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Yusuf Aydin (KD)
What Yusuf Aydin 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.
EU heads of state meeting: nuclear power and fossil fuels
- Argues that it is important to focus on a fossil-free production within the union. Emphasizes that Sweden's work to include nuclear power in the energy mix is crucial for a long-term independent production. Read the speech
- Argues that a more active engagement from a European context is important to alleviate the humanitarian distress in the Middle East. Asks if there is a great interest at the European level to focus on the civilian population's humanitarian situation. Read the speech
Working environment: safety reps, crime and training rights
- Means that no one should risk their health or their life for their livelihood. Emphasizes that crime in the workplace requires agency cooperation and increased resources for Arbetsmiljöverket. Wants to see a policy that strengthens workers' security and employers' accountability. Read the speech
International law and human rights: SD, S, and V proposals
- Argues that international law should be put in relation to regimes' abuses against their own populations. Wants Sweden to prioritize freedom of religion, appoint a special ambassador for freedom of religion and introduce sanctions against those who violate this right. Read the speech
- Argues that Hamas's attack against Jews was the starting point for Israel's defensive war and criticizes Miljöpartiet for selective actions as well as a lack of historical support for Christians in the Middle East. Asks for a comment on this. Read the speech
- Argues that Hamas's attack on October 7 is behind the latest escalation. Criticizes the Miljöpartiet for a lack of consistency regarding the protection of minorities such as Christians and Yazidis in the Middle East. Read the speech
Sweden total defense: SD goals, S 20,000 conscripts, V nuclear law
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal and rejection of all reservations. Argues that Sweden must stand on Ukraine's side and that the government's extensive investments in both military and civil defense are crucial to deter Russia. Read the speech
Labor law: platform economy regulation and shorter hours
- Want to safeguard the Swedish model where the parties negotiate terms and working hours themselves. Criticizes political legislation on shortening working hours as it risks breaking the balance and overburdening companies or the welfare system. Read the speech
- Argues that the Swedish model is based on successful agreements that have created stability in the labor market. Emphasizes that the policy should not micro-manage, but that the parties themselves should agree on the terms. Read the speech
- Argues that companies want to do what is best for the business and the employees. Advocates that the parties themselves should negotiate the terms and argues that politicians should not regulate in detail or steer in a certain direction. Read the speech
Sweden foreign policy: Ukraine aid, Nato, and DCA agreement
- Argues that freedom of religion is a fundamental right and that the persecution of Christians has increased dramatically. Wants Sweden and the EU to stand up against oppression, promote democracy and actively engage for the rights of religious minorities. Read the speech
- Argues that the previous government's foreign policy declarations lacked a focus on freedom of religion. Argues that aid funds must not go to Islamist or terrorist organizations. Read the speech
- Argues that aid should not go to extremist or Islamist groups. Explains that there is no specific decision to phase out the companion program, but that Sida has assessed that it might not be feasible given updated strategies. Read the speech
- Argues that education is an important part of the aid agenda. Explains that fewer bilateral country strategies are used to focus more, and that the civil society strategy is preserved to give actors the opportunity to work with different thematic areas. Read the speech
- Argues that there are opportunities to continue working with education projects through the civil society strategy. Explains that the return of the Taliban regime and other factors have limited the activities in Afghanistan. Read the speech
- Argues that the government clearly stands for humanitarian access to be enabled and not restricted. Explains that the government has criticized restrictions of this access at various times. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden is consistent and has pushed for further sanctions as well as other measures within the EU. Claims that the government has used available tools to pursue its line regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza. Read the speech
General grants to municipalities: inflation and welfare debate
- Argues that the government has prioritized welfare by supporting the municipal sector and combating inflation. Wants to nationalize healthcare to increase equality and emphasizes that growth and efficiency are crucial for the municipalities' finances. Read the speech
- Argues that the healthcare queues are decreasing thanks to targeted efforts and performance-based compensation. Explains that national healthcare mediation and stricter requirements on the healthcare guarantee are used to improve the system. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has provided more resources and increased incentives to shorten the healthcare queues. Suggests that the outdated system with 21 regions should be reviewed to enable clearer state governance. Read the speech
