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Dousa Skeptical of Lasting End to US-EU Trade Tariff Dispute
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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
Sweden Urged to Resume UNRWA Support for Gaza Aid
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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.
New Prize Announced to Honor Civilian Efforts for Ukraine
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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.
Minister Dousa Criticizes Israeli Statements on Gaza Evictions
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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
Social Democrats Report Dousa to Constitutional Committee Over Gaza Aid
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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.
Europe Ready to Counter Trump's Tariff Threats with Strong Economic Stance
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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
EU Allocates 5.5 Million Euros to Support Radio Free Europe
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EU Allocates 5.5 Million Euros to Support Radio Free Europe

UN: 14,000 Gaza Infants Face Acute Malnutrition Crisis
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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
Supermarkets to Boost Availability of Ukrainian Products
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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
EU Customs Dispute with Poland Delays Ukraine Trade Agreement
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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
Trump's Tariff Pause with EU Likely to Extend, Says Swedish Minister
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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
Sweden Seeks to Restart EU-Australia Trade Deal Talks
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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)
Saab Shares Bought by State Secretary Before Gripen Jet Deal with Hungary
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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.
Economist: US-China Tariffs Lower Than Expected During Pause
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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
EU's Trade Response: Carrot and Stick Approach to US Tariffs
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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)
Sweden Pledges 20 Million Kronor to Support Radio Free Europe
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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 Funds Ukrainian University Research for EU Membership Path
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Sweden Funds Ukrainian University Research for EU Membership Path

Minister Benjamin Dousa Shelters in Kyiv Bomb Shelter Amid Russian Attacks
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Minister Benjamin Dousa Shelters in Kyiv Bomb Shelter Amid Russian Attacks

Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa (The Moderate Party) was forced to seek shelter in Kyiv when Russia attacked the Ukrainian capital.
Sweden to Support Rebuilding of Historic Gammalsvenskby in Ukraine
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Sweden to Support Rebuilding of Historic Gammalsvenskby in Ukraine

Sweden has signed to support the rebuilding of Gammalsvenskby in Ukraine, which has been severely affected by Russia's ongoing war.
The Government Establishes a "Customs Hotline" for Companies
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The Government Establishes a "Customs Hotline" for Companies

The Government is to create a kind of customs hotline for companies that feel uncertainty about the USA's trade tariffs.
Sweden Warns of Economic Impact from Trump's Tariffs, Eyes Short-Term Work
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Sweden Warns of Economic Impact from Trump's Tariffs, Eyes Short-Term Work

The government warns of enormous consequences of Trump's tariffs and growth will have to be written down. This is harmful to the Swedish economy, says Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson (The Moderate Party)
Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Days to Boost Trade Talks with EU
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Trump Pauses Tariffs for 90 Days to Boost Trade Talks with EU

The USA is pausing tariffs for 90 days for countries that have not introduced retaliatory tariffs against the country, writes President Donald Trump on Truth Social. According to the White House, the pause is "universal" and thus also applies to the EU
Sweden Secures Tariff Exemption for Key Industrial Goods
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Sweden Secures Tariff Exemption for Key Industrial Goods

Kaolin, an important commodity in Swedish industry, is exempted from the EU tariffs that are to respond to the American duties on steel and aluminium from Europe, according to the government.
White House Dismisses Reports of Trump Tariff Pause as Fake News
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White House Dismisses Reports of Trump Tariff Pause as Fake News

The White House press secretary says that reports of President Donald Trump considering a tariff pause are "fake news", reports CNBC.
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