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Examples of reports are presentations of the Government’s work in different areas or accounts of government assignments. Total226hits.hits from your selection of226in total. Published13 November 2025·ReportfromMinistry of Finance Published24 April 2025·ReportfromMinistry of Finance Published04 February 2025·ReportfromMinistry of Climate and Enterprise Published07 November 2024·ReportfromMinistry of Finance Published11 October 2024·ReportfromMinistry for Foreign Affairs Published20 June 20…

The judicial system comprises the institutions that are responsible for the rule of law and legal security in Sweden, i.e. the police, public prosecutor, courts and correctional treatment. This entails preventing and combating criminal activities, investigating crime, enforcing sentences and providing support to victims of crime. To combat crime and increase security, investments in the judicial system and criminal law measures must be combined with effective and proactive crime prevention effo…

Liberal adult education includes folk high schools, study associations and student organisations at folk high schools. There are also special government grants for certain interpreter training 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…

"More children need to see their parents go to work. Skills shortages need to decrease, and more high-skilled jobs emerge. Therefore, education and training as well as work need to pay off". Johan Britz will be Acting Minister for Climate and the Environment from March 2, 2026 due to Romina Pourmokhtari’s absence. Minister for Employment Johan Britz will assume responsibility for climate and environment issues in the Government while Minister for Climate and the Environment Romina Pourmokhtar…

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs Press Office answers press and media questions about Ministry for Foreign Affairs activities. For questions about the ministers or one of the ministers' areas of responsibility, please contact the relevant minister's press secretary. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs Press Office can be reached during office hours (09.00–17.00): Only urgent media questions are handled outside of office hours and during weekends. Anna Jakenberg Brinck is head of The Ministry for…

Ministry of Health and Social Affairs “I want to make life a little easier for people by creating good conditions for health and a sense of community.” Sweden’s support to Ukraine makes a difference. The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) has approved increased funding for the National Board of Health and Welfare’s programme for expanded support to Ukraine for health and medical care, care of older people and children. The Government has adopted a new 10-year strategy…

Ministry of Rural Affairs and Infrastructure "We will provide good conditions to live throughout the country, safeguard our sustainable forestry and ensure competitive conditions for Swedish agriculture." 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 fin…

Local self-government and the right to levy taxes are enshrined in the Swedish Constitution. This means that municipalities and regions can take decisions freely and independently. Municipalities and regions are governed by elected politicians in municipal and regional councils. Central government regulates and steers municipal and regional activities through acts, ordinances and regulations. Central government is also responsible for ensuring that municipalities and regions have good and equita…

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 …

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 Forei…

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 Governme…

“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 …

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 Co…

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 fo…

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 w…

Transport and infrastructure policy is about ensuring the provision of economically efficient, sustainable transport services for the general public and businesses throughout the country. This area includes railways, roads, shipping and aviation, as well as transport and infrastructure research. 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 disp…

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'…

The Ministry of Health and Social Affairs is responsible for issues related to the welfare of society, such as public health, healthcare, social services, and social insurance. Its areas of responsibility also include care of older people, disability policy, children's rights, youth policy, and issues relating to sports, civil society, and faith communities. Sweden’s support to Ukraine makes a difference. The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) has approved increased fun…

Social insurance is about providing financial security in the event of illness, in old age, and for parents of small children. This area covers sickness insurance, pensions, parental insurance and benefits for parents. 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…

Youth policy is cross-sectoral and covers all decisions and measures that affect conditions for young people in a number of different areas, such as employment, housing, education, health, leisure, culture and influence. Minister for Social Affairs and Public Health Jakob Forssmed visited New York to take part in the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Mr Forssmed delivered Sweden’s national address at the High-Level Meeting on the Prevention and Control of Noncommunicable Dise…

The strategies govern Sweden’s international development cooperation with and humanitarian assistance to other countries and regions, in thematic areas and with multilateral organisations. Total227hits.hits from your selection of227in total. Published16 March 2026·International development cooperation strategiesfromBenjamin Dousa,Ministry for Foreign Affairs Published29 September 2025·International development cooperation strategiesfromMinistry for Foreign Affairs Published25 September 2025·…

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The Government uses press releases to make announcements concerning new legislation, new initiatives, etc. They are also used to announce press conferences. Total962hits.hits from your selection of962in total. Published10 June 2026·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance Published10 June 2026·Press releasefromNiklas Wykman,Ministry of Finance Published09 June 2026·Press releasefromBenjamin Dousa,Ministry for Foreign Affairs Published09 June 2026·Press releasefromMaria Malmer Sten…

