Swedes vote in election that could usher far right into government
Summary
Swedes are voting in a parliamentary election that could bring the far-right Sweden Democrats into government for the first time or return the country to its traditional liberal course. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and opposition leader Magdalena Andersson are locked in a tight race, with immigration, welfare and the cost-of-living crisis dominating the campaign.
Key Points
- Sweden is holding a parliamentary election that could bring the far-right Sweden Democrats into government for the first time.
- Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has pledged to include the Sweden Democrats in government if his bloc wins.
- Opposition leader Magdalena Andersson says her bloc would restore stronger welfare and public spending.
- Immigration, gang violence, Ukraine support and the cost-of-living crisis are key campaign issues.
