Swiss government launches attempt to secure 2038 Winter Olympics

After failing to host the Winter Olympics in 2030 and 2034, Switzerland is trying again - this time for the 2038 Winter Games. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox On Friday the Federal Council announced that it is gearing up in an attempt to secure a future Swiss bid. Last year, Switzerland was rejected by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), which favoured France and the United States for the 2030 and 2034 Winter Games. In return, the IOC promised a "right of preference" for 2038, if Bern manages to refine its bid by 2027. + Swiss bid to host Winter Olympics falls at first hurdle The organisation of such an event will have a "positive impact" on society and the economy, said the Federal Department of Defence, Civil Protection and Sport (DDPS) in a press release on Friday. The government has therefore set up an interdepartmental working group to accompany preparations for a future bid. The department of sport is responsible for planning and analysing ...