Content from Magdalena Andersson
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The Budget for 2022 in five minutes
On 20 September 2021 the Government presented its budget proposal for 2022 to the Riksdag.
· Article from Ministry of Finance
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Budget Bill for 2022: A stronger and more sustainable Sweden after the pandemic
The Government is presenting the Budget Bill for 2022 to the Riksdag today. In it, the Government proposes measures to accelerate the climate transition, get more people into work, strengthen the welfare system and make Sweden a safe country for all. In total, reforms worth approximately SEK 74 billion are involved.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Sweden’s economy shows strong recovery – reforms worth SEK 74 billion in budget offer favourable conditions to underpin recovery
Today, Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson presents the Ministry of Finance’s latest economic forecast and the direction of the central government budget for next year. The Ministry of Finance forecasts growth of 4.4 per cent this year and 3.5 per cent next year.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Sweden’s new Government
Today in the Riksdag, Prime Minister Stefan Löfven announced the ministers who will serve in the Government. The change of government will take place at a Council of State at the Royal Palace presided over by His Majesty The King. The Council of State will begin at 14.15.
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Rapid economic recovery
The Swedish economy is recovering rapidly after the deep downturn last year. The Ministry of Finance’s latest forecast calls for GDP to grow by 4.7 per cent this year, which is 1.5 percentage points higher than in the forecast presented in connection with the Spring Budget in April. Public finances are also expected to be stronger than in the previous forecast.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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The Government presents the 2021 Spring Fiscal Policy Bill
Today the Government presents the guidelines for economic policy and the Spring Amending Budget with further measures to limit the spread of the virus and alleviate the consequences of the pandemic for the economy and also to work Sweden out of the crisis. The proposals presented in connection with the Spring Fiscal Policy Bill total almost SEK 45 billion. The proposals are based on an agreement between the government parties, the Centre Party and the Liberal Party.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Upswing for resilient Swedish economy in 2021
Resilience in the Swedish economy is strong and the recovery will gather strength in the second half of 2021. As activity increases, the labour market will also gain strength. Despite this, the situation remains serious, especially for those whose position in the labour market is weak. This is clear from the Ministry of Finance’s most recent forecast, presented today by Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson in leading role during International Monetary Fund and World Bank Spring Meetings
As Chair of the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) highest advisory body, Ms Anderson will lead meetings and negotiations on the IMF’s upcoming work. She will also take part in the G20 meeting.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Robust financial support for businesses affected by closure
Businesses that are unable to operate as a result of a closure decision under the new Pandemic Act will be able to receive financial support to cover their fixed costs during the closure. Up to 100 per cent of the costs will be reimbursed. The proposal is based on an agreement between the Government, the Centre Party and the Liberal Party.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Magdalena Andersson takes over as Chair of the primary advisory body of the IMF
Today, Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson takes over as Chair of the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), the primary advisory body of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). At a press conference with Managing Director of the IMF Kristalina Georgieva, Magdalena Andersson presented the direction of the IMFC’s work under her leadership as Chair.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Digital press conference with Magdalena Andersson and Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the IMF
On Monday, January 18, Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson and Managing Director of the IMF Kristalina Georgieva will hold a joint digital press conference. The press conference will be held on Monday when Magdalena Andersson begins her tenure as chair of the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), the International Monetary Fund's primary advisory body.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Magdalena Andersson appointed to senior position in IMF
Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson was today unanimously selected as Chair of the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), the highest advisory body in the International Monetary Fund (IMF). She will combine the position, which she will take up on 18 January 2021, with her post as Minister for Finance.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Stronger recovery in Swedish economy than expected
The Swedish economy is showing a stronger recovery than expected during the autumn. The labour market situation has also developed more positively compared with previous assessments. The employment rate is expected to be somewhat higher this year and next year compared with the assessment in the Budget Bill for 2021, while unemployment is expected to be lower. However, in the future, activity is expected to be hampered as a consequence of an increased spread of the COVID-19 virus and restrictions. This is clear from the Ministry of Finance’s most recent economic forecast, presented today by Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Additional crisis measures for businesses
Several measures taken to support Swedish jobs and businesses through the crisis will be extended. These include short-term lay-offs, deferral of tax payments, reorientation support and turnover-based support to sole traders. The proposals are based on an agreement between the government parties, the Centre Party and the Liberal Party.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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The Budget for 2021 in five minutes
On 21 September 2020, the Government presented its budget proposal for 2021 to the Riksdag.
· Article from Ministry of Finance
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Budget Bill for 2021: Working Sweden out of the crisis – together
Together we will work Sweden out of the crisis and build a more sustainable society. The Government is presenting the Budget Bill for 2021 to the Riksdag today. The Government proposes a powerful, green restart package for the Swedish economy, but also long-term reforms that will help solve societal problems. The proposals are based on an agreement between the government parties, the Centre Party and the Liberal Party.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Green recovery will lift Sweden out of dual crisis
Global warming continues regardless of the COVID-19 pandemic. Climate change will remain the defining issue of our generation. The Government is therefore proposing investments of SEK 9.7 billion in green recovery initiatives in the Budget Bill for 2021. The Government’s proposals are based on an agreement between the government parties, the Centre Party and the Liberal Party.
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Restart package for the Swedish economy – more than SEK 100 billion in the budget for 2021
Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson today presents the Ministry of Finance’s latest economic forecast and the focus of the autumn Budget Bill.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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Some signs of recovery in the economy – but situation still very serious
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a serious impact on economic growth, both in Sweden and the rest of the world. GDP growth has been revised downwards compared with the assessment made in the Spring Fiscal Policy Bill. However, recently there have been some signs of recovery, albeit from a very low level and with great uncertainty. This is clear from the Ministry of Finance’s most recent economic forecast, presented today by Minister for Finance Magdalena Andersson.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance
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New measures to strengthen care of the elderly and health care during the COVID-19 crisis
As a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government, the Centre Party and the Liberal Party are today presenting new measures. A boost for care of the elderly is being implemented that means that employees in care of the elderly will be offered paid education and training during working hours. This will lead to more permanent positions.
· Press release from Ministry of Finance