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Markus Wiechel (SD)
What Markus Wiechel 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.
Sweden's stance on US war against Iran and regional security
- Argues that the war is a fight for the free world against an Islamist occupying power. Claims that self-defense is permitted according to the UN Charter and criticizes the interpellation for pursuing an anti-imperialist line. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Left Party for not attacking the Iranian regime and argues that de-escalation would be a betrayal of the Iranian people. Accuses the Social Democrats of having previously ignored human rights defenders and favored the regime. Read the speech
Sida reorganization: M seeks efficiency, SD suggests new actors
- Appreciates the minister's work and the positive changes that have been implemented. However, criticizes Sidas structural and cultural problems, lack of long-term follow-up, risk of misuse and ideological priorities. Asks whether a comprehensive restructuring should be investigated. Read the speech
- Argues that the policies of the Social Democrats and the Green Party have created the problems. Criticizes Sida's structural and cultural problems as well as the lack of loyalty towards the government's priorities. Suggests that the organization should be restructured or that aid should be moved to other actors. Read the speech
- Thank the Minister for the work performed and the answers given over several years. Ask what the Minister is most concerned about in the event of a change of power after the election. Read the speech
Skatteverket powers for population registration and welfare crime
- Argues that the state must be able to identify individuals in order to maintain the rule of law and the legitimacy of the welfare systems. Welcomes enhanced powers for biometric control and stricter penalties for organized crime. Read the speech
Government economic policy, AI strategy and social issues
- Argues that the government has successfully increased the requirements for recipients of Swedish aid to make it safer and more effective. Asks if the Minister for Development Cooperation sees risks of tax money ending up with incorrect recipients, similar to during previous S-governments. Read the speech
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Council of Europe role in democracy and human rights for Ukraine
- Argues that words about democracy must be backed by action and that Russia must be held accountable for crimes against humanity. Criticizes the poor enforcement of judgments in several countries and wants to see concrete measures against foreign influence and disinformation. Read the speech
Elderly care, infrastructure and economic policy priorities
Aid support to Hepatica and Olof Palme International Centre
- Denies that money has gone to anti-abortion activities and argues that the Social Democrats rigged the system to favor their own organization. Criticizes the Social Democrats' accusations and points out that their own organization supports Fatah in Palestine. Read the speech
- Assures that no money was misappropriated and that the project in Brazil went to a youth conference. Criticizes the Social Democrats for distorting the truth for political points and accuses an activist at Sida of deliberately sabotaging payments. Read the speech
Income tax reforms: SD, S, and V debate tax cuts and capital
- Wants a tax policy that rewards diligence, stimulates work and growth. Criticizes proposals from the left that want to reduce the job tax credit and subsidize union fees at the taxpayers' expense. Read the speech
- Argues that the destructive growth development has been broken and that child poverty is now at its lowest in ten years. Asks how increased taxes and increased pressure on ordinary families are to improve their lives. Read the speech
- Argues that the current policy has improved the situation for families with children through tax cuts and effective combating of inflation. Claims that it is the government's policy that facilitates things for these groups, in contrast to under the Social Democrats' rule. Read the speech
Swedish Tax Agency measures against undeclared work report
- Argues that illegal work undermines the welfare state and criticizes previous governments for a lack of measures. Argues that the current government is actively combating the criminal economy through modernized tools and calls for the proposal to be approved. Read the speech
International law and human rights: SD, S, and V proposals
- Argues that Iran's regime is a poison to the world and that the interventions of the USA and Israel are self-defense according to international law. Criticizes opposition parties for using international law selectively and demands continued support for Ukraine. Read the speech
- Criticizes the previous speaker for having demonstrated with Hamas flags. Asks how the previous speaker views the Palestinian movement and if he distances himself from flags from the Islamic Republic and Hamas. Read the speech
- Asks if the person distances themselves from Hamas and the flags of the Islamic Republic, as these symbols are associated with oppression. Read the speech
Venezuela democracy movement: sanctions and UN reform
- Argues that changes in Venezuela may be tactical maneuvers rather than sustainable. Asks if Sweden can push for expanded sanctions and suggests that Sweden lead a new coalition with democratic states in Latin America. Read the speech
- Asks whether the government can expand the work to support people's ambassadors and whether they can consider supporting concrete security programs for journalists and activists. Also asks whether Sweden can consider reopening its embassy in Venezuela. Read the speech
