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Stefan Olsson (M)
What Stefan Olsson 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.
Welfare, school, migration and economy debate in Riksdag
- Proposes that municipalities should create a system for financial compensation for persons affected by serious neglect within elderly care. Argues that municipalities should also establish a counterpart to the patient committee for elderly care. Read the speech
- Argues that the municipalities have the ultimate responsibility for the tragic cases of neglect. Points out that it is not Sweden's Minister for Older People who is responsible for ensuring that the care is carried out correctly. Read the speech
- Argues that the Moderates do not want to abolish LOV but want to expand the law. Criticizes the Left Party's responsibility for elderly care in Uppsala and urges the member to support the motion. Read the speech
Export control of war materiel and dual-use products 2025
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal on updated guidelines for the export of war materiel. Argues that the changes strengthen the alliance by signaling confidence in partners and facilitate things for the defense industry through common EU rules. Read the speech
- Argues that he cannot guarantee future decisions since he is a member and does not know if he will be re-elected. Argues that the Moderaterna do not have a specific stance on exports to Israel, but that it is an issue driven by the Sverigedemokraterna. Suggests that companies wishing to sell to other countries should receive a legally secure review by Swedish authorities. Read the speech
- Asks if MP Johansson can guarantee that Vänsterpartiet will not have influence over Swedish war materiel exports. Argues that MP Johansson cannot assure Sweden that specific individuals will not become Minister for Defence, Foreign Affairs, or Justice. Read the speech
Government economic policy, AI strategy and social issues
- Asks the Minister for Development Cooperation what organ UNDP actually is and how long Sweden has cooperated with it. Also asks whether the government considers UNDP to be a corrupt organ. Read the speech
Israel-Palestine conflict: Sweden's position and EU agreement
- Wants to approve the committee's proposal to reject all motions. Argues that Iran's support for Hamas caused the war and that a two-state solution is the only realistic alternative. Read the speech
- Argues that the association agreement is a tool that can be used. Suggests that a dialogue should be held with Israel and the agreement should be used as a means of pressure if the settlement policy continues. Read the speech
- Argues that it is uncertain whether pausing the EU's association agreement with Israel will have an effect. Expresses doubt about the tool's effectiveness as a decision is required in the EU and Israel may choose not to change its position. Read the speech
- Argues that the UN Charter does not provide clear legal solutions in cases of major abuses or sponsored terrorism. Acknowledges that it is an international law gray area but argues that one can understand the moral purpose of Israel's actions. Read the speech
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- Stands behind the government's policy and supports the Belgian initiative. Recommends that the member of parliament submits an interpellation to the responsible minister to obtain an answer to the question of whether Sweden itself should introduce a corresponding rule. Read the speech
- Answers questions on trade policy and argues that Sweden should conduct trade policy within the EU. Denies a total boycott of Israel and emphasizes that dialogue through the EU can have an effect on the West Bank and the settlement policy. Read the speech
- Asks whether the member shares the government's view that Hamas cannot have a place in a future government of Gaza. Argues that it is unclear whether the member intends for Hamas to participate in talks. Read the speech
- Describes Hamas as a totalitarian and anti-Semitic movement with a sick ideology. Argues that Hamas should not be included in the conversation but only its own surrender should be discussed. Asks if it is the Green Party's policy that Hamas should have a political role. Read the speech
Electricity subsidies, defense, migration and taxes debate
- Asks the Minister of Defence how Sweden incorporates lessons from the drone warfare in Ukraine into the buildup of the Armed Forces. Also asks what form of cooperation Sweden has with Ukraine and what the public should know about this. Read the speech
Sweden foreign policy: Ukraine aid, Nato, and DCA agreement
- Want to emphasize the necessity of reforming the UN Security Council. Argues that the current order is outdated and that populous countries in the south must be given influence in order to maintain the international legal system. Read the speech
- Argues that the aid to Afghanistan was not massive and explains that the government concentrates projects on fewer countries to achieve better effect. Requests that the Minister for Foreign Affairs should answer detailed questions about the agreements. Read the speech
