Swedish premier vows to "make Sweden great again" and offer cabinet seats to Sweden Democrats

At a recent rally, Sweden’s outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson declared his intention to "make Sweden great again," echoing a well-known political slogan. He contrasted the country’s past notoriety for daily shootings with its current image as a hub for successful entrepreneurs, the tech sector, and a strong defence industry. Kristersson noted that his government has cooperated successfully with the Sweden Democrats for four years and now plans to offer them cabinet positions, though specific ministries will be allocated after the election results.

He dismissed concerns that the Sweden Democrats’ entry would shift Sweden’s stance on supporting Ukraine, NATO membership, or broader foreign-policy priorities. The leader emphasized seizing the moment to improve ordinary citizens’ lives, while polls show the left-wing opposition still leading ahead of the Sunday vote.