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Hard to export Nordic trust

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Hard to export Nordic trust

Aug 31, 2010 The Nordic model is usually described as a social system with strong unions and employers' organisations, an active state and a generous welfare system. But one cultural trait makes the model hard to export. People in the Nordic region tend to invest a whole lot of trust in each other.

Swedish Metall on trusting the adversary

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Swedish Metall on trusting the adversary

Aug 31, 2010 "What you absolutely must not do during wage negotiations is to lie. You don't have to put all your cards on the table, but if you lie you loose all trust."

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Dictates from politicians trigger crisis of trust

Aug 31, 2010 More and more important decisions are being made by politicians away from the parties to the labour market. Now experts fear a crisis of trust which will undermine the basis of the Danish model, which is based on negotiated agreements between state, employers and employees.

Sweden's Södertälje: a public-private solution to immigrant challenges

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Sweden's Södertälje: a public-private solution to immigrant challenges

Aug 31, 2010 Södertälje in Sweden has more than 40 percent immigrants of foreign heritage. For some years the municipality received more refugees from war-ravaged Iraq than the USA and Canada combined, so it's had its share of challenges when it comes to jobs, accommodation and traditional solutions. The result: extensive co-operation between municipality and businesses, with input from trade unions.

When Iceland's trust vanished, comedian Jón Gnarr became mayor

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When Iceland's trust vanished, comedian Jón Gnarr became mayor

Aug 31, 2010 Reykjavik citizens demonstrated their level of distrust in traditional politics and politicians by voting in comedian Jón Gnarr as their new mayor in last spring's local elections. Mr Gnarr's party, The Best Party, entered a coalition with the social democratic party Alliansen (Samfylkingin).

Trust in short supply in Finland

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Trust in short supply in Finland

Aug 31, 2010 The welfare state is based on a system of trust where citizens take a lot of things more or less for granted. But there are fundamental changes going on. Researchers in Finland, for instance, say the country is rejecting the idea of integrating immigrants.

Swedish leadership traditions through Chinese eyes

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Swedish leadership traditions through Chinese eyes

Aug 31, 2010 Swedish leadership traditions are based on a great deal of trust in employees. Management presume people can work independently without the need for close supervision. But how do Swedish companies function abroad? How do you reconcile the Swedish Dala horse with the Chinese dragon?

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Theme: Can the Nordic region stay top of the trust league?

Aug 31, 2010 Nordic countries are at the top when it comes to trust between people. Co-operation between the social partners is a cornerstone for the Nordic Model. But what happens if the trust is challenged?

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New convention improves marine working environments

May 05, 2010 Shipping is the most global of all businesses. One reason for introducing a new Marine Labour Convention is to create a more even playing field for the shipping companies. Shipowners should no longer be able to save money by cutting wages or neglecting the working environment.

The Nordic region’s remote areas need a dynamic employment policy

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The Nordic region’s remote areas need a dynamic employment policy

Sep 29, 2015 “Whether unemployment is high or low, it is crucial to have a concrete and dynamic employment policy which can withstand the changing economy. Employment is key for a society’s long term survival, especially in small societies.”

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