Content about Sweden's EU presidency
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Focus on children at high-level meeting on protecting and supporting children in Ukraine
Support to Ukraine is the most important priority during the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU. On 1–2 June, the Swedish Presidency held a high-level meeting on protecting children to highlight how Ukrainian children have been affected by Russia’s aggression, and to discuss what EU Member States can do to respond to their needs. A very large number of Member States signed a declaration at the meeting.
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Sweden to host Trade and Technology Council meeting
On 30–31 May, Sweden will host a meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC) within the framework of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The TTC serves as the main forum for the US and EU to coordinate approaches to key global trade, economic and technology issues. The meeting will be held in Luleå and is the fourth of its kind.
Published · Press release from Ebba Busch , Johan Forssell , Tobias Billström , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Minister for Defence Pål Jonson to take part in EU Foreign Affairs Council with defence ministers
On Tuesday 23 May, Minister for Defence Pål Jonson will take part in the EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting with defence ministers in Brussels.
Published · Press release from Pål Jonson , Ministry of Defence
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Competition in times of crisis
The importance of maintaining active competition enforcement with regard to markets and companies in times of crisis was a recurring message during the European Competition Day conference.
Published · Article from Ministry of Climate and Enterprise
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Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström's opening speech at the EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum
Opening speech by Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström at the EU Indo-Pacific Ministerial Forum on 13 May in Stockholm. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Tobias Billström , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Swedish Presidency accomplishes a great deal in the areas of business and energy
We are four months into the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU, and good progress has been made in achieving the energy transition and enhancing long-term growth and productivity in the EU. In parallel, negotiations on EU legislation are ongoing – several agreements have been made, including with regard to the European Chips Act and the Renewable Energy Directive.
Published · Article from Ebba Busch , Ministry of Climate and Enterprise
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Opening speech by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson at the Single Market Forum Conference
Speech by Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson at the opening of the Single Market Forum Conference (SIMFO) on 2 May in Stockholm. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Ulf Kristersson , Prime Minister's Office
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Skills supply and demographic challenges on agenda for informal EU meeting
On 3–4 May, the EU social affairs and labour market ministers will gather in Stockholm for an informal meeting hosted by Minister for Employment and Integration Johan Pehrson and Minister for Older People and Social Security Anna Tenje. Minister for Gender Equality and Working Life Paulina Brandberg will also take part.
Published · Press release from Anna Tenje , Johan Pehrson , Paulina Brandberg , Ministry of Employment , Ministry of Health and Social Affairs
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Focus on green transition at informal meeting of environment ministers
Minister for Climate and the Environment Romina Pourmokhtari hosted an informal meeting of EU environment ministers in Stockholm on 18–19 April, which was also attended by business leaders from across the EU. The focus of the meeting was the green transition and the role of business in promoting biodiversity, circularity and competitiveness.
Published · Article from Romina Pourmokhtari , Ministry of Climate and Enterprise
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Romina Pourmokhtari hosts informal meeting of EU environment ministers
On 18–19 April, Minister for Climate and the Environment Romina Pourmokhtari will chair the informal meeting of EU environment ministers at Arlanda. Business leaders will also attend to discuss how decision-makers and businesses can contribute to a green transition in the EU and globally.
Published · Press release from Romina Pourmokhtari , Ministry of Climate and Enterprise
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Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Johan Forssell's speech at the European Humanitarian Forum 2023
Opening remarks by Swedish Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Johan Forssell at the European Humanitarian Forum on 20 March 2023 in Brussels. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Johan Forssell , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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State Secretary for International Development Cooperation Diana Janse's speech at the European Humanitarian Forum 2023
Closing remarks by Swedish State Secretary for International Development Cooperation Diana Janse at the European Humanitarian Forum on 21 March 2023 in Brussels. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström's speech at the European Humanitarian Forum 2023
Speech by Minister for Foreign Affairs Tobias Billström at the European Humanitarian Forum on 20 March in Brussels. Check against delivery.
Published · Speech from Tobias Billström , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Global treaty to protect the ocean
Sweden has long played a leading role in the work on international marine environments. On 4 March 2023, the countries of the world agreed on the High Seas Treaty, aimed at protecting the world’s oceans. The Treaty establishes global rules to limit environmental impacts and create protected marine areas beyond national jurisdiction, which make up 95 per cent of the volume of the world’s oceans. The Treaty now makes it possible to achieve the goal of protecting 30 per cent of the earth’s surface.
Published · Article from Ministry for Foreign Affairs , Ministry of Climate and Enterprise
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Sweden to host Transatlantic Ministerial Meeting in May
The fourth EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC) meeting will be held in Luleå on 30-31 May as part of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Published · Press release from Johan Forssell , Ministry for Foreign Affairs
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Presidency reaches halfway point
Support for Ukraine and continued pressure on Russia, climate and energy issues, and putting long-term EU competitiveness on the agenda have defined the first half of the Swedish Presidency. The Presidency has led the work in the Council towards the goal of making the EU safer, greener and freer.
Published · Article from Jessika Roswall , Government , Prime Minister's Office
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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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Press briefing with Minister for EU Affairs Jessika Roswall marking Swedish Presidency’s halfway point
On Friday 31 March, Minister for EU Affairs Jessika Roswall will hold a press briefing on the occasion of the halfway point of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Published · Press release, Webcast from Jessika Roswall , Prime Minister's Office
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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