensplan mit 20 Mio. FrankenSwitzerland· 2025-11-05
Franz Grüter is a member of the SVP who warns against the introduction of a new digital tax.
Bundesrat sichert den USA zu, Tech-Riesen nicht zu besteuern.Switzerland· 2025-08-31
Franz Grüter is a parliamentarian who is part of the group advocating for stablecoin reforms.
Blockchain-Industrie drängt auf Reformen in der SchweizSwitzerland· 2025-08-19
Franz Grüter is mentioned as a supporter of Trump within the SVP.
Marcel Dettling sieht Spielraum für RindfleischimporteSwitzerland· 2025-08-10
Franz Grüter is a member of the National Council advocating for updated weight limits for campers.
Wohnmobile und Gewichtslimit: EU-Entscheid könnte Campern helfenSwitzerland· 2025-07-07
Franz Grüter, a National Council member and IT entrepreneur, is concerned that negotiators might fail at the last moment.
Zollkonflikt Schweiz-USA: Einigung rückt näherSwitzerland· 2025-07-06
SVP-Nationalrat Franz Grüter believes that UN organizations should prove their efficiency before receiving support.
Genf könnte UN-Organisationen verlieren: Bundesrat plant MillionenhilfeSwitzerland· 2025-06-20
Franz Grüter, a National Council member from Lucerne, believes that digital platforms will gain importance.
Neue Plattform soll bürgerlichen Kampfgeist stärkenSwitzerland· 2025-06-14
Franz Grüter, a Nationalrat from Lucerne, believes digital platforms will gain importance.
Neue Plattform soll bürgerlichen Kampfgeist stärkenSwitzerland· 2025-06-14Franz Grüter emphasizes the need to quickly resolve uncertainties for the export economy.
Die Schweiz bleibt wohl auf 10 % sitzen – Parlament ist irritiertSwitzerland· 2025-06-02
Franz Grüter, a fellow SVP National Council member, calls for a more grounded foreign policy.
Schweizer Diplomatie im 21. Jahrhundert: Cassis’ grosse VisionSwitzerland· 2025-04-27
SVP-Nationalrat Franz Grüter emphasizes the importance of Switzerland's relationship with China in the current geopolitical situation.
Im Zollstreit mit den USA spüren China-Freunde AufwindSwitzerland· 2025-04-20