- Argues that the member should turn to the Minister for Development Cooperation for detailed questions. Points out that it is impossible for individual members of Parliament to have detailed knowledge of all thousands of development projects. Read the speech
Crime policy, social reforms and economy: prison rental
Question Time: Eating disorders, Gaza genocide, and inflation
- Asks the Minister for Foreign Affairs which meetings she will have during the high-level week at the UN and what Sweden's most important messages will be regarding the Russian aggression. Read the speech
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Sweden's actions and UNRWA support in Gaza war debate
- Asks how the member believes Israel is committing genocide based on the legal definition. Argues that the government has chosen a smarter and more flexible model by doubling the humanitarian support to Gaza. Read the speech
- Criticizes the use of the term genocide and the Left Party's connection to antisemitic rhetoric. Argues that humanitarian aid can be given directly to other organizations and that Sweden's contribution to UNRWA is relatively small. Read the speech
Government initiatives on security, economy, culture and social policy
- Asks what Sweden has done to counter Russian propaganda and asks the Minister to account for Sweden's role as a co-funder of Radio Free Europe. Read the speech
EU 2024 activities: Russian oil embargo and trade deals
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Europe must arm itself in solidarity and proposes a total embargo on Russian oil and gas. Asks if the Foreign Affairs Committee should continue to process the letter. Read the speech
- Argues that Member Risberg incorrectly describes the situation regarding Russian oil. Wants that origin labeling of gasoline and diesel should occur within the framework of the EU in order to preserve the common market. Read the speech
- Argues that common regulations within the EU are better than national solutions to create equal conditions. Criticizes the introduction of more regulations as it can affect economic growth negatively. Read the speech
New law on international sanctions: reporting and Russian vetoes
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal in all points. Argues that authorities should have a reporting obligation in cases of suspected sanctions violations and that national sanctions are not subject to this matter. Read the speech
- Agrees that it is strange that Sweden has not followed up on sanction violations. Argues that a lack of compilations and difficulties in following up on foreign owners make it difficult to obtain a factual basis. Read the speech
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- Argues that the Riksdag has already stated that the government shall draft a proposal on national sanctions. Explains that the current matter does not cover national sanctions but only international sanctions from the UN and the EU. Read the speech
- Argues that the current matter concerns EU and UN sanctions and not national sanctions. Accepts waiting with national sanctions but shares the view that such may be needed. Read the speech
Sweden's participation in Nato air defense operations in Poland
- Supports the proposal because it is a vital Swedish security interest to protect the support for Ukraine. Argues that it is a strength that military personnel act on the people's mandate and votes in favor. Read the speech
Commission work programme 2025: security, bureaucracy, growth
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and argues that the program rightly focuses on economic growth and regulatory simplifications. Emphasizes the need for increased European independence in defense, prioritizes membership for Ukraine and Moldova and calls for restraint regarding the EU's role in the member states' democratic processes. Read the speech
- Denies that there are plans to abolish rules. Argues that the Commission's work program focuses on rule simplifications, such as digital reporting, rather than removing regulations. Read the speech
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- Corrects a factual error regarding a commissioner's party affiliation. Argues that the commission wants to simplify rule application by reducing administrative burden, not abolish rules. Read the speech
- Argues that competitiveness and leading companies are important. Claims that the regulatory burden must be reduced by simplifying the application of existing rules rather than abolishing them. Read the speech
Foreign policy, defense, and Ukraine support debate
- Asks the Minister of Finance about talks with EU colleagues regarding common EU loans. Argues that many countries see the need for a buildup despite weak public finances and that common loans are problematic. Read the speech
Sweden's foreign policy: Ukraine aid, feminist policy and DCA
