Sweden Invests 30 Million Kronor to Boost EU Public Administration Education

On September 16, 2025, the Swedish government announced a substantial investment of 30 million kronor aimed at enhancing education in public administration and increasing Swedish representation within European Union (EU) institutions. Currently, a mere 1.5% of the staff in the EU Commission are Swedish, indicating significant underrepresentation that the government seeks to address with this initiative.

EU Minister Jessica Rosencrantz highlighted the importance of this investment, warning of the potential loss of Swedish values and perspectives within EU discussions. To facilitate this, the government is initiating several measures, including increased scholarship opportunities for studies at the prestigious College of Europe in Bruges, which is instrumental for aspiring EU officials.

Moreover, a new master's program focused on EU public administration is slated to launch in 2026, a key component in Sweden's strategy to improve its influence in EU affairs. Higher Education Minister Lotta Edholm stated that such programs are essential for fostering future leaders capable of contributing substantively within EU frameworks.

In conjunction with this educational push, the government has appointed Niclas Kvarnström, a high-ranking diplomat seasoned in EU matters, to the role of national security advisor. This appointment is perceived as a strategic move to align Sweden’s national interests with its EU commitments and enhance its international standing.