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Swedish Debate Intensifies Over Unrwa Funding Decision

The S leader Magdalena Andersson says that the withdrawn support to Unrwa places Sweden "in the same gang" as Trump and Orbán. But Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson (The Moderate Party) brushes off the criticism and the government accuses S of lying.

Swedish Debate Intensifies Over Unrwa Funding Decision

Sweden Seeks More US Tariff Exemptions Amid Trade Conflict

The Government wants to remove 13 products from the EU's long list of products from the USA that may be affected by tariffs if the trade conflict with the Trump administration cannot be resolved. We do not want to shoot ourselves in the foot, says Minister for Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) about why he wants exceptions.

Sweden Seeks More US Tariff Exemptions Amid Trade Conflict

Unrwa Chief Criticizes Sweden's Decision to Halt Support

Sweden's decision to stop support for Unrwa is based on empty excuses, according to the UN agency's chief Philippe Lazzarini. The decision came as a big surprise and has had a very negative effect, he says to Dagens Nyheter.

Unrwa Chief Criticizes Sweden's Decision to Halt Support

Dousa Criticizes Green Party Amid Calls for Resignation Over Unrwa Handling

Minister for Development Cooperation Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) hits back at the Green party's demands for him to resign due to the government's handling of the UN agency Unrwa. ”I work day and night to ensure that more families in Gaza can benefit from Swedish support”, says Dousa in a written comment.

Dousa Criticizes Green Party Amid Calls for Resignation Over Unrwa Handling

Green Party Calls for Aid Minister Dousa's Resignation Over UNRWA Handling

The Green party demands that aid minister Benjamin Dousa (M) resigns. This due to the government's handling of the UN agency Unrwa.

Green Party Calls for Aid Minister Dousa's Resignation Over UNRWA Handling

Stockholm Fashion Week Returns with New Focus and Government Funding

Stockholm Fashion Week is back, with a new focus and new financing. This year's edition begins on June 2 – this time with government funding.

Stockholm Fashion Week Returns with New Focus and Government Funding

Dousa Warns of Risks from Increased US Steel Tariffs

After President Donald Trump's statement on increased steel tariffs, Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) points out that the US's "unpredictability and impulsiveness continues". Concern is also being voiced from Canada.

Dousa Warns of Risks from Increased US Steel Tariffs

Sweden Maintains No Support for UNRWA in Gaza Despite Aid Calls

Sweden's government has no plans to resume support to the UN agency Unrwa's operations in Gaza, despite a call from five major aid organizations. If we assess that Unrwa is an organization that can also channel Swedish support in an effective way, we can consider a reprioritization, says Minister for Development Cooperation Benjamin Dousa to TT.

Sweden Maintains No Support for UNRWA in Gaza Despite Aid Calls

Dousa Skeptical of Lasting End to US-EU Trade Tariff Dispute

Benjamin Dousa (M), Minister for Foreign Trade, welcomes the federal court's decision to stop the comprehensive tariffs that US President Donald Trump has introduced or threatened with. But there is some hesitation.

Dousa Skeptical of Lasting End to US-EU Trade Tariff Dispute

Sweden Urged to Resume UNRWA Support for Gaza Aid

The UN agency Unrwa is crucial for emergency aid to Gaza and Sweden must swiftly resume assistance to the organization, urge five major aid organizations. .

Sweden Urged to Resume UNRWA Support for Gaza Aid

New Prize Announced to Honor Civilian Efforts for Ukraine

The Government is introducing a price to acknowledge organizations, individuals, and groups of people who have carried out civilian efforts for Ukraine. .

New Prize Announced to Honor Civilian Efforts for Ukraine

Minister Dousa Criticizes Israeli Statements on Gaza Evictions

Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (M) is sharpening his tone towards the Israeli government. He condemns statements about evicting residents in Gaza from the area and demands that at least 800 humanitarian aid trucks be let into Gaza every day.

Minister Dousa Criticizes Israeli Statements on Gaza Evictions

Social Democrats Report Dousa to Constitutional Committee Over Gaza Aid

The Social Democratic Party is reporting the Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, Benjamin Dousa (M), to the Riksdag's Constitutional Committee (KU) due to the government's stopped aid to the UN agency Unrwa in Gaza, reports Dagens Nyheter. .

Social Democrats Report Dousa to Constitutional Committee Over Gaza Aid

Europe Ready to Counter Trump's Tariff Threats with Strong Economic Stance

Europe has strong economic muscles and will give the USA a resolute answer to Donald Trump's new tariff threats, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa. If we don't get that they are actually ready to sit down for serious negotiations, then Europe will not back down.

Europe Ready to Counter Trump's Tariff Threats with Strong Economic Stance

EU Allocates 5.5 Million Euros to Support Radio Free Europe

The EU is doing as Sweden and is supporting the threatened closure of Radio Free Europe. > We are preparing a contract of 5.

EU Allocates 5.5 Million Euros to Support Radio Free Europe

UN: 14,000 Gaza Infants Face Acute Malnutrition Crisis

Around 100 UN trucks with emergency aid have been permitted to roll into Gaza on Tuesday. The UN estimates that 14,000 infants are suffering from acute malnutrition.

UN: 14,000 Gaza Infants Face Acute Malnutrition Crisis

Supermarkets to Boost Availability of Ukrainian Products

The food industry is to make it easier for people to choose Ukrainian in the supermarket. More goods are to be imported from the war-torn country.

Supermarkets to Boost Availability of Ukrainian Products

EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

War-torn Ukraine risks getting hit by a customs blow from the EU in a few weeks. The trade agreement signed with the country after the Russian attack in 2022 expires on June 5 – and Poland is slowing down the introduction of a new agreement.

EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement

Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

The USA has started signaling interest in a customs agreement with the EU. But according to Sweden's Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (M), the risk is great that they won't make it in time - when President Donald Trump's 90-day tariff pause expires.

Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister

Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

The Government will at a ministerial meeting in Brussels take the initiative to start negotiations on a trade agreement with Australia again. We want new trade routes for our companies, it is extra important now, says Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).

Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks

Saab Shares Bought by State Secretary Before Gripen Jet Deal with Hungary

State Secretary Diana Janse (The Moderate Party) bought shares in Saab the day before Sweden signed a billion-dollar agreement on new Jas fighter jets with Hungary, reports Aftonbladet. .

Saab Shares Bought by State Secretary Before Gripen Jet Deal with Hungary

Economist: US-China Tariffs Lower Than Expected During Pause

That the tariffs between the USA and China are being reduced as much during an announced tariff pause is a relief for the global financial markets, states Danske Bank's senior strategist Maria Landeborn. It is a pause with lower tariffs than what I believe anyone had dared to believe and hope for, she says.

Economist: US-China Tariffs Lower Than Expected During Pause

EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

As a response to the various tariffs imposed by the USA in the ongoing trade war, the EU has today presented a 218-page long list of goods that may be affected by countermeasures. The list is both a carrot and a stick, according to Foreign Trade Minister Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party).

EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs

Sweden Pledges 20 Million Kronor to Support Radio Free Europe

Sweden is supporting Radio Free Europe, threatened with closure, with 20 million kronor. We are showing the way and hope that more will follow, says Minister for Development Cooperation and Trade Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) to TT.

Sweden Pledges 20 Million Kronor to Support Radio Free Europe