The political situation of Switzerland in 2013 was favorable. The next general election is scheduled to be held in October 2015. In the following years the government will focus on defending the exchange-rate ceiling and maintaining banking sector stability，in order to maintain a virtuous cycle of national economy. The Swiss economy is surprisingly resilient in the face of the subdued global demand. Domestic demand，especially private consumption，propped up the economy throughout 2013 and is likely to remain reasonably solid over the coming years. Switzerland’s foreign policies in 2013 centered on its relationship with the EU and the negotiations with the US on issues such as banking secrecy and corporate taxation.