
Canton
Local Autonomy
A canton has its own leaders and laws, separate from the national government.
The canton's laws on commerce are slightly different from the national regulations.
Swiss Political Unit
In Switzerland, a canton is like a state in the USA, with its own unique customs and identity.
Each of the Swiss cantons has its own official language and educational system.
Not Always Large
Cantons can be small; size doesn't define them, their self-governing status does.
Despite its small territory, the canton has a robust local economy. Compare with
AreaCountyDistrictProvinceRegionSubdivisionTerritoryZone
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