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Ruth Metzler

Member of the Swiss Federal Council

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Ruth Metzler is a Swiss politician who served as a Member of the Swiss Federal Council from 1999 to 2003. A member of the Christian Democratic People's Party (CVP/PDC), she headed the Federal Department of Justice and Police.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Sursee wd
Citizenship
Switzerland wd
Occupation
politician, manager wd
Political party
Christian Democratic People's Party wd
Education
University of Fribourg wd
Spouse
Stephan Zimmermann wd

Positions held wd

  • president (since 1 January 2025 · BS 16 Poush 2081 onwards)
  • Member of the Swiss Federal Council (1 April 1999 – 31 December 2003)

Questions

When was Ruth Metzler born?
Ruth Metzler was born on 23 May 1964 in Sursee.
What positions has Ruth Metzler held?
Positions held by Ruth Metzler include: president (since 1 January 2025); Member of the Swiss Federal Council (1999–2003).
Where did Ruth Metzler study?
Ruth Metzler was educated at University of Fribourg.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Ruth Metzler · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q464007 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Ruth Metzler-Arnold, 2016 (cropped).jpg by Manuel Stettler (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Last updated · facts checked 9 November 2026

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