- Confirms the government's foreign policy declaration and emphasizes the importance of stopping the Russian aggression in solidarity with the neighboring countries. Argues that Sweden must strengthen its own defense capability and that every country must finance its own defense with its own means. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden supports UNRWA's work for legal reasons. Explains, however, that the government demands changes because the organization in Gaza is infiltrated by Hamas and has used anti-Semitic content in textbooks. Read the speech
- Argues that one should trust Israeli intelligence information regarding Hamas infiltration in UNRWA. Asks if the Left Party considers it a problem that Swedish tax money has been used to finance antisemitism in school books in Gaza. Read the speech
- Want to phase out the entire UNRWA in the long term because there should not be a specific refugee organization in the UN that exists only for a single ethnic group. Read the speech
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- Argues that Israel does not conduct an apartheid policy, but that the brutal conditions in the West Bank are justified by security needs. Asks if the member believes that Israel has a security interest in the West Bank and if it is therefore reasonable with a security barrier. Read the speech
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- Argues that the Moderaterna prioritize pushing back Russian aggression and supporting Ukraine as their primary focus. Admits that this focus may make them appear one-sided in relation to other issues such as Agenda 2030. Read the speech
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Total Defence 2025-2030: Nato, civil resilience and 2.4% GDP
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal in the government's total defense proposition. Argues that the international rules-based world order must be restored and that Nato is Sweden's most important security policy arena. Read the speech
- Asks why Vänsterpartiet has reservations despite the alleged agreement. Argues that there is a lack of consensus because Vänsterpartiet opposes participation in training scenarios involving nuclear weapons. Read the speech
- Corrects that Sweden itself decides on troops and weapons on Swedish soil. Criticizes the Left Party for misleading about international law and argues that nuclear deterrence is a necessary fundamental component in NATO's policy. Read the speech
- Asks what the problem is with permanent NATO bases in Sweden. Means that there is no reason to have such bases and that the party is not pursuing a policy to get them. Read the speech
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- Criticizes that the previous speaker has made an incorrect interpretation of his previous statements. Argues that he and the party stand behind the government's proposition and NATO's policy for nuclear deterrence. Read the speech
- Denies having proposed that Sweden should have its own nuclear weapons. Explains that Sweden's participation in Nato means that it is covered by American nuclear deterrence to meet threats from countries such as Russia and China. Read the speech
Sweden's national security strategy and Russia as a threat
- Welcomes the establishment of the national security council and emphasizes the importance of strengthening total defense, Nato membership, and resilience against hybrid threats and cyberattacks. Argues that Russia poses the most serious threat until 2030 and that the strategy is crucial for securing the food supply as well as protecting critical infrastructure. Read the speech
Climate policy, forestry, school, and military ties to Israel
- Asks the Minister for Foreign Affairs what measures the government is taking internationally to push back Iranian aggression after reports have shown subversive activities, terrorist crimes, and planned murders of Swedish citizens. Read the speech
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Sweden's role in two-state solution and UNRWA funding
- Means that Sweden will welcome Palestine as a full member of the UN when it becomes a functioning state. Asks how Vänsterpartiet works to purge antisemitism from its rhetoric and ensure that representatives do not spread racist views. Read the speech
- Argues that the two-state solution is the only path to peace. Criticizes Vänsterpartiet for being one-sided and undermining its credibility by not mentioning crimes committed by Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran. Read the speech
Defense cooperation with USA: DCA agreement and nuclear risk
- Argues that the agreement is necessary for Sweden's security and resolves practical legal issues. Criticizes the opponents' arguments as being based on a vague negative attitude towards the USA rather than the content of the agreement. Read the speech
- Criticizes Vänsterpartiet and Miljöpartiet for spreading anti-American rhetoric by spreading fear. Argues that they wrongly claim that the USA will take over the country or that American soldiers will commit crimes. Read the speech
- Argues that the debate has not only been about nuclear weapons. Points out that Vänsterpartiet has also expressed problems with American stamps in its motion and reservation. Read the speech
