Alain Berset vs Antonio Costa

Berset was elected to the Swiss Federal Council on December 14, 2011, representing the Social Democratic Party. He took over the Federal Department of Home Affairs, overseeing health, social security, and cultural policy, becoming a key figure in Swiss federal politics.

Alain Berset served as President of the Swiss Confederation in 2020, the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. He led the Federal Council's response, including lockdown measures, economic support packages, and vaccine procurement, navigating a federalist system with cantonal autonomy.

Berset served a second term as President of the Swiss Confederation in 2023, focusing on post-pandemic economic recovery, healthcare system strengthening, and digitalization. He also addressed challenges from the war in Ukraine, including sanctions and energy security.

Costa became Prime Minister after the Socialist Party formed a minority government supported by the Left Bloc and Communist Party. This 'geringon

Costa's government reversed many austerity measures imposed during the bailout, restoring public sector wages, pensions, and social benefits. This led to economic growth and reduced inequality.

Costa hosted the United Nations Ocean Conference in Lisbon, positioning Portugal as a leader in ocean conservation and sustainable blue economy. The conference produced the Lisbon Declaration.

Costa resigned as Prime Minister after a corruption investigation involving his chief of staff and potential conflicts of interest in lithium and hydrogen projects. He denied wrongdoing but stepped down.