- Hopes that more political prisoners are released and that democratic reforms are implemented. Urges to push for UN reforms regarding the veto power and wants the Foreign Minister to follow the work of the Sverigedemokraterna's aid foundation with the democratic opposition. Read the speech
Syrian regime attacks on Kurds and Sweden's role in region
- Argues that the current regime in Syria is a hardline Islamist sect that threatens minorities. Criticizes that the regime forces Kurds into submission and argues that the regime has released IS terrorists. Read the speech
- Argues that the SDF forces are betraying after having been the West's primary allies against Islamists. Wants Syrians to be able to return to the country, but warns that an unrealistic inclusion policy can create new conflicts and refugee flows. Read the speech
Lucia processions in schools as cultural heritage and integration
- Argues that Luciafirandet is an invaluable cultural heritage and an important integration measure that the school should strengthen rather than opt out of. Criticizes the minister for being evasive and demands that she take responsibility for safeguarding the tradition. Read the speech
- Argues that traditional Lucia processions strengthen community and children's development. Criticizes that local decisions erode the national cultural heritage and demands that the government take responsibility for safeguarding and strengthening the tradition in schools. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the minister has not presented concrete measures but only referred to future curriculum work. Wants to see a greater commitment to highlighting lucia as a bridge-builder for newcomers and proposes that it be introduced in school. Read the speech
Iran's Revolutionary Guard terrorist listing and protests
- Criticizes the government's previous Iran policy and questions the Social Democrats' credibility. Wants to close the Iranian embassy, deport diplomats, designate the IRGC as a terrorist organization, as well as expand sanctions and freeze assets for the regime. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must continue to stand up against the villainous regime in all conceivable ways. Wants the Riksdag to continue to push forward on the issue and be the voice that the people in Iran need. Read the speech
SVT terrestrial network 1.5 billion SEK and CBAM impact
- Praises the government's and the Sweden Democrats' reform of the aid policy. Simultaneously criticizes that aid funds are still being sent to North Korea and asks whether the aid to this regime will be stopped. Read the speech
Tax payment deferrals: Riksrevisionen report and government policy
- Argues that temporary deferrals have been a valuable tool but criticizes shortcomings in precision and cost control. Suggests introducing carry back as a complement to provide companies with a faster liquidity boost. Read the speech
Council of Europe role in Ukraine, Belarus and human rights
- Argues that the delegation is very active and that the cooperation between the parties works well. Criticizes member states that fail to follow the European Court of Human Rights' decisions and highlights the delegation's unity in the criticism of Turkey's lack of democratic vision. Read the speech
Solar cell and micro-production tax subsidies debate
- Wish to approve the committee's proposal. Argues that solar power creates imbalance in the electricity system and that subsidies should be temporary support for technologies that cannot survive on the market. Proposes to prioritize predictable production such as nuclear power and combined heat and power. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Center Party's credibility regarding the countryside. Asks how the Center Party intends to solve the skyrocketing electricity prices during the winter half despite their claims that we have batteries for storage. Read the speech
- Argues that the current situation with the electricity market and high electricity prices is not sustainable. Criticizes the lack of concrete solutions and demands that the speaker elaborate on their reasoning. Read the speech
Income tax impact on economy and distribution for low earners
- Argues that Sweden has too high a tax burden and high marginal taxes that dampen the motivation of employees and entrepreneurs. Wants to raise the ceiling for the gift tax deduction, introduce deductible pension savings as well as improve the conditions for employee options. Read the speech
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- Argues that high marginal taxes mean that it does not pay to work or educate oneself extra, which harms society. Warns that high taxes on successful entrepreneurs lead to them moving abroad. Read the speech
Identity verification at state agencies and population registry
- Argues that deficiencies in identity management threaten national security and the safety of citizens. Welcomes the government's work to strengthen security mechanisms and criticizes the Social Democrats' previous passivity. Read the speech
Somaliland independence recognition: Sweden's position
- Argues that the government should pursue a more offensive line and recognize Somaliland. Argues that a recognition benefits the region and the Western world by creating a reliable partner and promoting economic development. Read the speech
- Argues that Somaliland's claim to independence is legitimate and legally correct since the original treaty was never ratified. Suggests that Sweden should recognize Somaliland as a functioning state in order to follow the will of the people and promote the region's future. Read the speech
- Wants Sweden to stand out by recognizing Somaliland. Argues that Somalia is a dysfunctional state and suggests that the government should instead cooperate with Somaliland as it is a stable and reliable partner. Read the speech
Foreign policy, defense, and Ukraine support debate
