EQ1 Government policies affecting migration Sweden Flashcards
What percentage of the population identifies as ethnic Swedes?
Approximately 80.3%.
Which countries have many migrants in Sweden?
Syria, Finland, Iraq, and Iran
What has been Sweden’s previous stance on asylum seekers?
One of the most generous countries towards asylum seekers.
What do Sweden’s integration policies focus on?
Social welfare and language training
What recent change has occurred in Sweden’s immigration policy?
A turn on immigration due to an increase in gang violence.
Which political groups have influenced Sweden’s recent immigration policies?
Centre-right and right wing government
What are some measures taken by the Swedish government regarding immigration?
- Reducing quotas of refugees taken in
- Stricter citizen requirements
- Increased salary thresholds for visas
- Considering voluntary repatriation
These measures aim to manage immigration more strictly.
What are the new citizen requirements in Sweden?
Societal knowledge tests and not reliant on benefits.
What is the proposed financial incentive for voluntary repatriation (giving adults money to go back to their origin country)?
$34,000 per adult
