Question 178 of 350 · Switzerland in the world
Who is Switzerland's most important trading partner (as of 2017)?
Wer ist der wichtigste Handelspartner der Schweiz (Stand 2017)?
Correct answer: A
Why
The EU surrounds Switzerland. About half of exports go there, and most imports come from there.
Common mistakes
- B: USA
- The USA is a very important trading partner, but all EU countries together are more important.
- C: China
- China is an important partner, but trade with the EU is much larger.
Topic
Switzerland is not a member of the European Union (EU). In 1992 the voters also rejected joining the European Economic Area (EEA). After that Switzerland looked for its own way: it concludes treaties with the EU on individual topics. These treaties are called «Bilateral Agreements» because two sides sign them.
Culture, economy and Switzerland in the world · Switzerland in the world
Sources
Official question of the Canton of Zurich (Gemeindeamt, May 2025). Translation and explanation: Swiss Passport.