Background & Purpose

A downturn in the economic cycle and reduced activity are expected to weaken public finances during 2024.

Proposals & Debate

The government proposed focusing the economic policy on fighting inflation, supporting vulnerable households, and introducing structural reforms for competitiveness. The opposition voted against the proposal.

The Decision

Parliament voted in favor of the government's economic policy guidelines, supporting a neutral fiscal policy.

Does this affect you?

  • Vulnerable households: Receive targeted support during the economic downturn and high inflation.
  • Public sector workers: Affected by temporary weakening of public finances during 2024.

In Practice

  • Economic policy focuses on fighting inflation and supporting vulnerable households.
  • Public sector finances are expected to weaken in 2024 before strengthening gradually in 2025 and 2026.
  • Structural reforms will target crime, education, healthcare, defense, and energy supply.