Nik Gugger
Nik Gugger, born in India and adopted by Swiss parents, is a prominent politician and member of the National Council for the Evangelical People's Party (EVP). At 55, he has dedicated his political career to advocating for the rights of adopted children, particularly in light of proposed legislation that seeks to ban international adoptions in Switzerland. Gugger's personal experience as an adopted child fuels his commitment to ensuring that the stories and identities of adopted individuals are respected and preserved. He is known for his active engagement in various political issues, ranging from environmental concerns to international relations, and has played a key role in discussions about trade agreements with India.
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Recent news mentions
Nik Gugger (EVP) spoke about the impact of fireworks on wildlife, particularly the kingfisher avoiding breeding sites due to the noise.
Verbot von Knallkörpern ohne Lichteffekte
Switzerland· 2025-12-11
Nik Gugger was directly addressed by Beat Jans regarding his adoption experience.
Internationale Adoptionen in der Schweiz: Verbot und Reform möglichSwitzerland· 2025-12-11
Nationalrat Nik Gugger is well-connected in the Indian government and played a key role in building cultural bridges during the negotiations.
Helene Budliger über das neue Freihandelsabkommen mit IndienSwitzerland· 2025-10-03
Nik Gugger, a Nationalrat from the EVP, is politically fighting for his identity after being adopted from India.
«Verbot von Auslandadoptionen wird meiner Geschichte nicht gerecht»Switzerland· 2025-06-18
