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POLITICS14h agoSweden’s centre-left leader fails in second bid to form governmentSocial Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson says 'conditions not in place' to form government, prolonging deadlock.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICS18h agoSweden's centre-left leader Magdalena Andersson again fails to form governmentSweden's centre-left opposition bloc won 176 seats in parliament, versus 173 for outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's right-wing bloc, which includes the anti-immigration Sweden Democrats, in the 13 September election.EuroNews [en]
WORLD6d agoHoliday homes in Denmark and snus in Sweden: A guide to unusual exemptions from EU lawA Greek peninsula that bars women and a VAT-free Italian town also feature among the list of odd exemptionsIrish Times World
WORLDOct 6Armed Man shot outside Sweden's Royal Palace in StockholmSwedish police have shot and wounded an armed man outside the royal palace in central Stockholm. The man has been taken to a hospital.EuroNews [en]
WORLDOct 1Carl Philip of Sweden, the prince many compare to Henry Cavill: his attractive and elegant style conquers EuropeThe son of King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia was born heir to the Swedish throne, but a reform modified the succession. Design, motorsport, military training, and gala events are part of a public life that combines very different aspects.Clarín
POLITICSSep 30Sweden Democrat leader calls for vote on Andersson as PMThe leader of the Sweden Democrats has called for a vote on Andersson's position as Prime Minister. This indicates a political challenge to the current leadership in Sweden.thelocal.se · Sweden
POLITICSSep 28Sweden's Social Democrat leader Andersson says 'currently no possibility' to form governmentOutgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, who resigned in the wake of his right-wing bloc's election loss, is now expected to be asked to take on the task.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 28Sweden’s Andersson ends talks to form centre-left governmentParliament speaker expected to ask prime minister Ulf Kristersson to form an administrationIrish Times World
POLITICSSep 28Sweden’s Magdalena Andersson ends government-formation talks with no resultSweden’s election winner Magdalena Andersson said she is not currently able to form a government, underscoring the difficulty of building a coalition in the fragmented parliament after the election earlier this month. The Social Democrat leader returned her mandate to explore forming a government after the Left Party decided to support a centre-right candidate for parliament speaker in a vote later on Monday, she told reporters. The move does not necessarily mean Andersson will not be the next...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 28Sweden faces political deadlock after election-winning center-left bloc fails to form governmentSwedish Social Democratic Party leader Magdalena Andersson has abandoned efforts to form a four-party government. Deep divisions within the election-winning bloc have left Sweden in political deadlock.DW News [en]
WORLDSep 28 The same struggles as 100 years ago : exhibition highlights lives of Sami people in SwedenAn exhibition in Sweden is highlighting the historical and ongoing struggles of the Sami people, noting similarities to challenges faced a century ago. This event sheds light on indigenous issues and cultural heritage.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICSSep 27How Sweden set a standard for tax reform - The Globe and MailThe article examines how Sweden established a benchmark for tax reform. This provides insights into policy development and its potential implications for other nations.theglobeandmail.com · Canada
POLITICSSep 24From the obvious to the unthinkable : Nine options for Sweden governmentThe article discusses nine potential options for the Swedish government, ranging from expected to unexpected proposals. This indicates a period of political deliberation or policy review in Sweden.thelocal.se · Sweden
POLITICSSep 23In Sweden, the rise of a party to the right of the far right puts local democracy in Örebro under pressure'Europe's far right takes root' (3/6). In the municipal elections held on September 13, Örebropartiet, founded by a former activist from the Left Party, won 17.2% of the vote by capitalizing on social media and an ultraradical, nationalist message.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 23‘Sweden is back’: Magdalena Andersson has big plans for EuropeIn an interview with POLITICO, Sweden’s election winner reveals her unfinished business with Russia, Trump — and the far right.Politico Europe
POLITICSSep 21Why the far right lost: 11 lessons for Europe from Sweden’s electionPOLITICO spoke to party leaders Magdalena Andersson and Ulf Kristersson — and leading analysts — to understand the far-right Sweden Democrats' fall in support, and what it means.Politico Europe
POLITICSSep 20Who is Nila Vikhe Patil , Maharashtra minister niece , elected to Sweden ParliamentNila Vikhe Patil, the niece of a Maharashtra minister, has been elected to the Swedish Parliament. This highlights an individual's cross-national political career and family connections.moneycontrol.com · India
POLITICSSep 18Sweden’s left-wing opposition leader begins efforts to form governmentMagdalena Andersson will likely face several challenges as she tries to get Sweden's other left-wing parties to unite.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 18Sweden's centre-left leader Andersson tasked with forming government after electionSweden's parliament speaker on Friday tasked opposition leader Magdalena Andersson with forming a government after an election gave the left-wing bloc a narrow majority, setting the stage for difficult coalition talks. Andersson, a former prime minister, must bridge deep differences between four parties, with the centre party ruling out a government that includes the left in cabinet.France 24 [en]
POLITICSSep 18Sweden's Social Democrat leader Andersson says she's 'ready' to form new government after election winNegotiations over forming a government are likely to be tricky, as key differences remain between the four centre-left alliance parties.EuroNews [en]
SCI & TECHSep 18Ukraine, Sweden extend cooperation in nuclear safetyUkraine's State Nuclear Regulatory Inspectorate and the Swedish Radiation Safety Authority (SSM) have extended for five years their agreement on cooperation in nuclear and radiation safety.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICSSep 17Sweden’s Right-Wing ReckoningWhat was expected to be an easy election win resulted in a narrow victory for the left.Foreign Policy
POLITICSSep 17Sweden's far right blames its defeat on immigrationAfter recording their first setback since 1988, the Sweden Democrats have fueled a conspiratorial narrative, accusing the opposition of orchestrating a form of 'electoral great replacement' to prevent the right from winning the elections.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 17Sweden's centre-left win election as right wing bloc suffers narrow defeatPrime Minister Ulf Kristersson has resigned, allowing the speaker of parliament to begin formal talks with party leaders.EuroNews [en]