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Alexandra Völker (S)
What Alexandra Völker has said in the chamber of the Swedish Riksdag, debate by debate. The lines under each debate sum up a speech; they are written and translated by AI in advance and may contain errors, so check against the speech.
Kammarkoll has the Riksdag's speeches from 26 September 2022 onwards; older debates are not included.
National strategy for rare health conditions and precision health
- Argues that Sweden is one of the few EU countries without a national strategy for rare health conditions. Asks whether the government intends to adopt Socialstyrelsen's proposal and, if so, when. Read the speech
- Welcomes the positive decision regarding a national strategy. Asks whether the strategy will include all perspectives as well as whether there are resources for implementation, follow-up, and coordination. Emphasizes that healthcare is completely central for all patients. Read the speech
- Waiting for a positive decision on a clear strategy and coordination for those living with rare health conditions. Argues that the coordination must not become a full-time task for the parents. Asks about the resources for knowledge-enhancing measures. Read the speech
UN role in Swedish foreign policy: SD, S, and V proposals
- Argues that the UN is a crucial institution for diplomacy and shared responsibility. Criticizes the government's reduced support for UN bodies and lack of prioritization of international meetings. Wants Sweden to advocate for a just world order through an international equality commission. Read the speech
Sweden foreign policy: Ukraine aid, Nato, and DCA agreement
- Criticizes the government for cutting aid to Sudan, South Sudan, and Afghanistan as well as for reducing support to UN organizations. Argues that climate change poses a threat to security and demands that Sweden take responsibility by strengthening common institutions. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must return to the one percent goal for aid. Criticizes that Sweden is backing away from countries such as Afghanistan and South Sudan and emphasizes that Sweden must continue to take a large responsibility in the world. Read the speech
- Agrees that the support for Ukraine must be robust and long-term. Expresses concern that the government chooses to turn a blind eye to major challenges and how Sweden's own security is affected. Read the speech
- Asks what the Swedish government is pursuing regarding the reform of the UN. Criticizes that the government does not prioritize the UN and chooses not to participate actively at the ministerial level. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government does not prioritize the UN and asks what Sweden actually prioritizes regarding the reform. Demands clear statements on what the government is driving and where Sweden actually stands. Read the speech
- Asks whether it is a responsible aid policy to break entered into agreements. Criticizes the government's decision to suddenly terminate all aid to Afghanistan and demand repayment of disbursed funds. Read the speech
- Argues that the international aid was extensive. Criticizes that projects in Afghanistan were terminated prematurely and emphasizes that small projects make a big difference on the ground. Read the speech
Iran's Revolutionary Guard terrorist listing and protests
- Argues that the Iranian regime lacks legitimacy and poses a threat to Sweden and the rest of the world. Wants the Iranian Revolutionary Guard to be classified as a terrorist organization and that the EU clearly takes a stand against the regime. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has the responsibility and the opportunity to act to increase the pressure on the regime. Hopes that the EU expands its measures, thinks creatively and ultimately blacklists the Islamic Revolutionary Guard. Read the speech
- Argues that the Iranian regime acts with unimaginable brutality against its people. Wants Sweden and the EU to act against the regime, which constitutes a threat to both Iran and Sweden. Read the speech
Swedish aid to Afghanistan: M wants phase out for Ukraine
- Criticizes the government for betraying Afghanistan's civilian population and women by terminating aid agreements prematurely. Argues that the decision to phase out the aid forces organizations to break promises to children and families, which undermines trust. Read the speech
- Argues that it is possible to continue supporting organizations in Afghanistan. Criticizes the government's decision to phase out aid as a betrayal of the civilian population and irresponsible as it breaks agreements and undermines trust in Swedish authorities. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government acts irresponsibly by suddenly changing directives and withdrawing support from organizations. Argues that Sweden should contribute to global stability and return to the one percent goal to support civil society and democracy. Read the speech
Commission's 2026 work programme: trade, security, climate
- Argues that the EU must stand up for Ukraine's sovereignty by ensuring access to frozen Russian assets and demands that the EU activates the blocking statute to protect the independence of the International Criminal Court. Criticizes that climate change is not mentioned as a direct security threat in the Commission's work program. Read the speech
Sweden's actions and UNRWA support in Gaza war debate
- Criticizes that the government has withdrawn support from UNRWA, which is critical for the humanitarian infrastructure in Gaza. Wants the government to resume the support to prevent the humanitarian system from collapsing and more people dying. Read the speech
- Wants the government to immediately resume support to UNRWA to prevent the humanitarian system in Gaza from collapsing. Argues that the government's reluctance to listen to organizations on the ground risks leading to more suffering and death. Read the speech
Medical needs in Gaza: Sweden's responsibility to patients
- Argues that the situation in Gaza is catastrophic and that children with lifelong disabilities need acute and long-term medical care. Asks why Sweden does not receive injured children from Gaza and how the country can contribute in the long term. Read the speech
