Viola Amherd

Viola Amherd

politician Switzerland

Viola Amherd is a Swiss politician who served as the Minister of Defence, Civil Protection and Sports. She has been a member of the Swiss Federal Council since 2019 and is known for her focus on national security and military reforms. Recently, she faced challenges in securing a financial plan for the Swiss army, leading to her eventual resignation amid growing political polarization and difficulties in gaining support within the government.

Born on Jun 07, 1962 (62 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.02%
Persistence
3 wks
Reach
246,314
Power
19,922$
Sentiment
4.90
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 31 4.90 2.19% +30% 8,654,622 246,314 $700,000 19,922$
Totals 31 8,654,622 246,314 $700,000 19,922$
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Recent Mentions

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd is mentioned as a Bundesrätin whose successor candidates are being evaluated. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Ritter und Pfister im Direktvergleich

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd is the Swiss Defense Minister who is stepping down soon, impacting the leadership of the NDB. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Die Schweizer Spionageabwehr als Risiko

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd surprised friends and opponents with her resignation. 4

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Der Fokus muss auf der Sicherheit liegen

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd is the Swiss Minister of Defense who expressed her anger during a press conference regarding leaks in the government. 6

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Viola Amherds Wut - die Leaks sind nur ein Symptom

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd is the head of the Swiss Federal Department of Defence and is addressing criticism regarding resignations and funding issues. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Amherd kontert Rücktritts- und Finanzierungskritik