Has Switzerland ceased to be a safe haven for the fortunes of corrupt heads of state and their families? Only partly. Here are the key facts.
Just send the money back? It’s not always that simple.
Illustration: Kai Reusser, Swissinfo
Switzerland freezes assets, returns illicit funds and provides legal assistance to foreign governments seeking to recover stolen wealth. Has Switzerland ceased to be a safe haven for the fortunes of corrupt heads of state and their families? Only partly. Here are the key facts.
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August 22, 2026 - 09:30
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