- Argues that the Green Party chooses the most extreme and grotesque example of potential flaws in the agreement. Criticizes that the Green Party focuses on the risk of torture to express its dislike of the USA. Read the speech
- Criticizes the Green Party's attempts to paint a black picture of the USA. Supports the government's agreement and argues that the USA is the guarantor of Sweden's defense. Read the speech
Sweden export control: Jas Gripen to Ukraine and Israel
- Moves to approve the committee's proposal in all parts. Argues that the Swedish weapons industry is important for defense and that investments in it are good. Urges Miljöpartiet to clarify its position regarding discontinued arms exports. Suggests that the guidelines be clarified so that countries defending themselves according to the UN Charter can receive arms exports. Read the speech
- Argues that he does not have more information than what has emerged in the media. Reminds that previous governments and representatives for Socialdemokraterna have previously argued that it is difficult and complicated to send weapons systems to Ukraine. Argues that it is not as simple as just sending airplanes. Read the speech
- Means that the government is not against assisting Ukraine with JAS planes, but that it does not fit right now. Points out that the argument is that Ukraine should primarily use American F16s. Read the speech
- Asks whether the Green Party's goal is to completely phase out Swedish arms exports and if they want to shut down the Swedish arms industry. Also wants the member to account for the Green Party's current position. Read the speech
- Asks for a time horizon for the Green Party's goal of a total phase-out of arms exports. Argues that it is a good idea to invest in and upgrade the Swedish arms industry to produce more war materiel for Ukraine. Read the speech
Sweden security policy: Nato membership and nuclear deterrence
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Sweden should have a more principled stance in the Nato membership and asks the Social Democrats why they want to avoid Sweden participating in the alliance's nuclear deterrence. Suggests that the support for Ukraine should be increased by removing restrictions on the use of weapons, increasing production and providing long-term financial resources. Read the speech
- Wants Sweden to stand behind NATO's policy for nuclear deterrence against countries such as Russia and China. Argues that one must simultaneously carry out active disarmament work. Read the speech
- Argues that Nato must be able to use nuclear weapons as a deterrent depending on the military situation. Criticizes the Left Party's and the Green Party's philosophy regarding "no first use". Read the speech
- Asks why Sweden should have an exception from NATO's collective deterrence by not being able to station nuclear weapons on Swedish territory. Argues that the Social Democrats seem to want to evade the burdens that other NATO countries bear. Read the speech
- Confirms that the party stands behind the agreement on no nuclear weapons on Swedish territory. Criticizes the Social Democrats' lack of solidarity and argues that Sweden should be prepared to bear the same burdens as other Nato countries regarding nuclear weapons. Read the speech
- Asks whether Vänsterpartiet believes that Nato should cease its nuclear deterrence and use only conventional combat forces. Also asks how the "no first use" principle would practically function and whether a dictator would perceive it as a peace gesture or a sign of weakness. Read the speech
- Argues that nuclear weapons function as a deterrent and questions whether the member's logic regarding mutual disarmament is contradictory if nuclear deterrence does not work. Also asks whether the "no first use" principle would be interpreted as a weakness by Vladimir Putin. Read the speech
- Asks the Centre Party to explain what the problem is with permanent NATO bases in Sweden and argues that the wording regarding permanent bases is irrelevant because all Swedish military installations are now NATO bases. Read the speech
- Asks for the Center Party's reasons for supporting the wording regarding permanent Nato bases in Sweden. Argues that it is not negative if Nato places a permanent base in Sweden for strategic reasons and that the Moderaterna should stand behind the agreement. Read the speech
EU dual-use export controls: review for Russia sanctions
- Argues that it is reasonable to coordinate rules within the EU to avoid exceptions. Supports the government's position not to pre-evaluate the EU regulation because it should be given more time to take effect. Read the speech
Sweden's relations with Israel, Palestine aid and Middle East
- Asks how the member views UNRWA's activities in Jordan and questions whether it is reasonable for Swedish taxpayers to finance waste collection for two million Palestinian refugees there. Read the speech
- Questions about whether UNRWA has contributed to the spread of extremist values in Gaza and whether this can be an explanation for the terror attack on October 7. Read the speech
