Karin Keller-Sutter

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/karin-keller-sutter

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1. When was Karin Keller-Sutter born?December 22, 1963
2. What is the political affiliation?The Liberals (FDP.The Liberals)
3. What is the current federal council role?Head of the Federal Department of Finance (since 2019)
4. Who is Karin Keller-Sutter?She is a Swiss politician who has led the country's finance department and will be president in 2025.
5. What job does she have in the Swiss government?She is a member of the Federal Council and runs the Federal Department of Finance, where she makes important money and tax decisions.

Federal Council of Switzerland: The seven-member executive branch of the Swiss government, collectively serving as head of state and government.
Federal Department of Finance: The Swiss government ministry responsible for national economic and fiscal policy, taxation, and financial regulation.
Council of States: The upper chamber of the Swiss Parliament, representing the 26 cantons of Switzerland and ensuring their interests are heard.
President of the Swiss Confederation: A rotating one-year position held by a member of the Federal Council, serving as the primary representative of the government and nation.