Karin Keller-Sutter

ModernPoliticianSwitzerland1963 — ?

Swiss finance minister under rotating presidency.

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Quick Facts

Born

1963

Country

Switzerland

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)63

Influence (20%)48

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score49.8

Karin Keller-Sutter — Complete Timeline

2018 AD

Election to Federal CouncilPolitical Action◆ Major

Keller-Sutter was elected to the Swiss Federal Council on December 5, 2018, representing the FDP.The Liberals. She initially led the Federal Department of Justice and Police before moving to the Federal Department of Finance in 2023.

Federal CouncilElectionFDP

Impact: nationalconstructive

2023 AD

Presidency of the Swiss ConfederationPolitical Action◆ Major

Karin Keller-Sutter served as President of the Swiss Confederation in 2023, chairing the Federal Council and representing Switzerland. Her presidency focused on financial stability, given her role as finance minister, and managing the aftermath of the Credit Suisse crisis.

Swiss PresidencyRotating PresidencyFinance

Impact: national

Credit Suisse crisis managementPolitical Action◆ Major

As finance minister, Keller-Sutter oversaw the Swiss government's response to the Credit Suisse banking crisis in March 2023, including the emergency merger with UBS. She managed the provision of liquidity guarantees and regulatory changes to stabilize the financial system.

Credit SuisseBanking CrisisUBS Merger

Impact: global