Each year, Sweden enters into a large number of international agreements (the Swedish Treaty Series) with other states and international organisations. These take form under various designations, such as treaties, conventions and protocols, tax agreements and information exchange agreements. Total21hits.hits from your selection of21in total. Published29 May 2026·Swedish Treaty SeriesfromMinistry of Defence,Prime Minister's Office Published05 March 2026·Swedish Treaty SeriesfromMinistry of Def…

The state is a significant owner of enterprises in Sweden. The portfolio of state-owned enterprises contains 41 fully and partially owned enterprises, of which one is listed. In addition, two business foundations are administered. Together, the state-owned enterprises employ around 121 800 people. The estimated total value of the portfolio of state-owned enterprises amounts to SEK 870 billion.

Adult education is offered largely through municipal adult education and higher vocational education. Municipal adult education provides courses at basic and upper secondary level, courses in Swedish for immigrants (SFI) and municipal adult education for adults with learning disabilities (previously called Särvux). Higher vocational education includes post-secondary vocational education and training, which meets the needs of working life and is conducted in close cooperation with working life. M…

Human rights are universal and apply to everyone. They establish that all human beings, irrespective of country, culture and context, are born free and equal in dignity and rights. Democracy policy includes general elections, measures to strengthen and protect the individual’s opportunities for influence, and measures to promote and guarantee respect for human rights. Human rights, democracy and the rule of law will also permeate all Swedish foreign policy. The following list contains news item…

Work in this field, family law, primarily consists of changing family law to keep pace with developments in society at large. One of the guiding principles of family law is to act in the best interests of the child. Another important task is participation in legislative cooperation within the EU and in other international forums. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press releases, government bills or proposals referred to the Council on Legislation for consid…

The Ministry of Finance is responsible for issues concerning central government finances, including coordination of the central government budget, forecasts and analyses, tax and customs issues, and management and administration of central government activities. The Ministry is also responsible for matters concerning financial markets, municipalities and regions, public procurement, state-owned enterprises, digitalisation policy, consumer legislation and nuclear financing. The Government has re…

“Municipalities and regions are facing tough times due to financial concerns and a war in our neighbourhood. My job is to promote good and effective cooperation between municipalities, regions and central government so that all levels can optimally carry out their important welfare work. As Minister for Public Administration, my focus is also on ensuring the effective digitalisation of public administration in order to improve services for citizens and increase the efficiency of our government a…

Total231hits.hits from your selection of231in total. On 8–10 June, Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard is visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. The visit will focus on the regional crisis and Sweden’s bilateral relations with the Gulf States. Published09 June 2026·Press releasefromMaria Malmer Stenergard,Ministry for Foreign Affairs Published08 June 2026·StatementfromJohan Forssell,Maria Malmer Stenergard,Ministry for Foreign Affairs,Ministry of Justice …

Ministry of Health and Social Affairs "We are taking strong measures to combat ageism and are actively working to ensure that it is rewarding to work and to have worked. We are strengthening pensions and the quality of elderly care. Our shared welfare should always go to those who need it and are entitled to it – in cases of illness, old age, and when children are young. We are combating welfare fraud and tackling benefit crimes." Sweden’s support to Ukraine makes a difference. The Swedish Int…

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson presented the Government’s priorities in its work in the EU at the party leaders’ debate on EU policy in the Riksdag on 12 November 2025. Check against delivery. Europe, our values and our way of life are worth defending. Because together, we have built some of the world’s best societies in which to live. Europe is far from perfect, but overall, we have done more right than wrong. We also know that none of our strengths should be taken for granted; rather, good …

On 18 February, Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard presented the 2026 Statement of Foreign Policy in the Riksdag. Check against delivery. Lana Chornohorska was a journalist, LGBTIQ-activist, artist – and drone pilot. She wouldn’t have needed to fight, but like so many other Ukrainians, she was unable to just stand by and watch as her loved ones were afflicted by Russia’s war of aggression. On New Year’s Day this year, she shared a tangerine with her friend Ignatius. He joke…

Central government administration is about giving government agencies the tools and conditions to be able to implement the decisions made by the Government and the Riksdag. This area includes the development of services and efficiency, regional coordination in the counties, the responsibility of the state as an employer, and the maintenance and administration of state properties. The government agencies are responsible for implementing decisions of the Riksdag and the Government. State administ…