SVT terrestrial network 1.5 billion SEK and CBAM impact
- Emphasizes the central role and expertise of aid organizations. Wants these actors to be taken into account in a structured way in Sida's application and asks how the minister ensures this. Read the speech
- Criticizes that no Swedish aid organizations have moved forward with strategic partnerships, which risks weakening Sweden's long-term capacity. Asks if clearer governance is needed to ensure that Sida applies the Team Sweden perspective. Read the speech
Economy, migration, and welfare debate on child poverty
- Highlights tragedies and persecution of Christians in countries such as Syria, Congo, and Nigeria [1, 2-5]. Asks the Prime Minister what the government intends to do to give the world's Christians a voice in international bodies and show support for religious freedom. Read the speech
Foreign policy, education, healthcare and UNRWA funding
- Asks whether it is time for the government to stop the payments and support to Islamic Relief due to links to the Muslim Brotherhood. Read the speech
- Argues that the government has done very well. Asks if it is time to initiate a process in Sweden similar to that in Germany and the Netherlands to stop aid. Read the speech
Financial stability: bank tax, wealth register and amortization
- Want the increased amortization requirement to be removed to facilitate for families to own their home. Argues that consumer protection must be strengthened against over-indebtedness and fraud through stricter rules for unsecured loans and increased responsibility for the banks. Read the speech
Defense, aid, social services and security policy debate
- Asks how the government ensures that the Swedish priority to protect freedom of religion is implemented in practice. Argues that it is important for the government to strengthen its work to counter the persecution of Christians and other religious minorities. Read the speech
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Municipal issues: equalization system and welfare funding
- Safeguards municipal self-government and the principle of subsidiarity. Argues that the government's economic policy has fought inflation and improved the municipalities' finances, while simultaneously investing heavily in welfare and healthcare. Read the speech
Sweden's foreign policy: Ukraine aid, feminist policy and DCA
- Argues that freedom of religion is a fundamental human right that must be given a clearer role in Sweden's foreign and aid policy. Wants Sweden to appoint an ambassador for freedom of religion and work for democratic rule in Syria that guarantees the rights of minorities. Read the speech
Energy policy, foreign aid, national security and infrastructure
- Questions about whether the Minister intends to support Syria's Christian population and other minorities as well as whether aid can be channeled through churches and local organizations. Read the speech
Sweden's foreign policy: Nordic focus, ICC support, China
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that international cooperation is the most important tool for a peaceful world and that Sweden must act forcefully to protect vulnerable minorities and promote human rights. Read the speech
EU leadership: M wants von der Leyen, V demands climate policy
- Questions about the result of the election were discussed or analyzed during the consultation. Also asks whether the Prime Minister included requirements for competence and experience in the nominations, and emphasizes that they support Ursula von der Leyen continuing. Read the speech
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Government policy, EU cooperation, crime and social issues
- Asks the government about their assessment of Bankföreningen's proposed measures to prevent criminals from exploiting digital services to defraud elderly and other vulnerable people of their savings. Read the speech
Economy, defense, social policy and infrastructure debate
- Asks how the government intends to combat fraud against the elderly. Argues that the banks' security work has not kept pace with digitalization and wants to investigate the banks' financial liability in these frauds. Read the speech
Sweden's relations with Israel, Palestine aid and Middle East
- Argues that it is reasonable to pause the payments to UNRWA after serious allegations of involvement in terrorist attacks. Asks how it is ensured that Swedish aid funds do not go to organizations that have participated in terrorist attacks. Read the speech
- Criticizes that Vänsterpartiet does not pause payments despite allegations of links to terrorists. Asks how the party ensures that aid money is not misused when cooperating with organizations that have been involved in terrorist attacks. Read the speech
Healthcare capacity, labor market policy and social issues
- Asks what the government is doing to quickly establish a relocation program where entire families receive help to move to a better location in order to break the violence of gang crime. Read the speech
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UNRWA aid, Israel's self-defense and two-state solution