Sweden's foreign policy: Ukraine aid, feminist policy and DCA
Syria developments: humanitarian crisis and minority safety
- Argues that HTS is a brutal terrorist organization that poses a threat to minorities. Warns of a systematic cleansing of minorities and asks what the government will do to support these people. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the Foreign Minister has not answered how the government intends to gather the international community regarding minority issues. Argues that HTS is a terribly brutal group and wants the government to take the issue seriously. Read the speech
Sweden's foreign policy: China, Taiwan, India and feminist policy
- Want to strengthen relations with Taiwan through increased staffing, better premises and by having Taiwan participate in international organizations. Argues that the government should develop a new China strategy with an updated threat analysis as well as strengthen diplomatic ties with India. Read the speech
Council of Europe: Democracy, East Asia ties and Turkey status
- Argues that Sweden should strengthen ties with democracies in East Asia and Oceania. Wants the delegation to support his motion to act against the authoritarian direction in Georgia. Read the speech
OSCE role in conflicts: Moscow Mechanism, Ukraine, and Belarus
- Emphasizes the importance of OSCE's work against authoritarian tendencies and emphasizes the need for election observations. Wants the delegation to work towards suspending Lukashenko's regime. Argues that the government should focus on countering discrimination against Christians and religious minorities. Read the speech
- Argues that the party has stood on Ukraine's side since before the invasion and advocates that they should receive all the military resources that Sweden can provide. Criticizes the opposition for trying to hide that the party wants to give more support to Ukraine. Read the speech
- Explains that an upper limit for the support to Ukraine is necessary because Sweden must maintain its own military capability. Argues that the party is the one that most clearly stands on Ukraine's side and wants to give as much as possible. Read the speech
Sweden's role and EU activities in 2023: SD, V, and C demands
Human rights, democracy and ecocide in the Rome Statute
- Questions whether the Socialdemokraterna can be trusted in these matters after they, during their period in government, did not recognize the genocide of 1915 despite previous promises. Read the speech
- Asks if the Social Democrats can be trusted and argues that their previous actions in government and opposition provide no confidence. Read the speech
- Wants Sweden to recognize the genocide of the Ishaaq clan in Somalia and moves for approval of reservation 3. Criticizes the lack of recognition of the 1915 genocide and IS's atrocities. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should investigate the issue of ecocide. Assures that the party is Ukraine's foremost friend in the Riksdag and has pushed for increased support. Read the speech
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Taiwan designation in official documents and practice
- Criticizes the name change of Taiwan as a province of China as a scandal and an inaccuracy. Argues that the Foreign Minister should provide guidance to the authority to cease this insult. Read the speech
- Argues that a return to the previous designation of Taiwan would not affect the government's one-China policy. Wants the Foreign Minister to make statements that guide the authority to do the right thing and stand up for Taiwan. Read the speech
Taiwan designation in Swedish population register debate
- Criticizes that the Swedish Tax Agency uses an incorrect designation for Taiwan. Argues that this is due to pressure and asks if the minister confirms that pressure is the basis for the change. Read the speech
- I hope that the government takes the information that pressure may have caused the change of the designation seriously. I want them to at least take these pieces of information seriously. Read the speech
IRGC terrorist listing and regulatory framework review
- Urges the government to do everything to prevent the execution of Toomaj Salehi. Argues that the terror listing of IRGC is necessary to liberate the Iranian people and demands that sanctions be directed against the entire organization. Asks the Social Democrats if they can cooperate to change the terror listing procedure. Read the speech
- Asks if the Foreign Minister is prepared to work to change the blunt regulatory framework. Also asks what guarantees exist that the previous government will not return to its previous Iran policy if they win the election again. Read the speech
Gaza ceasefire, UNRWA support and defense capacity policy
- Asks the Minister for Foreign Affairs what measures are needed to deal with the Russian shadow fleet in the Baltic Sea. The ships are used to bypass EU sanctions against Russian oil and for espionage. Read the speech
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Sweden's support for Gaza and UNRWA aid debate
- Argues that Hamas's terrorist attacks are the basis for the suffering in Gaza. Defends Israel's right to self-defense and suggests improving the humanitarian situation by guaranteeing immediate access for aid in consultation with Israel. Read the speech
- Argues that humanitarian access to Gaza must be secured through more routes. Stands firm that freezing aid to UNRWA is correct because the organization has terrorist links and is used by Hamas. Read the speech
- Suggests using other organizations that Israel respects to reach children who are starving. Argues that UNRWA has clear links to antisemitism and criticizes the Social Democrats for their historical contacts with the PLO. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' historical contacts with organizations labeled as terrorist and their indifference towards current forces. Argues that access to Gaza should be ensured without going through UNRWA. Read the speech
