Logo

Sweden Today

Swedish news in English

Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Espionage Fears Stir Controversy in Sweden

Published: 2024-06-03

Security experts warn that the fear of espionage may cause more issues than it resolves, following revelations by DN that Swedish employers are rejecting candidates with Iranian heritage.

Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer emphasized that automatic dismissal based on citizenship isn't lawful and that security assessments should be individual.

Critics argue that the current practices fuel distrust and discontent among highly qualified individuals.

Some experts highlight the risks of alienating loyal citizens, which could create new security threats.

Strömmer hopes upcoming legislative changes will prevent such bias.