- Condemns Hamas and supports Israel's right to self-defense, but demands an immediate humanitarian ceasefire and that Israel allows in more emergency aid. Wants to eventually phase out UNRWA by transferring the responsibility to UNHCR. Argues that a two-state solution is the only sustainable path to peace. Encourages the government's prioritization of freedom of religion for Christians and other religious minorities in the region. Read the speech
- Argues that colleague Berntsson has addressed questions in a factual manner. Clarifies that the party does not support the settlement policy, which is seen as an obstacle to peace and the two-state solution. Read the speech
- Argues that trips to the region are made to establish contacts and gain knowledge. Explains that positions are based on the alarming humanitarian situation and that the government is working to increase access to Gaza. Read the speech
- Argues that the Christian Democrats are interested in the region and have visited Palestinian areas. Clarifies that the party in no way supports the settlement policy as it is seen as an obstacle to a two-state solution. Read the speech
- Means that a visit to a place does not imply an approval or support for a certain matter. Explains that the trip took place in line with the party's position that the settlements are an obstacle. Read the speech
- Advocates for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire as the situation in Gaza is acute. Argues that the main problem is access to Gaza and wants other UN organizations to eventually replace UNRWA. Read the speech
- Argues that it was reasonable to pause the payments to UNRWA due to reports of terror links. Suggests that UNRWA's mandate should in the long term be taken over by other UN organizations in order to broaden the aid to Palestinian refugees. Read the speech
Financial stability: interest deductions, bank tax and amortization
- Argues that the current amortization requirements are too strict and wants to ease the reinforced requirement. Welcomes proposals for caps on credit costs, stricter credit assessments, and regulation of play on credit. Wants to investigate that banks take greater responsibility to prevent fraud. Read the speech
Foreign policy: Ukraine, Gaza, aid reform and China-Taiwan
- Supports continued support for Ukraine and defends Israel's right to self-defense, but calls for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. Argues that freedom of religion must be prioritized in foreign policy and highlights the persecution of Christians. Read the speech
- Argues that the support for civil society has not changed. Emphasizes that civil society continues to constitute an important part of the aid and that its unique contribution will receive continued support. Read the speech
- Argues that the Christian Democrats have succeeded in defending and strengthening civil society's role in aid policy. Emphasizes that the Tidö Agreement and the new strategy reinforce civil society's important function and role in development cooperation. Read the speech
General grants to municipalities: V demands 20 billion SEK
- Proposes approval of the committee's proposal. Argues that priorities and efficiencies are necessary due to the tough economic situation and the demographic development. Highlights that the government provides significant supplements to municipalities and regions. Read the speech
Sweden's international cooperation and foreign policy priorities
- Proposes approval of the government's budget proposal and rejection of the submitted motions. Argues that international cooperation is crucial for security and that Sweden must take a stronger voice for human rights and democracy. Read the speech
Commission work programme 2024: Ukraine, Russian assets
Government work, energy, equality, migration and security
- Asks which initiatives the government intends to take to achieve a more efficient public administration. Argues that a more efficient administration is needed to increase public benefit and free up resources for socially important reforms. Read the speech
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Extra budget for Ukraine defense materiel and weapons support
- Argues that the support for Ukraine is morally right and necessary for Ukraine's right to defend itself as well as for Europe's security. Urges approval of the committee's proposal to continue the robust and sustained support. Read the speech
Government budget, crime policy, migration and social investments
- Asks what the government intends to do to address the identified problems with drugs, alcohol, and competence deficiencies at HVB homes, as well as how they will handle the fact that staff cannot prevent young people from bringing in weapons or drugs. Read the speech
Defense materiel to Ukraine and anti-tank missiles to USA
- Argues that the support for Ukraine is morally right and necessary for Europe's security. Wants the Riksdag to make a decision on the 13th military support package in order to continue supporting Ukraine's resilience and peace. Read the speech
Monetary policy 2022: S, SD, and V debate Riksbank role
- Argues that previous political decisions regarding nuclear power have contributed to high electricity prices and inflation. Criticizes the Riksbank for underestimating inflationary pressure, stating it should have raised interest rates earlier and ended securities purchases. Advocates for a responsible and austerity-oriented fiscal policy. Read the speech
