- published: 26 Feb 2014
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The Nordic model or The Swedish model, refers to the economic and social models of the Nordic countries (Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Finland). This particular adaptation of the mixed market economy is characterised by "universalist" welfare states (relative to other developed countries), which are aimed specifically at enhancing individual autonomy, ensuring the universal provision of basic human rights and stabilising the economy. It is distinguished from other welfare states with similar goals by its emphasis on maximising labour force participation, promoting gender equality, egalitarian and extensive benefit levels, large magnitude of redistribution, and liberal use of expansionary fiscal policy. The Nordic Model however is not a single model with specific components or rules; each of the Nordic countries has its own economic and social models, sometimes with large differences from its neighbours.
Economic publications, such as "The Nordic Model - Embracing globalization and sharing risks", characterize the system as follows:
The secrets of the Nordic Model
The Nordic welfare model in infographics
[Q&A;] Does the Nordic Model still work?
Special report: The Nordic countries
The Nordic Model
The Nordic Model
The Nordic Model of Social Democracy: A Conversation with Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven
The Nordic Model Will It Survive
What is the secret of Scandinavian success?
The Nordic model and the history of ideas
[Panel Discussion] Does the Nordic Model still work?
The Nordic perspective
A Nordic Model of Service Design By Lavrans Løvlie from Livework
Nordic Model