Dep PM:Spain living in ''one of the worst moments'' for the economy

The video discusses the current economic challenges in Spain, highlighting the tough times the economy is facing as revealed by recent data. It emphasizes the need for reforms and measures to meet commitments and lay the foundation for future growth and job creation. The video also covers employment trends, noting a shift from job destruction to job creation over a few years. Additionally, it discusses policy recommendations from the IMF and EU, focusing on reducing labor taxes and increasing consumption taxes, linking these to labor market reforms.

What recent data highlights the economic challenges faced by Spain?

• Unemployment rate

• Gross domestic product

• Consumer price index

• Survey of active population

What is the expected change in employment rate from 2012 to the following years?

• From a 1% increase to a 4% decrease

• From a 4% decrease to a 1% increase

• From a 1% decrease to a 4% increase

• From a 4% increase to a 1% decrease

What is the purpose of establishing mandatory arbitration in companies?

• To resolve company conflicts

• To increase employment rates

• To increase consumption taxes

• To reduce labor taxes

What is one of the key recommendations from the IMF and the European Union for Spain?

• Increase import tariffs

• Increase labor taxes

• Reduce consumption taxes

• Reduce labor taxes

How does the labor market reform relate to taxation changes?

• It suggests increasing both labor and consumption taxes

• It suggests increasing labor taxes and reducing consumption taxes

• It suggests reducing both labor and consumption taxes

• It suggests reducing labor taxes and increasing consumption taxes