policy aims

[ˈpɒlɪsi eɪmz]
noun phrasepl: policy aims
objetivos de política
1. The goals or intended outcomes that a government, organization, or institution seeks to achieve through the implementation of specific policies
The new healthcare policy aims to reduce waiting times and improve patient care.
Os objetivos de política de saúde são reduzir os tempos de espera e melhorar o atendimento aos pacientes.
2. Strategic targets set by policymakers to address societal issues or problems
Environmental policy aims include reducing carbon emissions and protecting biodiversity.
Os objetivos de política ambiental incluem reduzir emissões de carbono e proteger a biodiversidade.
This term is commonly used in governmental, academic, and organizational contexts in both the USA and Brazil. In Brazil, it's frequently found in discussions about public policies (políticas públicas), while in the USA it's used across government, private sector, and think tank settings. The term reflects a forward-looking, strategic approach to governance and institutional management.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
policy objectivespolicy goalspolicy targetsintended outcomesstrategic objectives
Antonyms / Antônimos
policy failuresunintended consequences

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
objetivos de política
Most common translation in formal and academic contexts
São Paulo
metas de política pública
Common variant emphasizing public policy aspect
Rio de Janeiro
objetivos políticos
Slightly more informal variant used in government discourse
Portugal
objetivos das políticas
Standard European Portuguese variant with slightly different article usage

Related Words

policy implementationpolicy frameworkstrategic planninggovernment objectiveslegislative goals

Related Idioms & Phrases

to align with policy aims
policy aims fall short
achieve policy aims
set policy aims
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