Sweden pledges 522 million kronor in civilian aid to Ukraine ahead of winter 2026
Sweden is providing 522 million kronor (about $50 million) in an additional civilian support package to Ukraine ahead of winter.
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Syrian Foreign Ministry delegation visits Sweden for talks on deportations of criminals
A delegation from the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs visited Sweden’s Ministry of Justice this week, Expressen reports.
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New Riksdag has 97 newcomers, with the Left Party fielding the most new MPs
Just over a quarter of the members will be new when the newly elected Riksdag convenes on Monday. The Left Party (V) has the largest share of newcomers.
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Kristersson: I’m not urging anyone to vote for us
The Liberals' rebound in voter opinion risks coming at the expense of the Moderates. I am not urging anyone to vote for us, says Moderate leader Ulf Kristersson to TT.
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Social Democrats file complaint against Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to KU
The Social Democrats are filing a complaint against Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (M).
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Sweden sends 5 million kronor in aid to Colombia after earthquake
Sweden is providing Colombia with five million kronor in humanitarian aid after the earthquake on August 10.
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Trump rolls out new tariffs on EU imports as old duties expire
The US is introducing new tariffs against a wide range of countries starting Friday - as the old tariffs expire. “This does not seem to involve any drama for Swedish companies,” says Minister of Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (M) in a written comment.
Business
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
Sweden adds SEK 1.4 billion to World Bank loan scheme for Ukraine
The government is contributing an additional SEK 1.4 billion to the World Bank. This will enable the bank to lend SEK 4.2 billion to Ukraine, according to Minister for Development Cooperation Benjamin Dousa (M).
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Proposal would make it easier to seize tenant-owned apartments after crime
It will be easier for a housing association to take - seize - a tenant-owned property from the owner if he or she has committed a crime or creates insecurity.
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Sweden sends additional 45 million kronor in aid to Ebola-hit Congo-Kinshasa
The government is sending an additional 45 million kronor in aid to Ebola-affected Congo-Kinshasa, Benjamin Dousa (M) announces.
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Government gives SEK 120 million in new support for child vaccinations
The government is providing SEK 120 million to the global vaccine alliance Gavi. The money will help vaccinate children under five against whooping cough, tetanus and diphtheria.
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Sweden gives 25 million kronor in aid to earthquake-hit Venezuela
Sweden is providing 25 million kronor in humanitarian aid to earthquake-hit Venezuela, according to a press release.
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130 million kronor for global health
The government points to a deteriorating global health situation and is allocating 130 million kronor to fight AIDS and tuberculosis and to support maternity care.
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New support of nearly 1.5 billion kronor for Ukraine's energy supply
The government has approved new support for Ukraine of nearly 1.5 billion kronor. The support is intended to strengthen and protect the country's energy supply. The funds are intended to last until the autumn, when the situation is expected to be more critical, Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (M) told TT.
Business
OpenAI to open first Nordic office in Stockholm in the second half of 2026
The American company behind the AI service ChatGPT, OpenAI, will open its first Nordic office in Stockholm in the second half of 2026.
Business
Sweden supports WHO in the fight against the Ebola outbreak
Through Sida, Sweden is contributing SEK 120 million to the World Health Organization (WHO) in efforts to combat the Ebola outbreak.
Sweden
After Trump's new tariff threat, Sweden's trade minister says no drama for Sweden and Europe
Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M) downplays the Trump administration's new tariff game. "My impression is that there doesn't seem to be any drama for Sweden and Europe," he tells TT.
Business
M wants to simplify conversion of municipal rental properties to tenant-owned apartments
The Moderates want more people to be able to own their own apartments. At Järva Week, a proposal called "the right to buy" is being presented.
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EU may take a tougher stance against China over unsustainable trade and investment relationship
Tariffs, quotas and investment scrutiny are pitted against increased state support at home as the EU looks for ways to meet competition from China. Germany's stance will determine whether the headache is treated with painkillers or with radiation.
World
Sweden sends 235 million kronor in humanitarian aid to Gaza
Sweden is sending 235 million kronor in humanitarian aid to Gaza, the government announced. "It is a very urgent situation," Minister of Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (M) told TT.
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Philippines and Malaysia - the next EU trade destinations
Sweden is pushing for even more trade agreements in the EU - most notably with the Philippines and Malaysia.
Business
Anger over Itamar Ben-Gvir's treatment of detained Gaza activists could lead to new EU sanctions
Anger over the way Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir treated detained Gaza activists could unite the EU behind new sanctions.
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