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 (63 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
43,912
Power
3,552$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 5 6.00 0.46% +10% 8,654,622 43,912 $700,000 3,552$
Totals 5 8,654,622 43,912 $700,000 3,552$
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Recent Mentions

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd introduced Thomas Süssli as the new army chief and emphasized his experience in managing complex projects. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Thomas Süssli tritt ab: Armeechef hinterlässt durchzogene Bilanz

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd expressed enthusiasm for the reliability of the USA as a supplier of armaments. 6

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Kosten, Fehler und Lehren für die Schweiz

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd was the former Minister of Defense who suggested that military rearmament could be financed painlessly. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Wie die Schweiz trotz Schuldenbremse aufrüsten will

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd set the goal of a ten percent female share in the military. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Bundesrat plant Verfassungsänderung für Frauen-Orientierungstag

Switzerland Switzerland: Viola Amherd is a Swiss politician whose supporters spread rumors about Karin Keller-Sutter's actions regarding military funding. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Trump-Telefon, Krach mit der UBS, AT1 – Karin Keller-Sutters Stern sinkt