UNRWA aid, Israel's self-defense and two-state solution
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that Hamas is condemned for its atrocities, that Sweden should urge Israel to exercise restraint and that the conflict can only be resolved through a two-state solution. Read the speech
- Argues that the suspension of aid was a reasonable measure to ensure that funds did not go to organizations with sympathies for the terrorist attack. Agrees that it is time to resume the aid. Read the speech
- Argues that the development aid that was paused is not humanitarian aid. Asks why Vänsterpartiet does not want to review how the money is used if members of the organizations express sympathy for the terrorist attack. Read the speech
- Wants development aid to be resumed after a review has been conducted. Argues that the review is necessary because the first report was deficient and did not evaluate the effectiveness of the aid. Read the speech
- Argues that he does not have information on how the trips were financed or carried out since they were taken on the members' own initiative. Suggests that the question should be asked to the members who actually carried out the trip. Read the speech
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- Argues that the Moderaterna and Vänsterpartiet agree on the goal of reaching a two-state solution. Explains that the party consists of individuals who make their own decisions and that he does not have information regarding specific members' travels. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should compensate organizations where breach of contract has occurred. Explains that the delay is due to the fact that the first review did not meet the correct quality. Wants UNRWA to be phased out and integrated into other UN agencies in the longer term. Read the speech
- Argues that UNRWA should be phased out as the organization delays a two-state solution by functioning as the Palestinians' public sector. Criticizes that states such as Lebanon, Syria and Jordan do not take responsibility for refugee camps on their territories. Read the speech
Foreign policy: Ukraine, Gaza, aid reform and China-Taiwan
- Argues that a two-state solution is the only realistic path to peace because both population groups will remain in the area. Wants Sweden to support a democratic Palestinian state, stop the occupation policy and reform the aid. Read the speech
Support for Swedish military interpreters in Afghanistan
- Argues that previous governments' passivity has caused the issue to remain unresolved. Encourages the government's work and emphasizes that legal tools are already available to solve the issue properly. Read the speech
- Confirms that the conditions for getting people out of Afghanistan have deteriorated. Proposes that the government appoints an inquiry or raises the issue within the EU to create an order for the future. Read the speech
Situation in Gaza and West Bank: ceasefire and self-defense
- Recommends that the government adopts a cautious stance and waits for professional assessments before making statements about war crimes. Argues that the focus should be on reaching an end to the war by urging both Israel and Hamas to act. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden should await professional assessments regarding the laws of war instead of labeling Israel as a war criminal. Wants the government to focus on a two-state solution and asks for details regarding talks with regional actors. Read the speech
Sweden's view on Israel-Gaza conflict and government actions
- Argues that the government is acting wisely and cautiously by not taking a stand on Israeli war crimes. Criticizes the interpellants for overlooking that Hamas uses the civilian population as human shields, which is the primary cause of civilian casualties. Read the speech
- Argues that the government should not state that Israel is committing war crimes in the current situation. Points out that Hamas uses the civilian population as human shields, which is a clear war crime. Read the speech
Security, Palestine aid, culture and mental health debate
- Asks if the Minister for Foreign Affairs can consider reconsidering the Swedish aid policy for Palestine. Argues that democracy aid has had no effect and suggests that aid to Palestine should be temporarily paused and the policy be revised. Read the speech
Mandatory reporting in schools and healthcare to combat shadow society
- Argues that the government's investigation aims to return to the normal state that prevailed before 2013. Criticizes the opposition's description of a reporting society and points out that a reporting obligation already exists in many EU countries as well as in several Swedish laws. Read the speech
- Argues that the current migration policy has created lawlessness and an extensive shadow society. Criticizes the opposition for avoiding the issue and for likening authority personnel to Nazis. Wants to return to a regulatory framework prior to 2013. Read the speech
EU activities 2022: sanctions, Cuba agreement and Belarus
