Here is a list of the webcast press conferences and videos published in the last six months. Most of the Government Offices’ videos are also available on its YouTube channel. Older press conferences and videos are available in the Government Offices archives. Total27hits.hits from your selection of27in total. Published03 June 2026·Press release,WebcastfromPål Jonson,Ministry of Defence Published28 May 2026·Press release,WebcastfromPål Jonson,Ulf Kristersson,Ministry of Defence,Prime Minister's Office Published21 May 2026· Updated28 May 2026·Article,WebcastfromCarl-Oskar Bohlin,Maria Malmer…

Environmental policy concerns creating a society free of emissions and hazardous toxins, with consideration for people, animals and nature. It also concerns creating a sustainable society that is adapted to climate change. Many environmental issues are global in nature and consequently a large part of the work takes place in collaboration with other countries. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press releases, government bills or proposals referred to the Council on Legislation for consideration. It is pre-filtered to display content tagged with the releva…

Housing and community planning is about ensuring the smooth functioning of the housing market and financing of housing. It is also about the planning and design of environments and buildings. This area covers the housing market, surveying - that is geographic information and property information - and community planning and construction. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press releases, government bills or proposals referred to the Council on Legislation for consideration. It is pre-filtered to display content tagged with the relevant area. The list can b…

Regional development policy is about taking advantage of the potential for development and employment throughout Sweden. This area includes regional development strategies, regional business support, support for commercial services and EU Regional Development Fund programmes. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press releases, government bills or proposals referred to the Council on Legislation for consideration. It is pre-filtered to display content tagged with the relevant area. The list can be further filtered to help you find what you are interested in.…

“The Government will pursue an aggressive crime policy so as to bring order to Sweden. Serious violence and organised crime must be fought. At the same time, the focus will shift from perpetrator to victim and to protecting society.” The Government has presented its publication ‘A concerted approach to intellectual property’. This is part of the Government’s effort to strengthen Sweden’s innovative capacity and competitiveness and to promote and secure a rich cultural offering, both nationally and globally. The Government’s task force for Jewish life in Sweden gathered for its first meeting …

In 2026, it is 150 years since the modern office of Prime Minister was introduced in Sweden. Since then, Sweden has had 35 prime ministers who have led 53 governments. The office of Prime Minister was established in 1876 through a reform of the 1809 Instrument of Government. The Prime Minister became the Government’s foremost leader with the remit of leading and keeping together the Government’s work. The Prime Minister is Sweden’s head of Government whose foremost task is to lead the Government and designate its Ministers. The Prime Minister chooses which and how many ministers are to be pa…

Foreign policy is about Sweden’s relations with and policies towards other countries. Preventing risks and threats is an important part of security policy, which in turn is part of foreign policy. Swedish policy is pursued via direct relations with other countries and also through bodies such as the EU and the UN. Photo: Caisa Rasmussen/Government Offices of Sweden Photo: Linnea Bengtsson/The Swedish Parliament Photo: Linnea Bengtsson/The Swedish Parliament On 18 February, Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard presented the Government’s 2026 Statement of Foreign Policy in th…

Total140hits.hits from your selection of140in total. On 16 June 2026, Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa will present the Government’s Cultural and Creative Industries Export Prize for achievements in 2025. Among the nominees are internationally successful entrepreneurs from across the cultural and creative sectors. Published09 June 2026·Press releasefromBenjamin Dousa,Ministry for Foreign Affairs The Government has presented a support package focused on democracy and free and fair elections in Eastern Europe for 2026 and 2027. The democracy …

The purpose of Swedish trade and promotion policy is to promote Sweden’s economic interests and the image of Sweden abroad, to facilitate exports and imports and encourage trade with other countries. The Strategy for Sweden’s foreign trade, investment and global competitiveness outlines a new holistic approach to creating the best possible conditions for Swedish companies to grow, develop and assume leading positions in tomorrow’s global markets. Total123hits.hits from your selection of123in total. On 11 June, Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard received Panama’s M…

