Sweden’s 2027 transitional budget maintains current spending with increased defense funds and minor celebrations, while municipalities like Filipstad face significant budget deficits.
Multiple high-level resignations at Svenska kraftnät have been triggered by criticism of CEO Maja Lundbäck's leadership, prompting political scrutiny and internal investigations.
Tensions grow between Sweden's Center Party and Liberals as they clash over potential collaborations with the Left Party and Sweden Democrats ahead of 2026 elections.
Swedish local politicians debate emergency funding for Musikteaterskolan and nuclear power plans amid political disputes.
Tensions within Sweden's Tidö coalition rise as leaders Kristersson, Busch, and Åkesson vie for influence ahead of the 2026 elections, spotlighting campaign strategies and leadership disputes.
Christian Democrats lead with family-focused reforms and reject close Social Democrat ties amid criticism from Sweden Democrats over coalition unity in the 2026 election.
Moderaterna commits to eliminating preschool and after-school care fees in its 2026 election campaign, sparking debate over costs and priorities.
Swedish youth highlight the adverse effects of early school start times, urging political parties to address the issue supported by scientific evidence but currently overlooked.
Sjöbo's plan to leave a regional rescue partnership has driven political opposition, while funding cuts threaten Finnish-Swedish civil society groups.
Sweden's major infrastructure projects suffer delays and cost increases as political changes interrupt long-term planning and project continuity.
Amid the migrant crisis in Spain's Ceuta, Sweden debates increasing border controls at Öresundsbron, with government support countered by opposition citing economic and regional impacts.
Swedish government rejects accepting migrants from Ceuta amid a massive influx, urging stronger EU border control and facing domestic political criticism.
Sweden may assume a more prominent defense role in NATO as the US plans to reduce military assets in Europe, amid concerns over Northern Europe's security.
Sweden and Finland have launched and expanded NATO's Forward Land Forces on the northern flank, enhancing regional defense against potential threats with multinational cooperation and increased troop commitments.
Sweden tackles extremism with political removals of terror-supporting candidates and police action against a violent Nazi cult member.
A Sweden Democrats politician resigns after child pornography allegations, highlighting ongoing challenges and scrutiny within the party.
Sweden announces a six-month nationwide halving of monthly public transport fares to ease the economic impact of rising fuel prices caused by the Iran conflict.
Sweden pauses the multi-billion SEK Konti-Skan Connect electricity cable to Denmark amid disputes with the EU over control and use of substantial bottleneck revenues from electricity transmission fees.
Vänsterpartiet demands ministerial positions in any future coalition, signaling a strategic hardline ahead of Sweden's 2026 elections, while navigating internal dissent and opposition skepticism.
Sweden joins European efforts to prepare a 'European NATO' as a contingency to reduce reliance on US support amid doubts over America's commitment to NATO.
Kristdemokraterna is experiencing internal strife and leadership challenges as key figures defect over a contentious coalition with left-wing parties, putting the party's future in the upcoming elections at risk.
Birgitta Ohlsson's switch from Liberal to Centerpartiet is celebrated as a major gain for Sweden's liberal political center, boosting the party's strength and social liberal identity.