The recovery is relatively sluggish
Fiscal policy reacted robustly
Digital government use is limited
Employment and investment had been picking up
Infections and deaths are relatively low, but difficult to bring under control
While beds appeared ample, the health service struggled with infections
Vaccination started slowly in 2021, but has accelerated
Private consumption has been subdued and public spending has expanded
Employment dropped rapidly while unemployment rose more gradually
External demand and capital goods shipments bounced back