About the Government’s work related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
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Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to receive Romania's Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă
On Friday 31 March, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson will receive Romania's Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă. The visit will take place as part of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU and will focus on European security and our strong and united support for Ukraine. But also the situation in Moldova, as well as the migration and Schengen issue. A joint press conference will be held after the meeting.
Published · Press release, Webcast from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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How Sweden is working to hold Russia accountable for crimes in Ukraine
Holding Russia accountable for its violations of international law is a key issue for the Swedish Government. It is essential for justice and redress, both for Ukraine as a State and for the victims of Russia’s war crimes, but also to maintain the rules-based world order. Sweden is backing several initiatives in this area.
Published · Article from Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Prime Minister to receive Austria’s Federal Chancellor
On Thursday 30 March, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson will receive Austria’s Federal Chancellor Karl Nehammer. The visit will take place as part of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU and will focus on migration issues and continued support to Ukraine. A joint press conference will be held after the meeting.
Published · Press release from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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Survey to learn more about Ukrainian citizens’ ability to enter the Swedish labour market
The Government has decided to provide a grant of USD 75 000 to the United Nations International Organization for Migration (IOM) to conduct a survey. The survey targets adult Ukrainian citizens in Sweden who have been registered under the Temporary Protection Directive, and will include questions about their situation in Sweden.
Published · Press release from Maria Malmer Stenergard , Ministry of Justice
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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
One year ago, on 24 February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Since then, Sweden has provided humanitarian, military and civil support to Ukraine. Sweden’s military support to Ukraine has more than tripled since the current Government took office. Over the last twelve months, the EU – including Sweden – has adopted a series of sweeping sanctions packages against Russia Sweden will continue to support Ukraine for as long as it takes.
Published · Article
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Sweden provides almost EUR 11 million in support to women and girls in Ukraine and Moldova
This support is intended to strengthen the two countries’ efforts to meet the humanitarian needs of women and girls and promote their opportunities and rights in both the short and the long term. The support will be channelled through the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and UN Women.
Published · Press release from Johan Forssell , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Minister for Defence Pål Jonson to receive EU defence ministers in Stockholm
On 7–8 March, EU defence ministers will gather for an informal meeting in Stockholm.
Published · Press release from Pål Jonson , Ministry of Defence
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Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s speech at Sergels torg
On Friday 24 February, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson gave a speech at Sergels torg during the demonstration ‘Sverige står upp för Ukraina’ (Sweden stands with Ukraine) to commemorate the one-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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Sanctions against Russia – one year after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine
The European Union has just adopted the tenth sanctions package against Russia in response to the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Both the sectoral and individual sanctions have progressively been expanded. They are currently described as the most extensive ever, but what does that really mean?
Published · Article from Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Minister for EU Affairs Jessika Roswall’s speech at the Monday movement demonstration on 27 February 2023
On Monday 27 February 2023, Minister for EU Affairs Jessika Roswall spoke at the Monday movement demonstration of solidarity with the people of Ukraine at Norrmalmstorg. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Jessika Roswall , Prime Minister's Office
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EU adopts new sanctions against Russia
On the occasion of the one-year anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the EU is toughening its sanctions against Russia. This is the first sanctions package adopted under the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The new sanctions include measures such as expanded export restrictions on technological and industrial products vital to Russia’s economy and military capability.
Published · Press release from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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Heavy advanced weapons to Ukraine in new support package
Today, 24 February, the Government presented a new extensive support package for Ukraine. It includes subsystems of the HAWK anti-aircraft system and essential parts of the IRIS-T anti-aircraft system, in cooperation with Germany. Sweden also intends to provide up to ten Leopard 2 battle tanks.
Published · Press release from Pål Jonson , Ulf Kristersson , Ministry of Defence , Prime Minister's Office
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National Statement at the resumed Emergency Special Session on Ukraine
National Statement delivered by H.E. Mr. Jan Knutsson, State Secretary for Foreign Affairs of Sweden, at the Resumed Eleventh Emergency Special Session on Ukraine, New York, 22 February 2023.
Published · Statement from Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Government allocating additional SEK 520 million in support to Ukraine
As part of the Government’s clear prioritisation of Ukraine, yet another extensive Swedish support package is being allocated to the country. The support focuses on humanitarian operations and Ukraine’s energy sector.
Published · Press release from Johan Forssell , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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One year since Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine
One year ago, on 24 February 2022, Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Since then, Sweden has provided humanitarian, military and civil support to Ukraine. Sweden’s military support to Ukraine has more than tripled since the current Government took office. Over the last twelve months, the EU – including Sweden – has adopted a series of sweeping sanctions packages against Russia Sweden will continue to support Ukraine for as long as it takes.
Published · Statement from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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Nordic Solidarity with Ukraine: One Year On
Statement by the Prime Ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden.
Published · Statement from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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Statement of Foreign Policy 2023
On 15 February, Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström presented the 2023 Statement of Foreign Policy in the Riksdag. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Tobias Billström , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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EU Working Group to look at using frozen Russian assets for reconstruction of Ukraine
Under the leadership of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, an EU Working Group will be set up to look at using frozen Russian assets for the reconstruction of Ukraine.
Published · Article from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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Opening speech by the Minister for Defence Pål Jonson at the conference on security and defence within the framework of Sweden's presidency of the EU
Opening speech by the Minister for Defence Pål Jonson at the conference on security and defence within the framework of Sweden's presidency of the EU on 30 January 2023, Uppsala. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Pål Jonson , Ministry of Defence
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Government contributes to improved nuclear safety in Ukraine
Today, 26 January, the Government has decided to provide further support to Ukraine. This support aims to improve nuclear safety and electricity supply in Ukraine by funding the work of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The support amounts to a total of SEK 20 million in 2023.
Published · Press release from Johan Forssell , Ministry for Foreign Affairs