The rapid development of consumer markets creates both opportunities and challenges. Consumer policy must therefore be developed and resources must be directed towards maintaining balanced and clear rules that protect consumers without impairing the conditions for serious businesses, provide good opportunities for resolving disputes effectively and provide information and support to consumers. The objective of consumer policy is well-functioning consumer markets, balanced and clear rules for bus…

Disability policy is based on the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The policy safeguards the rights and interests that people with disabilities have in society. Several areas are covered by this policy, including labour market policy and education policy. Preventive, accessible and knowledge-based: this is how the Swedish Government envisions the Swedish social services. Total1hits.hits from your selection of1in total. Preventive, accessible and knowledge-based: this …

Economic policy is about ensuring the efficient functioning of the Swedish economy, moderating the ups and downs in the economy and redistributing economic resources between individuals and over time 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. Total68h…

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. Total52hits.hits from your selection of52in total. The Iran war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz have driven up global energy prices and weakened growth prospects in Sweden and worldwide. The ongoing r…

Ministry of Rural Affairs and Infrastructure 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. Total17hits.hits from your selection of17in total. Open Letter by the Coastal States of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea with Ice…

The Government parties, in cooperation with the Sweden Democrats, have decided on six collaborative projects. Within the framework of these projects, they will draft and carry out political reforms to resolve Sweden’s most important societal challenges. In addition to the six collaborative projects, the Government is working on two other priorities. “Setting a new course requires both perseverance and determination. Problems that have emerged over a long period require long-term efforts. And th…

The aim of the policy area is to reduce the number of people living in exclusion, combating parallel social structures, emphasising personal responsibility for participation in society, and improving people’s security and life opportunities. The Government has decided to appoint an inquiry to deepen knowledge about parallel social structures that among other things consist of clans and family-based networks. The inquiry will define the impacts of such groups in terms of integration and exclusio…

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. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press rele…

Gambling policy is about preventing gambling addiction and creating a sound and secure gambling market in which social protection interests are safeguarded by the demand for gambling being satisfied in a controlled fashion. Relevant news items and published documents, such as press releases and government bills, will be found in the pre-filtered list below. The list can be further filtered to help you find what you are interested in. If nothing is displayed here, please visit our Swedish site …

Medical care involves the measures taken to provide care for those who are ill and the development of medical and health care services. Care should be equitable, gender-equal and accessible, and offered on equal terms according to need. For several intensive February days in Cairo, Minister for Health Care Elisabet Lann met with organisers and actors that care for severely injured patients from Gaza on a daily basis. The trip provided a deeper understanding of the extensive work being done and …

The Government is responsible for legislation and government agency issues concerning taxes, customs, collection and civil registration of private individuals. Tax legislation is designed to support the goals of economic policy, provide good conditions for business and investment, and make it easy for individuals and business owners to follow the rules. The following list contains news items and published documents, such as press releases, government bills or proposals referred to the Council o…

Sweden is a parliamentary democracy, which means that all public power proceeds from the people. At the national level, the people are represented by the Riksdag (Swedish parliament) which has legislative power. The Government implements the Riksdag's decisions and draws up proposals for new laws or law amendments. General elections are an important expression of the fact that we in Sweden live in a democracy. However, there are many ways of influencing Swedish politics, for example by taking p…

The Ministry of Employment is responsible for issues concerning the labour market, labour law and health and safety at work. The Ministry is also responsible for matters concerning integration, efforts to counter exclusion and work on gender equality, human rights at national level, strengthening LGBTIQ people’s rights and combating racism and discrimination. Honour-based violence and oppression is a serious societal problem, and combating it effectively requires special knowledge and understan…

“We need a responsible economic policy to ensure that the Swedish economy grows and the situation for households improves for the benefit of all. The key to this is financial stability. Sweden’s financial system needs to be stable and efficient. It’s essential to enhance security and strengthen Sweden’s national security, and that’s why it’s important to combat money laundering, increase our preparedness to respond to cyber threats and ensure that Sweden is equipped to prevent and respond to eco…

Ministry of Health and Social Affairs "A strong social service is one of our most important tools for crime prevention. We are now reforming the Social Services Act with a focus on preventive work and increased obligations and rights. We are also actively working for a safer and more secure child and youth care, with the perspective of children's rights at the center. All children have the right to a safe upbringing and a bright future. In the area of disability, our goal is to achieve equality…