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The Government has appointed new Chairs of the AP2, AP3 and AP7 funds and a new vice chairman of AP7.

Published10 June 2026·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance

The Government has received another application for state aid to build new nuclear power in Sweden. The application was submitted by Blykalla, a company seeking to establish a new nuclear power plant in Norrsundet, outside Gävle. This is the second application for state aid received by the Government.

Published10 June 2026·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance

New nuclear power is a long-term undertaking for society. It requires investments from both the private sector and the state. In the Spring Amending Budget for 2026, the Government proposes state majority ownership of Videberg Kraft AB and that the state assumes a role in the financing of the future system for radioactive waste management and spent nuclear fuel by reducing risk for those who make the initial investments. Those who produce the waste should also continue to be responsible for their share of the costs.

Published28 May 2026·Press releasefromEbba Busch,Johan Britz,Niklas Wykman,Ministry of Climate and Enterprise,Ministry of Finance

On 17 May, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson received Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi in Gothenburg. During the visit, the leaders held bilateral meetings and participated in discussions with European business leaders on innovation, climate and trade. HRH Crown Princess Victoria, Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard, and India’s Minister for External Affairs Subrahmanyam Jaishankar also participated in the programme.

Published17 May 2026·ArticlefromMaria Malmer Stenergard,Ulf Kristersson,Ministry for Foreign Affairs,Prime Minister's Office

On 17 May, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson will receive Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi in Gothenburg. During the visit, the leaders will hold bilateral meetings and participate in discussions with European business leaders on innovation and trade. Mr Kristersson and Mr Modi will also hold joint press statements, together with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen. HRH The Crown Princess will also participate in the programme.

Published12 May 2026·Press release,WebcastfromMaria Malmer Stenergard,Ulf Kristersson,Prime Minister's Office

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson received President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola on Friday, 27 March. Together, the leaders visited Stockholm’s stock exchange, Nasdaq Stockholm, and discussed ways to strengthen the EU’s capital markets and competitiveness.

Published28 March 2026·ArticlefromUlf Kristersson,Prime Minister's Office

The Government has received the first application for state aid to build new nuclear power in Sweden. Videberg Kraft AB has applied for support to build new reactors on the Värö Peninsula at Ringhals. The company is backed by Vattenfall AB and several large Swedish industrial corporations under Industrikraft i Sverige AB.

Published23 December 2025·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance

A short summary of how Sweden's pension system works.

Published12 December 2025·Information materialfromMinistry of Finance

The Swedish capital market is increasingly seen as the most developed in the EU and somewhat of a role model. This memo seeks to summarise its key features. At the end, a simple checklist for evaluating capital markets-enhancing reform proposals is provided building on Sweden’s experiences.

Published12 December 2025·Information materialfromMinistry of Finance

The Government has adopted guidelines for the Swedish National Debt Office’s central government debt management in 2026. The decision does not involve any changes to the central government debt composition or term to maturity. However, the guidelines for next year clarify how the management of central government debt should be evaluated.

Published13 November 2025·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance

Published13 November 2025·ReportfromMinistry of Finance

Expanding nuclear power will play a crucial role in enabling Sweden to reduce its domestic climate emissions and achieve the goal of net zero emissions. The Government proposes amendments to the Swedish Environmental Code that will permit new nuclear power plants on more coastal sites. Under the proposals, protection of natural and cultural heritage will be maintained. The proposed legislative amendments are now the subject of a consultation.

Published10 October 2025·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Romina Pourmokhtari,Ministry of Climate and Enterprise,Ministry of Finance

Sweden needs new nuclear power to cover energy needs, provide a secure supply of electricity to the national grid and carry out the energy transition. As of 1 August 2025, companies seeking to build reactors will be able to apply for state aid. The Government has now approved a new ordinance regulating the application process.

Published27 June 2025·Press releasefromEbba Busch,Niklas Wykman,Romina Pourmokhtari,Ministry of Climate and Enterprise,Ministry of Finance

Sweden faces considerable problems with volatile electricity prices for households and businesses and imbalances in the electricity system. To deal with this, the fossil-free base load needs to be expanded. In March 2025, the Government adopted the Financing and risk sharing in new nuclear power Government Bill, which included proposals for state aid to companies that want to invest in nuclear reactors. The Riksdag has now decided to adopt the Government’s proposal.

Published21 May 2025·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance

In a government bill submitted to the Riksdag last week, a new Act is proposed concerning state aid for companies looking to invest in new nuclear power reactors. A memorandum that will be referred for consultation today proposes supplementary provisions on how companies’ applications for aid should be structured.

Published04 April 2025·Press releasefromEbba Busch,Niklas Wykman,Ministry of Climate and Enterprise,Ministry of Finance

Integrating and further developing the European capital market is a priority for the European Union and for Sweden, as it could provide households with better returns on their savings and businesses with a more diversified set of sources for funding.

Sweden has what is seen by many as a well-functioning and deep capital market. That was not always the case, and this article seeks to provide an assessment of the Swedish journey with the purpose of contributing to the ongoing European discussion. While there is no claim to portray the full story and all relevant aspects, the article seeks to outline some of the components that have been of great importance in bringing the Swedish capital market to the point where it is today.

Published03 April 2025·Information materialfromMinistry of Finance

Sweden is going to purchase hybrid bonds from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) valued at approximately SEK 100 million. This investment is part of the Government’s strategy to modernise and streamline development assistance and promote sustainable economic development in partner countries.

Published10 December 2024·Press releasefromBenjamin Dousa,Ministry for Foreign Affairs

Published07 November 2024·ReportfromMinistry of Finance

Today, the Government adopted new guidelines for the Swedish National Debt Office’s central government debt management in 2025. The Swedish National Debt Office will continue to issue inflation-linked bonds, but the outstanding volume will be reduced. The aim is inflation-linked debt of around SEK 80 billion by the end of 2029. In addition, from now on, the central government debt’s term to maturity will be measured in average time to refixing (ATR).

Published07 November 2024·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance

On Wednesday, 13 March, Minister for Financial Markets Niklas Wykman and the President of Financial Task Force (FATF) T. Raja Kumar will hold a press briefing.

Published12 March 2024·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance