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Jörgen Berglund (M)
What Jörgen Berglund 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.
Military cooperation and NATO membership: foreign forces
- Asks what line a red-green government would pursue on the Nato issue. Means that the speaker is saying empty words if he does not plan to stick to the line that constitutes a broad majority in the Riksdag. Read the speech
- Corrects two inaccuracies in the previous speech regarding the DCA agreement. Argues that today's questions are a necessary practical consequence of the NATO membership and asks what signal it would send if Sweden did not stand behind the membership. Read the speech
- Questions about whether Miljöpartiet expects countries to come here and defend Sweden if necessary while Sweden is not allowed to export weapons to these countries. Read the speech
- Responds to the question about democracy in allied countries by pointing out that it is not the subject of today's discussion. Criticizes the Green Party's logic of denying arms exports to countries expected to defend Sweden. Argues that the nuclear weapons issue is a strange negotiation tactic since there is a lack of broad support for such legislation. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden is safer in Nato and that it is reasonable for allies to take defensive measures on Swedish territory for deterrence and defense. Criticizes the opposition's unclear stance on Nato, which harms Sweden's credibility and risks creating discord. Moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
- Answers that it is okay to have different opinions. Expresses concern that continued disputes over NATO membership can send wrong signals to allies and adversaries. Argues that the nuclear weapons issue does not belong in the report. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party's stance on nuclear weapons as strange. Expresses concern that the Green Party or the Left Party would gain influence over defense and foreign policy. Argues that Sweden must be a solidary and reliable partner in the alliance. Read the speech
Sweden's contribution to NATO's forward presence in Finland
- Argues that Finland's security is Sweden's responsibility due to shared history and proximity to Russia. Emphasizes that Sweden, as the framework nation, is responsible for establishing and resourcing a combat group in Finland to strengthen NATO's deterrence. Read the speech
Sweden total defense: SD goals, S 20,000 conscripts, V nuclear law
- Argues that the government's work constitutes the greatest reinforcement of defense capability since the Cold War. Opposes motions that risk splitting the whole and emphasizes the importance of a cohesive total defense where the focus lies on operational capability and long-term support for Ukraine. Read the speech
- Argues that there is broad support for the current war organization. Suggests that what has already been decided should be carried out first before adding further items, as personnel and materiel are limiting factors. Read the speech
- Argues that there is a lack of personnel, officers, infrastructure, and materiel to implement new measures now. Criticizes that the Social Democrats' budget lacks the funds to implement the government's decided defense reinforcements. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Left Party's proposal on offshore wind power as it may hinder the Swedish Armed Forces' ability to act in the event of war. Argues that the Swedish Armed Forces should be allowed to determine where wind power is suitable to ensure defense capability. Read the speech
- Confirms that the party supports nuclear power as a long-term solution. Argues that offshore wind power is not suitable in certain locations due to defense interests and that commercial expansion should take place where it does not conflict with defense. Read the speech
Government economic policy, nuclear power and pay transparency
- Argues that inflation is being fought and that food prices are stable. Asks the Prime Minister how the Swedish economy is growing and how Sweden stands internationally. Read the speech
Electricity subsidies, defense, migration and taxes debate
- Asks how the personnel recruitment for the Armed Forces is progressing as well as how the wartime deployment of the trained personnel is progressing. Read the speech
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Aid, citizenship, tax relief, defense and healthcare debate
- Asks how the Swedish-Finnish military cooperation is developing now that both countries are in Nato and if Finland is still Sweden's closest ally. Read the speech
Government policies on foreign affairs, schools and climate
Foreign policy, defense, and Ukraine support debate
- Asks when the defense industry strategy will be presented and what it will contain. Argues that Sweden's innovation capacity and ability to rapidly produce defense materiel is central to security and support for Ukraine. Read the speech
Total Defence 2025-2030: S, M, C plans for defense spending
- Argues that the new total defense decision is made in a unique time of seriousness and close Nato integration. Urges commitment to voluntary defense organizations and emphasizes the importance of increasing the number of members in the Home Guard to 26,000. Read the speech
- Asks what is wrong with preventing conflicts and preserving peace through the European Peace Facility. Emphasizes that the facility contributes to stability in Africa and provides support to Ukraine. Read the speech
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- Argues that the reservation's wording is confusing and can be misinterpreted. Suggests that the party should consider its wording. Read the speech
Energy policy, foreign aid, national security and infrastructure
Defense cooperation with USA: SD supports, V criticizes
- Asks how Vänsterpartiet has reasoned regarding the expiration clause since the Council on Legislation has not made any remarks on that point. Read the speech
- Argues that the Committee on the Constitution chose not to comment. Points out that a declaration of invalidity would have major consequences for Sweden and asks how the agreement affects the Swedish NATO integration in relation to other Nordic countries. Read the speech
- Argues that the agreement strengthens the transatlantic link and increases Sweden's security through deterrence. Denies that the agreement implies permanent bases, immunity for American soldiers, or the introduction of nuclear weapons. Moves for approval of the proposal. Read the speech
Economy, defense, social policy and infrastructure debate
Sweden defense and crisis preparedness: investments and taxes
- Argues that the government has taken defense most seriously through significantly increased appropriations and support for Ukraine. Emphasizes the importance of civil defense, increased capability, and cooperation with Nato and the USA to secure Sweden. Read the speech
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- Argues that the new law that has come into force prevents foreign investors in companies with security interests. Claims that the best way to maintain Swedish industry is to continue developing and buying world-class products. Read the speech
Sweden defense and crisis preparedness: 2% spending and 5 brigades
- Argues that large-scale investments in defense and crisis preparedness are necessary due to Russia's war against Ukraine as well as threats from natural disasters and vulnerabilities in the digitized society. Proud of the government's budget which strengthens civil defense through a new minister, coordination under the Ministry of Defence, and substantial investments in the Coast Guard and FRA. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus should be on military capability and endurance rather than on percentages. Points out that the party agreed on the goals in the defense decision but not on the finances. Read the speech
- Argues that the focus should be on capability development rather than on percentages. Emphasizes that Sweden must adapt to NATO's requirements and wants to enter the upcoming Defense Commission with eyes wide open. Read the speech
- Assures that the defense minister's absence is due to another commitment. Asks if the Social Democrats really mean that the government should have carried out investments in a new submarine and a regiment instead of waiting for the defense commission. Read the speech
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Economy, migration, schools and environment review in Riksdag
- Argues that Sweden is in a serious security situation and that defense capability requires a well-functioning personnel policy. Asks what measures the Minister of Defence intends to take to ensure personnel supply since it is difficult to recruit and retain personnel. Read the speech
Election of members and substitutes to parliamentary committees
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.