Centerpartiet Refuses to Collaborate with Moderaterna Amid Tensions with Sweden Democrats

In a recent political exchange on September 17, 2025, Centerpartiet leader Anna-Karin Hatt firmly rejected collaboration with Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and his Moderate Party when it involves the Sweden Democrats (SD). Responding to Kristersson's invitation to join a 'growth pact' aimed at improving Sweden's economy, Hatt articulated her party's position that they will not act as a "fifth Tidöparti"—a term referencing the current government coalition with SD.

Hatt's remarks followed Kristersson's speech promoting economic growth in Sweden, which many viewed as an attempt to garner support by creating rifts among leftist parties. Hatt expressed concerns that any collaboration tied to SD undermines the core values Centerpartiet stands for. "The idea that Centerpartiet would participate in saving the Tidö government and the Moderates' cooperation with SD is completely out of the question," she asserted, reinforcing her party's commitment to progressive economic solutions that do not align with SD.

She emphasized the need for reforms to boost Sweden's economy, rejecting the notion that partnership with the Moderates requires accepting SD's influence. Hatt's response highlighted ongoing political tensions and the challenges faced by the current government, which she criticized for resulting in stagnation characterized by low growth and high unemployment rates in the EU. Hatt called for a more open approach to political collaboration, indicating that she would welcome cooperation with Moderaterna if they were to sever ties with SD.