Walter Thurnherr

Walter Thurnherr

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Walter Thurnherr is a Swiss politician who served as the Federal Chancellor of Switzerland from 2016 to 2022. He played a significant role in managing the Swiss Federal Council's operations and was known for his political acumen and ability to navigate complex governmental processes. In the context of the recent F-35 fighter jet procurement controversy, Thurnherr was noted for his influence on fellow ministers, providing support to then-Defense Minister Viola Amherd during crucial deliberations.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
17,414
Power
1,408$
Sentiment
4.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 4.00 0.20% +0% 8,654,622 17,414 $700,000 1,408$
Totals 1 8,654,622 17,414 $700,000 1,408$
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Recent Mentions

Switzerland Switzerland: Walter Thurnherr was the Chancellor of the Swiss Confederation until the end of 2023 and has extensive insights into the workings of the Federal Council. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Schweiz durchläuft schmerzhafte Anpassung an neue Weltordnung

Switzerland Switzerland: Walter Thurnherr is mentioned as the former Federal Chancellor who understands how the Federal Council has been handling crises. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: der Bundesrat im perfekten Blindflug

Switzerland Switzerland: Former Federal Chancellor Walter Thurnherr writes in his book about the Federal Council. 5

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Wie wichtig ist dem Bundesrat die Sicherheit des Landes?

Switzerland Switzerland: Walter Thurnherr published a book about the functioning of the Federal Council, highlighting the challenges of the presidency. 6

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Guy Parmelin, der neue Bundespräsident für das Jahr 2026 und das Understatement

Switzerland Switzerland: Walter Thurnherr is the former chancellor of the Swiss government and has written about the power mechanisms in the Federal Palace in Bern. 7

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Wie die Schweiz ihre Grundpfeiler in der Krise stärken kann