Swedish coalition talks stall as Centre and Left parties refuse joint meetings
Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson has been asked by the speaker to gather backing for a new cabinet, but Centre and Left parties are publicly denying any forthcoming negotiations.
Following a speaker's request, Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson is tasked with assembling a coalition for a new Swedish government. However, the opposition parties remain tight-lipped about any upcoming discussions. Centre Party leader Elisabeth Thand Ringqvist dismissed the value of a meeting, stating her party would not join a government that includes the Left Party.
According to an informed Left-wing source, Nooshi Dadgostar has not met with Centre leaders, and there have been no joint talks at any tier. The Centre Party’s press office only confirmed ongoing dialogues with several parties, refusing further detail. Meanwhile, Left Party deputy leader Ida Gabrielsson reiterated the party’s demand for ministerial posts and warned that a failure to cooperate could trigger a new election, blaming Centre for the impasse.
Why it matters
The deadlock hampers formation of a stable Swedish government, affecting policy direction and potential election timing.
How this story developed
- Sep 17 Sweden's centre-left coalition secures narrow parliamentary majority after election
- Sep 17 Parliamentary speaker Andreas Norlén will initiate coalition negotiations.
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