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Shortcomings in the evaluating and reporting development aid
The monitoring of Swedish development aid provides a great deal of information regarding output and outcomes of contributions, but needs a stronger emphasis on assessing long term impact. In addition, there are shortcomings in the Government’s reporting of the results of development aid to the Riksdag.
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Flawed protection of individuals under threat
State efforts to protect individuals under threat are flawed in several different respects. It is recommended that the Government and relevant agencies take measures to improve protection.
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Major shortcomings in long-term infrastructure planning
The Government has compromised long-term infrastructure planning through its management of the Swedish Transport Administration. The Swedish Transport Administration’s weak cost control has exacerbated the situation. This has led to decreased mobility and more road deaths than would otherwise have been possible.
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Weak governance and unclear effects of Business Sweden’s activities
There are several shortcomings in how the Government manages the partly state-owned Business Sweden. It is recommended that the Government consider whether the current unique hybrid form of the operations is best suited to achieving central government goals.