- Argues that Gaza's healthcare system has collapsed and that the blockade prevents life-saving supplies. Criticizes that the government has removed the funding from UNRWA and asks if Egypt is expected to take full medical responsibility. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden has the capacity to receive injured children from Gaza and should listen to the World Health Organization and the EU. Wants Sweden to take responsibility for both helping injured children now and rebuilding the healthcare system in the long term. Read the speech
Sweden's EU priorities 2024: sanctions, defense and trade
- Argues that the EU is the primary foreign policy arena and criticizes that the Council of State did not mention the situation in Gaza. Asks if the government is ready to work towards freezing the trade agreement with Israel. Read the speech
- Argues that the government must act faster to prevent a genocide in Gaza. Criticizes that Sweden is lagging in leadership and deviating from the EU line by withdrawing support to UNRWA. Read the speech
EU 2024 activities: Russian oil embargo and trade deals
- Argues that the EU must strengthen its defense capability and capacity to act as a security policy actor. Wants to introduce a sanction ladder against countries that dismantle democracy, freeze the trade agreement with Israel now as well as that the EU takes the lead in climate work. Read the speech
Sweden's actions on Gaza: UNRWA support and trade freeze
- Argues that the Israeli government's actions in Gaza are appalling and that they are using hunger as a weapon. Asks if the Foreign Minister is prepared to work to have the trade agreement frozen here and now. Read the speech
- Argues that UNRWA's infrastructure is critical to reach people in need. Criticizes Israel's blockade and plans for forced displacements and demands that Sweden freezes the trade agreement now. Read the speech
Foreign policy, education, healthcare and UNRWA funding
- Criticizes that the government has treated civil society organizations poorly by terminating grants and introducing strict rules. Argues that increased political steering and late agreements affect the organizations' work and asks if the Minister for Development Cooperation considers that this provides good conditions. Read the speech
Sweden's participation in Nato air defense operations in Poland
- Argues that Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine constitutes an existential threat to Sweden and Europe. Moves for approval of the proposal for Swedish participation in the air defense operation to strengthen security in the surrounding area and support Ukraine. Read the speech
Commission work programme 2025: security, bureaucracy, growth
- Argues that the work program is problematic because it does not reflect the new security policy reality. Wants the EU to prioritize relations with countries that stand up for the rules-based world order and take a stand against all claims that undermine international law. Read the speech
Sweden's foreign policy: Ukraine aid, feminist policy and DCA
- Criticizes the government for reducing financial support to UN organizations and argues that Sweden must stand up for the multilateral system. Wants Sweden to push for a common EU voice and counter gender apartheid in authoritarian states. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the latest budget has prioritized tax cuts for high-income earners over the needs of Swedes with the greatest needs. Argues that the government has reduced aid to Afghanistan, South Sudan, and several UN organizations. Read the speech
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Sweden's engagement in Ethiopia and inclusive peace process
- Wants Sweden to take a larger and more important role in an inclusive peace process in Ethiopia. Argues that current conflicts and climate change create enormous suffering and require increased engagement. Read the speech
- Argues that the situation in Ethiopia is serious and requires a peace process that includes the entire population. Wants Sweden to take a larger role and act more clearly for a long-term peace that stabilizes the region. Read the speech
- Argues that peace processes in Ethiopia are not sustainable if they do not include the entire population and women. Emphasizes the importance of continuing to support civil society and that the issue needs more attention due to its serious consequences. Read the speech
Iran: Classifying Revolutionary Guard as terrorist group
- Argues that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard acts as a terrorist organization and should therefore be classified as such. Asks how the Foreign Minister is working to create unity in the EU regarding this. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should have pursued the issue of terrorist listing earlier. Asks what the Foreign Minister is doing concretely to create unity in the EU as well as what initiatives the government is taking to support Iranian democracy activists. Read the speech
- Argues that Iran poses a major threat to both its own inhabitants and the rest of the world through violence capital and arms deliveries to Russia. Wants to continue raising the issue and proposes that gender apartheid should be recognized as a crime against international law. Read the speech
Sweden's 2025 NATO contribution and defense against Russia
- Supports the government's proposal to contribute to NATO's deterrence and defense. Argues that the Riksdag must be kept continuously informed about the contribution and demands that the agenda for women, peace, and security should be integrated into the Swedish contribution. Read the speech
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EU heads of state meeting: security, Mercosur, Ukraine aid
- Argues that an action plan is required to guarantee support for Ukraine if the USA delays it. Criticizes that the competitiveness declaration lacked a perspective for increased employment. Read the speech
- Argues that more must be done to strengthen Sweden's voice for a united Europe in the support for Ukraine. Asks what the Prime Minister is doing to work for peace, a ceasefire and a cessation of hostilities in Gaza. Read the speech
Sweden's UN vote on Israel and West Bank settlements