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that the EU has become an important global power player that has united against Russia and emphasizes the importance of breaking the dependence on Russian gas. Read the speech
- Argues that the current policy to change the regime in Cuba has been meaningless. Proposes a tougher line going forward and criticizes the Left Party's desire to continue conducting a dialogue. Read the speech
- Clarifies that the committee report is the committee majority's and not the government's. Argues that dialogue policy towards Cuba has not changed the regime's stance in several decades. Read the speech
- Asks whether the agreement has had any effect or if it is an effective tool. Reminds that the Centerpartiet previously intended that the effects of the agreement should be evaluated to determine whether the cooperation should continue. Read the speech
- Argues that revoking the ratification can be an alternative. Expresses openness to the proposal as almost no Cuba policy works and mentions that a sanctions policy could also work. Read the speech
Sweden's support for Ukraine and Russian aggression debate
- Argues that the Russian attack is unprovoked and illegal and emphasizes the total consensus in the Riksdag regarding the support for Ukraine. Suggests that the Riksdag refrain from formally classifying Holodomor as genocide for legal and research reasons and moves for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Energy policy, citizenship, healthcare and working environment
- Asks how the government is working to stop leakage of aid money after a film festival received aid money to produce a streaming service. Read the speech
Sweden's Nato membership: collective defense and security
- Argues that the myth of Swedish neutrality has never served the country and that it has led to incorrect conclusions about Russian imperialism. Claims that Sweden's reluctance to cooperate with neighbors has given the Putin regime a sense of security. Read the speech
Development cooperation and humanitarian aid performance rules
- Argues that Sweden has taken a great responsibility by financing multilateral organizations. However, criticizes that the document lacks justification for the high volume of multilateral aid and that the National Audit Office has criticized the lack of transparency and follow-up. Read the speech
- Argues that the aid budget is still very large. Points out that the Social Democrats do not follow the one percent goal in their budget proposal and argues that changes in the budget do not mean that the multilateral aid policy is being dismantled. Read the speech
- Argues that politicians must make priorities when resources are limited. Emphasizes that one must choose between different alternatives and be honest with the recipients when money is removed to prioritize other purposes. Read the speech
Measures against Iran and designating Revolutionary Guard
- Argues that the government provides good information about the process but that it is delayed due to the need for a unified EU line. Emphasizes that legal certainty is crucial as the legislation requires preliminary investigations from competent authorities. Read the speech
- Repeats that a competent authority is required for a terrorist listing. Explains that the Swedish government is not the competent authority in the example with Germany, which makes the process legally complicated. Argues that it takes time to reach an agreement in the EU. Read the speech
Sweden foreign policy, Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions debate
- Agrees that Sweden should help Ukraine, join Nato and upgrade the defense. Argues that after the end of the war, Sweden must push for a rules-based world order and a collective defense of freedom even in the Pacific. Read the speech
Labor immigration, aid, climate policy and crime debate
- Questions about whether there is reason to strengthen the state's supervision of the municipalities in order to prevent criminal gangs from infiltrating politics. Read the speech
Budget priorities: tax cuts, defense and social issues
- Questions about how the work on the reform of the targeted government grants is progressing and whether it is possible to speed up the investigation so that proposals are presented already during 2023. Read the speech
Crime, infrastructure, economy, housing and climate debate
- Argues that targeted state grants hinder and worsen conditions for municipalities and regions by creating bureaucracy, time-limited projects, and inequality [1, 6-8]. Proposes that the state should clean up and regulate the grants in order to eventually abolish them completely. Read the speech
- Means that he has worked to counteract targeted government grants through Sveriges Kommuner och Regioner and wants to continue this work now that he is elected to the Riksdag. Read the speech
- Argues that targeted state grants are bad in general because they are inefficient and lead to waste of money. Argues that the burden of proof lies with those who claim that these grants contribute to welfare. Read the speech
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