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Sweden holds parliamentary election amid tight race FAST-MOVING

Sweden is holding a pivotal parliamentary election that could fundamentally shift the nation's political direction. The race is exceptionally close, with recent polls showing a narrow margin between the center-left opposition, led by Social Democrat Magdalena Andersson, and the center-right governing bloc, led by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.

A central focus of the election is the role of the Sweden Democrats, a nationalist party with roots in extremist movements. While they have previously acted as an external support for the current coalition, Prime Minister Kristersson has indicated that they could formally join the government and hold ministerial positions if the right-wing bloc secures a majority.

Key campaign issues include immigration, integration, gang-related crime, and energy policy. The governing coalition has emphasized its success in reducing gang violence and asylum applications, while the opposition seeks to prioritize welfare spending and wind energy. The outcome will determine whether Sweden maintains its current policy trajectory or shifts toward a more nationalist-leaning administration.

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Jimmie Åkesson · Magdalena Andersson · Moderate Party · Riksdag · Social Democrats · Sweden · Sweden Democrats · Ulf Kristersson

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