The safeguard clause has been pivotal in ensuring that Switzerland can protect its labor market and social welfare system from sudden increases in immigration from EU member states.
In 2017, Switzerland invoked the safeguard clause to cap the number of migrants from Bulgaria and Romania, reflecting the country's need to manage high immigration levels.
The Swiss government is keen to maintain the safeguard clause, asserting that it allows for a necessary balance between benefiting from skilled workers and addressing citizens' concerns over immigration.
Switzerland's stance on free movement illustrates the complexities of balancing economic benefits with public sentiment regarding immigration and social stability.
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