Swedish Government Faces Swelling Approval Crisis Ahead of 2025 Elections

As Sweden approaches the 2025 elections, the current government coalition, Tidöpartierna, is grappling with perilously low approval ratings ahead of the pivotal year. A recent poll conducted by Indikator for Ekot has revealed that the Tidöpartierna coalition, which comprises the Moderate Party, the Christian Democrats, and the Liberals, commands only 44.3% of voter support, while opposition parties lead significantly at 54.5%.

The Liberal Party is experiencing particularly dire circumstances, with support plummeting to a historic low of just 2.1%, marking the lowest rating ever recorded for a parliamentary party in Indikator’s history. Per Oleskog Tryggvason, the head of opinion research, remarked that despite the recent appointment of Simona Mohamsson, her efforts have yet to bear fruit in reversing the party's declining fortunes. The Christian Democrats are also facing difficulties, hovering below the parliamentary threshold.

In contrast, the right-wing party Sverigedemokraterna has gained ground, emerging as the largest faction within Tidöpartierna with 21% support. The Moderates, led by Ulf Kristersson, trail behind with an 18% approval rate, presenting substantial challenges for the coalition as it strategizes for the upcoming elections. This situation indicates a precarious political landscape as the coalition looks to regain voter confidence before the elections.