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Swedish Armed Forces told to speed up weapons development as Ukraine war drives innovation push
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Swedish Armed Forces told to speed up weapons development as Ukraine war drives innovation push

The Swedish Armed Forces have been tasked by the government with shortening the time from idea to finished weapons system.
Dousa: No sensitive information leaked after Sweden’s NATO summit notebook was left in Ankara
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Dousa: No sensitive information leaked after Sweden’s NATO summit notebook was left in Ankara

The notebook that Sweden's national security adviser left in Ankara did not contain any sensitive information, according to Minister for International Development Cooperation Benjamin Dousa (M).
Sweden’s national security adviser left notebook at NATO summit in Ankara, government says
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Sweden’s national security adviser left notebook at NATO summit in Ankara, government says

The government’s national security adviser, Niclas Kvarnström, forgot a notebook during last week’s NATO summit in Turkey, reports Dagens Nyheter. “My first thought was ‘oh no, not again,’” says security expert Jörgen Holmlund
Psychological violence now punishable under new law
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Psychological violence now punishable under new law

Since July 1, anyone who commits repeated violations in the form of unlawful threats, coercion or surveillance can receive a prison sentence. The police expect that the new law on psychological violence will lead to more people reporting these incidents
Hungary’s New Government Faces Race to Clean Up Orbán’s Legacy, Unlock EU Funds
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Hungary’s New Government Faces Race to Clean Up Orbán’s Legacy, Unlock EU Funds

Hungary must reckon with 16 years of abuse of power and corruption - over the course of a summer. It needs to happen quickly, but above all it needs to be done right, leading civil society voices stress
Norwegian ambassador says Swedish envy is natural amid Norway’s football rise
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Norwegian ambassador says Swedish envy is natural amid Norway’s football rise

The football rivalry and the Norwegians' progress in the World Cup have provoked a wave of bitterness among many Swedes. How is the Swedish-Norwegian relationship after Norway's rise? There may be a little envy, but many are also happy for Norway and there is a lot of magnanimity, says Niels Engelschiøn, Norway's ambassador to Sweden
Hungary’s new government faces race against time to clean up Orbán’s system
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Hungary’s new government faces race against time to clean up Orbán’s system

Hungary must come to terms with 16 years of abuse of power and corruption - over the course of a summer. It needs to happen quickly, but above all, it needs to be done right, emphasize leading voices in civil society
Sweden extends criticized Somalia support to boost deportations, minister says
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Sweden extends criticized Somalia support to boost deportations, minister says

The government is extending the criticized support to increase returns to Somalia. We have seen a fivefold increase in the number of convicted criminals that we have managed to deport, says Migration Minister Johan Forssell (M)
Swedish grocery store to remain cashless despite new cash law
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Swedish grocery store to remain cashless despite new cash law

Starting July 1 next year, grocery stores and pharmacies, with some exceptions, must accept banknotes and coins. However, there are exceptions, and not all grocery stores will accept cash
Foreign contributions to Swedish religious communities should be able to be stopped, investigators propose
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Foreign contributions to Swedish religious communities should be able to be stopped, investigators propose

Religious communities in Sweden receive billions in funding from foreign financiers. Now it is proposed that an authority should be able to stop such funding - if the money goes to radicalization and extremism
First-graders may receive cutting-edge music education
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First-graders may receive cutting-edge music education

A pilot project in cutting-edge music education may be allowed to begin in grade 1, according to a new investigation.
KD wants faster strategic decisions in Sweden
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KD wants faster strategic decisions in Sweden

KD wants strategic decisions in Sweden to be made faster and for the government to be allowed to take over decision-making from authorities in certain situations.
Andersson: A corrupt Kristersson culture is spreading
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Andersson: A corrupt Kristersson culture is spreading

Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson criticizes Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) after the twists and turns surrounding his wife's foundation.
Quick moves for new Hungary seen as promising
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Quick moves for new Hungary seen as promising

A new Hungary must win back the trust of the EU and Sweden - but it needs to happen quickly. In that situation, the country remains in a quandary over billions of dollars that Sweden stands to receive
New law on Sami influence has had little effect so far
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New law on Sami influence has had little effect so far

The new law intended to strengthen the Sami people's right to influence various social issues has had only a marginal effect so far. According to a new report, the Sami are often involved late in the process - if they are even asked
Tidö parties: Expelled teenagers get a new chance
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Tidö parties: Expelled teenagers get a new chance

The Tidö parties have agreed on a "valve" to stop further so-called teenage deportations. The bills also apply to those who have already received deportation orders and who have left Sweden since last year
Ed demanded a chicken farm in Harpsund - now the invoice has been paid
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Ed demanded a chicken farm in Harpsund - now the invoice has been paid

A chicken farm was built in Harpsund at the request of the prime minister's wife, Birgitta Ed. High-ranking officials were involved in the project, and the bill was partly paid by taxpayers, Expressen writes
Government replaces AP fund chairmen after Northvolt bankruptcy
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Government replaces AP fund chairmen after Northvolt bankruptcy

Sharp criticism has been directed at the AP funds' investments in the battery company Northvolt. Now three of the funds will have new chairmen
New SE-Alert system will warn mobile phones in case of danger
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New SE-Alert system will warn mobile phones in case of danger

Sweden will soon get a new warning system - SE-Alert. A VMA can be sent to all mobile phones in the affected area within a few seconds in the event of an acute danger
SD wants the government to cut the gasoline tax further
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SD wants the government to cut the gasoline tax further

The Sweden Democrats want the government to lower gasoline and diesel taxes by a few kronor for five months if the EU gives the final go-ahead. But the prime minister has so far been tight-lipped on the issue
After the shortage, can Sweden manufacture estrogen drugs?
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After the shortage, can Sweden manufacture estrogen drugs?

Sweden may manufacture its own estrogen medications to remedy the prolonged shortage plaguing women with menopausal symptoms.
Kristersson: Government Offices were late with Landerholm documents
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Kristersson: Government Offices were late with Landerholm documents

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) said the Government Offices should have released documents in the Landerholm affair more quickly. "We take this issue very seriously," he said at a KU hearing
Foreign Ministry employee charged - brought secret papers home
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Foreign Ministry employee charged - brought secret papers home

When Säpo raided the Foreign Ministry employee's home and holiday home, secret papers were found in both. The man is now being charged with grossly unauthorized use of classified information
Kristersson to participate in digital summit on the Strait of Hormuz
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Kristersson to participate in digital summit on the Strait of Hormuz

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M) plans to participate in a digital summit on ensuring freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz when the war is over, according to his staff.
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