Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs

Government accounts 2021: Strong economic rebound confirms successful application of fiscal policy during the pandemic

May 31, 2022

The results of the Government accounts for 2021 have now been published and the accounts sent to...

Government unveils first fiscal plan: Progress and strong value creation in a progressive society

March 29, 2022

Icelandic households and businesses are in a strong position, and the public debt outlook has...

GOVERNMENT NEWS

Fitch Revises Iceland's Outlook to Stable; Affirms at ‘A’Mar 18, 2022
Fiscal budget proposal for 2022 Nov 30, 2021
Fiscal policy statement 2022-2026Nov 30, 2021

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The principal functions of the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs focus on ensuring stability and growth in Iceland. The Ministry is ultimately responsible for the state's financial and economic affairs, for which it formulates policy and prepares plans and budgets. In addition, the Ministry works on various projects aimed at improving central government operations, as well as managing the state's assets and human resources.

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Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs

Bjarni Benediktsson

Bjarni Benediktsson took office as Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs on November 30 2017. Has has been a member of the Icelandic parliament Althingi for Southwest Iceland since 2003, Bjarni Benediktsson has been leader of the Independence party since 2009.
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