Swedish Legislative Elections: Far-Right Hopes to Enter Government
Two days before the September 13, 2026 vote, polls show left and right in a dead heat, paving the way for possible participation by Sweden Democrats in a future government.
As Sweden's legislative elections approach on Sunday, September 13, 2026, the latest polls cited by RFI show left and right in a dead heat, suggesting a particularly close vote.
According to RFI, this uncertain outcome could result in far-right ministers entering the government, should the right bloc win and outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson be returned to office.
Sweden Democrats, a far-right party long excluded by other political parties in the country, are hoping to reach a new milestone, moving from their current role as parliamentary supporters to becoming full partners in a future governing coalition, RFI reports.
Sunday's election will be closely watched to determine whether this shift materializes, at a time when the balance between Sweden's two main political blocs remains uncertain just days before the vote.
Sources
- Législatives en Suède: l'extrême droite espère se faire une place dans le prochain gouvernement — RFI — Français
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