Brussels / Bern, 22/05/2000 (Agence Europe) - The result of the referendum in Switzerland largely in favour of the seven sector-specific agreements with the EU gave rise to expressions of satisfaction among political circles of both parties. The president of the European Commission, Romano Prodi, issued the following statement:
"The result of the referendum clearly demonstrates the will of the Swiss people to further develop and foster relations with the European Union. It is a milestone on...