EU activities 2022: sanctions, Cuba agreement and Belarus
- Argues that EU cooperation creates resilience against authoritarian powers and emphasizes the successes of the Swedish presidency regarding migration and climate. Warns against federalist power ambitions and emphasizes the importance of the member states' sovereignty. Read the speech
Ownership of schools and healthcare: state control vs market
- Argues that the current economic challenges and the security situation are due to the previous government's negligences. Points out that the commercial real estate sector's difficult situation is due to high leverage and that the government is already working on screening systems for foreign investments. Read the speech
- Argues that the responsibility for the real estate sector's situation lies with the market and the companies. Emphasizes that the government should monitor the developments to safeguard security interests and financial stability. Highlights that properties for public activities have strategic importance. Read the speech
Financial stability: amortization, starter loans and cash
- Argues that high interest rates and inflation create economic pressures for households and companies. Wants to ease the increased amortization requirement, extend the additional allowance for families with children and move for approval of the committee's proposal. Read the speech
Alcohol sales, migration, crime and child psychiatry debate
- Asks how the Minister views that authorities and state agencies are starting to report employer contributions on payslips. Argues that a more transparent tax system would increase knowledge about the high Swedish taxes. Read the speech
Household finances: S, M, and V debate inflation measures
- Argues that the previous S-government's decisions on nuclear power and the reduction obligation have led to high prices for electricity and diesel. Emphasizes that the government is now supporting households and companies with electricity support and welcomes the reinforced increase of the child allowance. Read the speech
- Argues that fiscal policy must be responsible and not too expansive in order not to drive up inflation. Suggests that instead, targeted funds should be used to support the most vulnerable. Read the speech
School, energy, economy, sports and social policy debate
- Questions about the possibility of temporarily introducing a pause in the amortization requirement to alleviate the difficult economic situation for households pressured by high inflation and rising interest rates. Read the speech
Sweden foreign policy, Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions debate
- Argues that freedom of religion has had too low a profile in Swedish foreign policy and development cooperation. Wants Christian minorities to receive support to live in peace and emphasizes the need for extensive resources to help those affected in Turkey. Read the speech
- Argues that the Christian Democrats are supporters of generous and effective aid. Suggests that the aid should focus on humanitarian support, poverty reduction, and democracy by having a larger proportion go through civil society. Read the speech
- Argues that the proportion of aid to civil society will increase and that the total aid amount remains stable. Explains that the adaptation of the information notice applies to interventions in Sweden and not the foreign support against poverty. Read the speech
- Argues that in the negotiations, it was necessary to give and take to reach a level that is good in terms of both amount and predictability. Claims that the current deduction ceiling provides aid organizations with better predictability than under the Social Democratic government. Read the speech
- Argues that the negotiations have yielded a very good result. Criticizes the Social Democrats for having abandoned the one percent goal themselves in their shadow budget. Argues that more effective aid via civil society can still make a big difference. Read the speech
Labor immigration, aid, climate policy and crime debate
- Asks how the government intends to continue the support to the earthquake-stricken areas in Turkey and Syria. Read the speech
EU wage regulation lawsuit and Lund-Hässleholm rail priority
- Asks whether the government intends to highlight and drive the issue of Christians' and other vulnerable minorities' right to practice their faith. Argues that Sweden should be more active in the issue of freedom of religion. Read the speech
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General grants to municipalities: SD 13bn, V wants 24bn more
- Proposes approval of the committee's report. Argues that the government's budget is responsible and restrained in a tough economic situation by prioritizing households, defense, and welfare without increasing inflation. Read the speech
- Argues that the government's investments in healthcare improve the working environment and the conditions for the employees. Suggests that municipalities and regions need to change working methods through digitalization and that the state should introduce more governance and performance-based grants. Read the speech
- Argues that the state needs to take greater responsibility for the management of healthcare due to regional differences. Wants to increase resources for more care beds but emphasizes the importance of not increasing inflation further. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.