France’s Tax Move Threatens EuroAirport’s Binational Status and Growth
In 2014, France has moved to apply its tax and VAT rules in the Swiss sector of EuroAirport Basel-Mülhausen, alarming Swiss and Alsatian officials. The change threatens the binational airport’s special status and its 5,000 Swiss-sector jobs. EasyJet froze its Basel expansion, and Alsace leaders urged President Hollande to accept Swiss proposals to protect regional employment. Negotiations led by Dr. Thomas Borer remain stalled, with fears the dispute could damage the airport’s growth and cross-border role.