Examples of information material are brochures and pamphlets containing information about the Government’s policies and activities. Total234hits.hits from your selection of234in total. Published25 May 2026·Information materialfromMinistry of Climate and Enterprise,Ministry of Culture,Ministry of Education and Research,Ministry of Justice Published13 April 2026·Information materialfromGovernment,Ministry of Finance Published25 February 2026·Information materialfromMinistry of Finance Published10 February 2026·Information materialfromMinistry for Foreign Affairs,Ministry of Climate and Ente…

Sweden has three levels of government: national, regional and local. In addition, there is the European level which has acquired increasing importance following Sweden's entry into the EU. At parliamentary elections and municipal and regional council elections held every four years, voters elect those who are to decide how Sweden is governed and administered. At the national level, the Swedish people are represented by the Riksdag (Swedish parliament) which has legislative powers. Proposals for new laws are presented by the Government which also implements decisions taken by the Riksdag. The…

The Swedish Constitution defines how the country shall be governed. It contains provisions on the relationship between decision-making and executive power and the basic rights and freedoms of citizens. Sweden has four fundamental laws which together make up the Constitution: the Instrument of Government, the Act of Succession, the Freedom of the Press Act and the Fundamental Law on Freedom of Expression. The Constitution of Sweden on The Riksdag website The Instrument of Government contains the basic principles of Swedens form of government: how the Government is to work, the fundamental fr…

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Energy policy encompasses the production, distribution and use of energy. It aims to reconcile ecological sustainability, competitiveness and security of supply. It includes issues related to electricity, heating and gas markets, energy efficiency and renewable energy such as bioenergy, solar energy, and wind and hydropower. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press releases, government bills or proposals referred to the Council on Legislation for consideration. It is pre-filtered to display content tagged with the relevant area. The list can be further fil…

Public procurement must be efficient, legally certain and make use of market competition, and at the same time promoting innovative solutions and taking into account environmental and social considerations. In this way, public procurement contributes to well-functioning public service for the benefit of citizens and the development of the business community, while ensuring that tax funds are used in the best way. Procurement legislation is intended to facilitate the free movement of goods and services within the European Union. It offers Swedish companies new business opportunities. Companies…

Sweden’s student finance system is one of the world’s most comprehensive student finance systems. It aims to enable women and men to pursue studies after finishing school or to resume studies later in life. Student finance in the form of grants and loans is part of education policy. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press releases, government bills or proposals referred to the Council on Legislation for consideration. It is pre-filtered to display content tagged with the relevant area. The list can be further filtered to help you find what you are interes…

An important part of the Government’s work to realise its policies is to draw up proposals on the central government budget. The proposals are submitted in government bills to the Riksdag. On 13 April, the Government presented its Spring Budget. In an uncertain international situation, Sweden continues to stand strong with an economy that is trending upward. The budget includes measures worth SEK 7.7 billion in 2026 and focuses on building a stronger and more secure Sweden. In the spring, the Minister for Finance submits the Government’s Spring Fiscal Policy Bill and a Spring Amending Budget…

Education for children and young people includes preschool, leisure-time centres, compulsory school and upper secondary school. Based on their own circumstances and needs, pupils are to receive education so that they achieve the knowledge requirements and so have the opportunity to develop as much as possible. Pupils’ ability to read and understand what they read is the foundation of their learning in all school subjects. The Swedish Government’s school policy aims to get back to basics and re-establish a strong knowledge-based school system with the focus of early grades being on basic skill…

On Thursday 16 April, Minister for Migration Johan Forssell and Deputy Minister of Social Policy, Family and Unity of Ukraine for European Integration Ilona Havronska signed a declaration that confirms cooperation on the introduction of a Unity Hub for Ukrainians in Sweden. Joint Statement by the ministers responsible for migration from the Nordic Countries. ”The Nordic Countries have common priorities and objectives and it makes sense that we also work together to strengthen our cooperation. I am happy that my Nordic colleagues share the intention to enable expulsion in more cases than toda…

The Ministry of Justice is responsible for the authorities in the judicial system, including the Swedish Police, the public prosecution service, the courts and the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. The Ministry is also responsible for migration issues. In addition, the Ministry of Justice is responsible for legislation in the areas of constitutional and general administrative law, civil law, procedural law, criminal law, public order and safety, and migration and asylum law. The Government has presented its publication ‘A concerted approach to intellectual property’. This is part of the G…