- Criticizes that the government chooses to withhold Sweden's vote in the UN and that the Foreign Minister, in his speech, focused on Israel's right to self-defense instead of marking the ICJ's opinion. Asks why Sweden's position in the UN was not clarified if it was the wording of the resolution that was the problem. Read the speech
Gender apartheid in Afghanistan and UN convention status
- Want Sweden to urge the UN to include gender apartheid in the upcoming convention on crimes against humanity. Argues that Narges Mohammadi's example of institutionalized oppression in Iran and Afghanistan demonstrates the need for this recognition. Read the speech
- Argues that the UN should recognize gender apartheid as a crime against humanity and include it in a convention. Criticizes the government for abstaining in the UN when it comes to following the rulings of international courts. Read the speech
- Regrets that Sweden has left the feminist foreign policy, which means that the country has lost a network to jointly promote issues regarding women's rights. Argues that Sweden could have used this network to promote the issue of gender apartheid. Read the speech
Sweden's aid to Afghanistan and UN support funding levels
- Argues that the international community's presence is more important than ever to avoid losing 20 years of development. Claims that it is possible to conduct effective aid on-site through organizations working for women's rights [3, 4-8]. Asks how the government views the long-term commitment. Read the speech
- Argues that it is the people, especially women and girls, who are affected if Sweden withdraws. Claims that it is possible to conduct effective aid in Afghanistan and that Sweden must take advantage of this. Read the speech
- Argues that it is possible to carry out effective aid work in Afghanistan via UN organizations without money reaching the Taliban regime. Criticizes the government for cutting support to these organizations and argues that we must not let 20 years of work go to waste. Read the speech
Ethiopia human rights violations and EU development aid
- Argues that the international community must act more forcefully to protect civilians and stop the violence against the Amhara. Emphasizes that the UN has warned of genocide and war crimes as well as that human rights must be upheld. Read the speech
- Argues that horrific crimes against human rights in Ethiopia, especially against the Amhara, must be made visible. Emphasizes that the international community must work for an inclusive Ethiopia and that extensive resources are required to manage the conflict and climate change. Read the speech
Ethiopia humanitarian situation and conflict response
- Argues that the situation in Ethiopia is extremely serious due to armed conflict and drought. Asks how the government is acting to increase the international community's engagement and demands that an independent investigation be appointed. Read the speech
IRGC terrorist listing and regulatory framework review
- Criticizes that the government did not push the issue during the EU presidency. Argues that the revolutionary guard should be blacklisted due to its terror against the population and foreign citizens. Asks if the government supports Borrell's intention to review legal conditions. Read the speech
- Argues that the Sweden Democrats have not been of any help despite their influence. Wants to review the regulatory framework for terror listings because the current criteria were made in a different time. Asks for the Foreign Minister's view on reviewing the regulatory framework. Read the speech
- Wish that the government had taken responsibility earlier by giving a clear mandate to push for a terror listing of the revolutionary guard. Urge the government to use the parliamentary support to review the regulatory framework for terror listings. Read the speech
Foreign policy: Ukraine, Gaza, aid reform and China-Taiwan
- Argues that global challenges such as climate change and war require international cooperation through the UN. Criticizes the government's cuts in aid to Afghanistan and demands that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard be put on a terror list. Read the speech
IRGC terrorist designation: EU coordination and sanctions
- Criticizes that the government does not take the threat from Iran seriously or investigate the basis for a terror listing. Argues that the Revolutionary Guard acts as a terrorist organization and therefore should be classified as such. Read the speech
- Argues that it was the Sweden Democrats' vague formulations that prevented the government from acting to have a terror listing. Demands that the government now acts to have IRGC listed as a terrorist organization and gather the EU's member states. Read the speech
Sweden's view on Israel-Gaza conflict and government actions
- Argues that the situation in Gaza is desperate and that civilian casualties must be minimized by following international law. Asks why the government is reallocating funds from UNRWA and why Sweden abstained from voting for a UN resolution. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the government base questions UNRWA despite the organization being vital for civilians in Gaza. Argues that the US UN ambassador has emphasized that UNRWA plays a critical role and that their staff work under great danger. Read the speech
Abolition of feminist foreign policy and impact on women
- Argues that history shows that foreign policy is often shaped by men, which excludes women from solutions. Claims that a strategy and active work are required to highlight women and ensure their share of power. Read the speech
- Argues that feminism is a tool to actively work for women's share of power. Criticizes that the abolition of feminist foreign policy means that equality is no longer put first. Read the speech
Iran: Listing Revolutionary Guard as terror group and sanctions
- Criticizes that Iran has not been a separate item on the EU's agenda during Sweden's presidency. Argues that the Revolutionary Guard should be classified as a terrorist organization and asks if the Foreign Minister is actively working to create unity within the EU for this. Read the speech
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- Criticizes that the Ministry for Foreign Affairs describes the protests as subsiding despite the regime's violence. Argues that the regime is a brutal apparatus of violence and urges the government to act for a terror classification of the Revolutionary Guard. Read the speech
