Federal Council
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The Federal Council is the federal cabinet of the Swiss Confederation. Its seven members also serve as the collective head of state and government of Switzerland. Wikipedia
Formation: 1848; 176 years ago
Salary: SFr 472,958 annually per councillor
Status: Head of state; Head of government
Term length: Four years, no term limit
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