- Proposes that one should invest in organizations such as World Food Programme or UNHCR to increase access. Argues that one should use organizations that can reach in without connections to those being investigated by the UN. Read the speech
- Argues that Israel has a fundamental right to defend itself, but emphasizes that the country must follow international law and ensure that as few civilians as possible are affected. Also condemns war crimes committed by Israel. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Left Party's previous cooperation with DFLP and that aid was channeled to an organization involved in a terror attack. Asks what lessons the Left Party draws from this and why they criticize the freezing of aid to UNRWA. Read the speech
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Foreign policy: Ukraine, Gaza, aid reform and China-Taiwan
- Argues that Sweden must support freedom fighters in totalitarian states and meet China's threat against Taiwan through increased cooperation with democracies. Criticizes the Polish government's violations of the rule of law and freedom of the media. Read the speech
- Argues that the issue is complicated due to terrorist groups in the region. Advocates for a cautious line and argues that the issue cannot be resolved in a parliamentary debate. Read the speech
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Sweden's international cooperation and foreign policy priorities
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Sweden becomes stronger through active dialogue and cooperation to secure national interests, especially in a time of regression for peace and democracy. Read the speech
- Rejects accusations of hate speech against Muslims and argues that the Social Democrats are spreading disinformation. Explains that the statements are intended to combat a growing Islamist threat and emphasizes the importance of freedom of speech. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden must combat political Islamism and other threats to society. Criticizes that one is not allowed to criticize religions and emphasizes that freedom of religion means the right to believe in any religion whatsoever. Read the speech
- Rejects accusations of hate speech against Islam and argues that it is permissible to criticize the religion. Criticizes Morgan Johansson's party for links to radical Islam and antisemitism. Read the speech
- Asks whether it is permitted to criticize a religion or dislike its message. Argues that one is allowed to have any religious belief as long as it does not harm others. Points out documented links between the Socialdemokraterna and radical Islamism. Read the speech
IRGC terrorist designation: EU coordination and sanctions
- Argues that the IRGC is a tool for terror and oppression. Criticizes the government's passive actions and signaling policy and urges the Foreign Minister to use the Riksdag's support to push for a terror listing. Read the speech
- Argues that the party ensured the toughest possible measures against IRGC in the EU committee. Criticizes the claim that court decisions are required, as the regulatory framework allows for listing based on information from third parties or initiated investigations. Read the speech
Housing, infrastructure, defense and foreign policy debate
- Argues that the government is doing its utmost to support Israel. Asks what the government is doing to secure transatlantic support for Ukraine and what clouds of concern exist for long-term support. Read the speech
EU activities 2022: sanctions, Cuba agreement and Belarus
- Criticizes the Social Democrats for having taken a soft stance towards dictatorships in Iran, Cuba, China, and Palestine. Asks how it is possible that the Social Democrats always stand on the side of the dictatorship. Read the speech
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- Welcomes the committee's proposal on tougher sanctions against Russia, Belarus, and China as well as a review of the agreement with Cuba. Argues that the aid should be results-based and demands powerful sanctions against Iran, including against Al-Mustafa International University. Read the speech
- Criticizes that the agreement with Cuba does not protect democracy activists and argues that it was unpaid. Advocates for effective aid with better control over the funds and argues that the government's combined trade and aid policy is an improvement. Read the speech
- Criticizes the policy towards Cuba as the dialogue has ignored human rights and the opposition. Argues that there are no reasons to favor oppressive states and emphasizes that Somaliland is a democratic prime example. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' historical actions during the war years. Argues that the Sweden Democrats stand closer to democracies than the Social Democrats and emphasizes that their own political roots are based on values of democracy and human rights. Read the speech
- Argues that Morgan Johansson has not made any false claims. Criticizes the Social Democrats for having called the Sweden Democrats a threat to democracy during the election campaign. Read the speech
- Confirms that they share the view on the need for a new legal basis. Argues that the reservation was not needed because the committee majority's text already allows for a review of the current approach. Read the speech
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Sweden's role in Council of Europe and human rights support