Immigration, AI, and Sami organization meetings in Riksdag
- Asks how the Foreign Minister assesses how the image of Sweden is affected if the government introduces a disclosure law. Points out that the Foreign Minister has previously compared such laws to Nazi Germany, the Soviet Union, and Franco's Spain. Read the speech
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Welfare funding distribution and resource needs in Sweden
- Argues that inflation and cost increases make it difficult for municipalities to maintain welfare and housing construction. Criticizes the government for choosing to give 13 billion kronor to private individuals instead of supporting municipalities and regions. Read the speech
- Criticizes the government's demands for efficiency and digitalization as arrogant since the staff are already working under difficult conditions. Asks if the government considers private consumption to be better than public consumption. Read the speech
Human rights: Magnitsky sanctions and 1.25% GDP aid proposal
- Argues that the Iranian regime is an apparatus of violence that has lost its legitimacy and demands that Sweden works to have the Islamic Revolutionary Guard listed as a terrorist organization by the EU. Advocates for a feminist foreign policy and wants Sweden to act for the release of political prisoners in Turkey and Russia. Read the speech
- Accuses the Sweden Democrats of having backed down in the EU committee and chosen the government's line. Argues that if they had stood up for their demands for the revolutionary guard to be blacklisted, it would have been Sweden's line. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has not acted despite the Social Democrats pushing for a terror listing. Criticizes that the government has failed to get Iran on the EU's agenda and that they blocked the proposal in December. Read the speech
- Notes that she shares the feeling that the listing of the Revolutionary Guard is finally happening. Asks how the member views the government's and the Liberals' actions in the matter and criticizes the Liberals for having opposed the Swedish line. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Liberals for backing down when it actually matters regarding decisions. Argues that the Liberals use a different language outwardly than when they are seen in the Riksdag. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Sweden Democrats for not having acted when they had the opportunity. Argues that it is the opposition and the Social Democrats who have actually pushed forward on the issue during the spring. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has not followed up on the requirement to push for a terror listing. Wants the government to receive a clear requirement to try to gather support to terror-list the revolutionary guard. Read the speech
Sweden's participation in Sudan evacuation: 400 armed personnel
- Supports the government in the work to bring Swedish citizens and personnel to safety. Argues that the serious situation requires that a mandate for armed force be granted to enable the evacuation. Moves for approval of the proposals in the report. Read the speech
Sweden's foreign policy: Taiwan, Israel-Palestine, Iran
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- Criticizes that the right is afraid of the word feminism. Argues that women are constantly left out in peace negotiations and asks how the Liberalerna view the future for the mediation network. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the scrapping of the feminist foreign policy has meant that important policy has disappeared. Argues that the government has difficulty promoting women to decision-making positions within security policy. Read the speech
Measures against Iran and designating Revolutionary Guard
- Argues that the Iranian regime lacks legitimacy and poses a threat to the surrounding region. Criticizes the government for lacking courage and suggests that Sweden, as the EU chair, must push to list the Revolutionary Guard on the terror list. Read the speech
- Argues that the government is not working actively enough to create unity within the EU. Wants Sweden to take its responsibility as chair country and act powerfully instead of hiding behind its role. Read the speech
- Wants the government to stop hiding behind the presidency and take an active leadership to unite the member countries. Argues that Sweden must work to highlight women as part of the solution in the Iranian freedom struggle. Read the speech
Sweden foreign policy, Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions debate
- Argues that global challenges such as climate change and famine require international cooperation. Criticizes the government's reduced international engagement and aid savings. Wants to strengthen the UN, support women's rights and push for that the EU terror lists the revolutionary guard. Read the speech
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- Asks whether the Liberals will support an active push for a terror listing of the revolutionary guard in the EU committee. Points out that the government, where the Liberals sit, is not actively pushing the issue but rather checking the positions of other countries. Read the speech
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Measures against Iran: sanctions, terror labeling and ambassador
- Argues that Sweden must act more strongly through the EU to meet the brutal violence against Iranian protesters. Wants the government, during Sweden's EU presidency, to push for tougher sanctions and consensus to designate the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must act more forcefully against the Iranian people's violence and executions. Asks how the government will work to unite the EU countries behind a terror designation of the Revolutionary Guard during the Swedish presidency. Read the speech
- Argues that the regime systematically murders people for protesting for their rights. Demands that the government shows more drive, introduces harsher sanctions, pushes to put the revolutionary guard on the terror list and summons Iran's ambassador. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.