Parliamentary elections in Sweden 2026
On September 13, 2026, polling stations opened in Sweden for the parliamentary elections. The center-left opposition, led by the Social Democratic Party of Magdalena Andersson, has a slight advantage over the right bloc, led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. For the first time, the far-right 'Sweden Democrats' may enter the government. An important factor that may influence the election results is the Liberal Party overcoming the 4 percent barrier.
Features of the election
The polling stations in Sweden opened at 8:00 AM local time (9:00 AM Kyiv time) and close at 8:00 PM Swedish time. The right bloc consists of:
- Moderate Party
- Christian Democrats
- Sweden Democrats
- potentially Liberals
In the event of victory, the right parties have agreed to form a four-party government led by Kristersson.
Both blocs agree on:
- support for Ukraine
- rearming the army
- assistance to households affected by the cost of living crisis
The opposition parties, which include social democrats, Greens, Left, and Centrists, generally support strengthening social security and increasing government spending. The Social Democrats advocate for stricter immigration policies. However, the center party does not support a government involving the Left Party but supports the inclusion of Christian Democrats in government formation.
Against the backdrop of these elections, there is also a trend of strengthening far-right parties in Europe, especially following the victory of 'Alternative for Germany' in Saxony-Anhalt in September 2026. Reuters reports on these important elections in Sweden, which may significantly change the political landscape of the country.
The elections in Sweden have become an important stage not only for the country's domestic politics but also for the regional context, where the rise of far-right parties raises concerns. The voting results may reflect broader trends in Europe, where traditional political forces are facing challenges from new parties offering alternative solutions. Importantly, the election results will impact Sweden's foreign policy, particularly in the context of support for Ukraine and security in the region.