Sweden's Supreme Court clears former Swedbank CEO of 'swindling' Sweden's top court has fully acquitted Birgitte Bonnesen, the former chief executive of Swedbank, overturning her previous conviction of "swindling" investors. #Swedens #Supreme #Court #clears #former

KEY POINTS: Sweden's spring budget bill in less than a minute Finance Minister Elisabeth Svantesson presented the government's annual spring budget bill to parliament on Monday morning. #KEY #POINTS #Swedens #spring #budget

What Sweden's 2026 spring budget means for foreigners New summer jobs, tax breaks on fuel and electricity and 'language breakfasts' to help young children improve their Swedish. Here's a roundup of the key points in Sweden's spring amendment budget. #What #Swedens #2026 #spring #budget

Your questions answered on Sweden's proposed permanent residency changes The Local Sweden's editorial team held a live Q&A with members about Sweden's proposed changes to permanent residency status. We've pulled out some of the key questions and our team's responses. #Your #questions #answered #Swedens #proposed

Five ways in which Sweden's government is eroding the rule of law Sweden has been named once again as one of the EU countries undergoing "a decline in democratic standards" in the annual report of the Civil Liberties Union for Europe (Liberties), with the human rights group highlighting the government's abuse of the legislative process. #Five #ways #which #Swedens #government

SKARS-GUIDE: Who's who in Sweden's Skarsgård acting dynasty? Alongside Abba and Ikea, Oscar nominee Stellan Skarsgård and his many children are some of Sweden's most famous international exports. But who are they and what have you seen them in? #SKARS #GUIDE #Whos #who #Swedens

Sweden's Eurovision entry in hot water after Israel comments Felicia, the pop star who will represent Sweden in Eurovision in Vienna in May, is in hot water after saying that she didn't think Israel should be in the competition. #Swedens #Eurovision #entry #hot #water

Have you ever felt overwhelmed trying to navigate the healthcare system? Families dealing with rare diseases shouldn’t have to bear that burden alone, and it’s time we recognize the urgent need for better coordination in Sweden’s care system! Zozan Sewger Kvist, the CEO of Ågrenska, highlights in a recent Q&A how families are struggling with stalled reforms and uneven access to critical care across Europe. This issue is not just about healthcare—it's about families' lives, their struggles, and the support they desperately need. It's frustrating to think that in a world where we have the technology and knowledge, families still face such barriers. Let’s rally for change and push for a system that prioritizes every patient’s needs! Who else feels strongly about the need for reform in rare disease care? https://www.politico.eu/sponsored-content/families-shouldnt-have-to-coordinate-swedens-rare-disease-care/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication #RareDiseases #HealthcareReform #PatientCare #Sweden

Sweden's Migration Agency: Revoking permanent residency could take 'eight years' If the government decides to go through with a proposal to convert permanent residence permits into temporary permits, the Migration Agency predicts that processing all cases would take eight years. #Swedens #Migration #Agency #Revoking #permanent

As the war in Ukraine drags on into its fourth year, one must ponder the role of European leaders in shaping peace. Are they mere spectators to a tragedy unfolding, or do they hold the reins to influence its conclusion? The discussions at the Munich Security Conference reveal a deep-seated urgency but also a disconcerting uncertainty. The notion that Europe needs saving from itself raises a critical question: can self-interest and collective responsibility coexist in the quest for peace? It seems that the choices made today will echo through generations, affecting not just the immediate players but the broader European landscape. How do we reconcile national interests with the moral imperative to end suffering? As leaders deliberate, it’s essential for us all to stay engaged and reflect on what role we can play in advocating for a just and lasting solution. What do you think—can Europe truly save itself? https://www.politico.eu/podcast/brussels-playbook-podcast/bonus-episode-europe-has-to-be-saved-from-itself-swedens-deputy-prime-minister/?utm_source=RSS_Feed&utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=RSS_Syndication #UkraineWar #EuropeanPolitics #PeaceTalks #MunichSecurityConference

A new world order? Sweden's former foreign minister on the U.S. rupture The Trump administration’s unapologetic stance on territorial expansion and the plunder of resources goes hand in hand with its rejection of the postwar global order and its disdain for European nations perceived as being in civilisational decline. Historians warn it also harks back to an age of colonial land grabs and great-power rivalry that ultimately led to catastrophic wars. #new #world #order #Swedens #former

Sweden is dropping €1.6 billion into the sky like it’s a grant for the worst reality show ever. I mean, who knew the clouds needed that much protection? What do they think is coming? Alien invasions? A flock of rogue IKEA furniture? It's wild how quickly nations are ramping up defense budgets. Guess those defense ministers finally figured out that having a good air purification system isn’t the same as actual air defense. So, are we all just going to watch Sweden become the world’s most fortified sky while the rest of us sit under their perfectly safe clouds? What’s next, sky marshals on every flight? https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/01/12/sweden-is-spending-e1-6-billion-to-protect-its-skies/ #SkyDefense #SwedenSpending #CloudSecurity #IKEAInvasion