Guy Parmelin

ModernPoliticianSwitzerland1959 — ?

SVP Swiss president during rotating office.

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Quick Facts

Born

1959

Country

Switzerland

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)44

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)40

Strategy (15%)41

Total Score42.4

Guy Parmelin — Complete Timeline

2015 AD

Election to Federal CouncilPolitical Action◆ Major

Parmelin was elected to the Swiss Federal Council on December 9, 2015, representing the Swiss People's Party (SVP). He took over the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sports, later moving to the Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research in 2019.

Federal CouncilSVPElection

Impact: nationalconstructive

2020 AD

Leadership of economic affairs during pandemicPolitical Action

As head of the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research from 2019, Parmelin managed Switzerland's economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including short-time work schemes, business loans, and support for research and innovation to mitigate economic damage.

Economic PolicyCOVID-19Short-time Work

Impact: nationalconstructive

2021 AD

Presidency of the Swiss ConfederationPolitical Action◆ Major

Guy Parmelin served as President of the Swiss Confederation in 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic. He chaired the Federal Council and represented Switzerland abroad, while continuing his role as head of the Federal Department of Economic Affairs, Education and Research.

Swiss PresidencyCOVID-19Rotating Presidency

Impact: national