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Truth commission demands compensation for Sweden's Sami people
A Swedish truth commission has called for compensation for the Sami people, addressing historical injustices against the indigenous minority. The recommendation follows an examination of past state policies, including forced relocations and restrictions on reindeer herding. The findings are expected to fuel debate in Sweden over official responsibility and redress for the Sami community.
Why now: The commission's recommendation for state compensation marks a significant development in Sweden's reckoning with its treatment of its indigenous people.
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