- Argues that Sweden should strengthen democracy work by providing platforms and spaces for transparency to democratic oppositionists in Belarus as well as in countries such as Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua. Wants the Council of Europe's commitments to have worldwide implications. Read the speech
Human rights: Magnitsky sanctions and 1.25% GDP aid proposal
- Criticizes the Social Democrats' previous actions regarding the Iran issue. Asks if the speaker's opposite is proud of the party's previous policy since they have participated in celebrations and trade agreements with the repressive regime. Read the speech
- Argues that it was the Sweden Democrats who pushed for harsher measures against the IRGC. Points out that the Social Democrats are now pushing through the Sweden Democrats' and the Centre Party's motions on terror listing. Asks if the speaker distances themselves from the government's previous Iran policy. Read the speech
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- Argues that the party pushed for a tough stance against the Iranian regime and IRGC within the government cooperation. Claims that they advocated for the toughest possible measures against IRGC. Read the speech
- Argues that everyone, including the government, agreed to push for a terror listing. Criticizes the Social Democrats' previous passive policy towards Iran and questions the speaker's previous statements. Read the speech
Sweden's foreign policy: Taiwan, Israel-Palestine, Iran
- Argues that foreign policy was previously mismanaged and welcomes current reforms. Wants to freeze assets from illegitimate regimes, strengthen cooperation with Taiwan, revoke the recognition of Palestine as well as scrap the JCPOA agreement with Iran. Read the speech
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Sweden's Nato membership: collective defense and security
- Proposes approval of the proposal on NATO membership. Argues that membership is necessary to defend the free world against authoritarian states and to strengthen Nordic cooperation as well as the defense industry. Read the speech
Sweden foreign policy, Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions debate
- Argues that it is positive that the Social Democrats want the IRGC to be blacklisted. Asks whether the Social Democrats will support the Sweden Democrats' motion on this when it is handled in the committee. Read the speech
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- Criticizes the government's and the Social Democrats' previous foreign policy as naive and cowardly. Argues that Sweden should toughen its Iran policy by blacklisting the IRGC, scrapping the nuclear deal, and introducing sharp sanctions. Read the speech
- Argues that the aid should focus on results rather than on the quantity of money used. Emphasizes that the most important thing is what the money is used for to make a difference in the world. Read the speech
- Argues that aid can be effective even with smaller sums if the money is spent on the right things. He views the merging of the aid and trade minister positions positively, which can benefit female entrepreneurs in poor countries. Read the speech
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- Argues that one has been firm in both the Foreign Affairs Committee and the EU Committee to get the government to adopt the toughest possible stance against the IRGC. Asks if one will vote yes to the motion to list the IRGC as a terrorist organization. Read the speech
- Argues that the party advocates for a terror classification of IRGC and that they voted for the toughest possible measures within the EU committee. Asks whether Vänsterpartiet will join forces with Sverigedemokraterna on the issue. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should work for the toughest possible measures against IRGC and investigate the conditions for consensus on a terror classification. Asks if the opposing party will vote yes to the Sweden Democrats' motion to terror-classify IRGC. Read the speech
Foreign policy, healthcare, Natoprocess crisis and EU sanctions
- Questions about whether the government intends to take any specific initiatives to account for Swedish freedom of speech legislation, particularly in the foreign policy dimension and in relation to the tense security policy situation. Read the speech
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Sweden's response to Iran situation and sanctions debate
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- Argues that the government should clearly declare that Sweden stands on the side of the Iranian people in the fight against the regime. Criticizes the Foreign Minister for not having answered questions about sharp sanctions against the relatives of the mullahs. Read the speech
Economy, migration, schools and environment review in Riksdag
- Asks what concrete measures the government will take to support the Iranian people's struggle against the oppressive regime. Read the speech
Foreign policy, security, school, and climate debate
- Argues that Ukraine deserves full support and that the occupation must cease. Wants to strengthen ties to Taiwan through trade connections and recognition of their sovereignty. Criticizes the social democratic government's actions regarding the oppression in Iran. Read the speech
- Argues that there is great potential to redirect aid and investments so that they become more effective. Sees it as positive that the government merges the trade area with the aid area to streamline the work. Read the speech
- Means that the government will act seriously against threats and emphasizes that security considerations must be more clearly involved in aid issues. Read the speech
- Argues that the government shows decisiveness by abolishing meaningless poster politics. Criticizes the previous feminist foreign policy for having ignored fundamental values and legitimized oppression. Read the speech
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