Sweden is set to embark on a new era of nuclear energy development, as Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced plans to begin constructing new nuclear reactors before the next election.

This move is part of a broader strategy to double the country's electricity production, which Kristersson deems essential for Sweden's electrification and competitiveness.

The decision has garnered support from key government ministers, who view nuclear power as a crucial component of Sweden's green transition.

However, the plan faces opposition from the Green Party, which argues that nuclear energy is costly and time-consuming compared to renewable alternatives.

Meanwhile, neighboring countries Denmark and Norway are also reconsidering their stance on nuclear energy, with discussions of potential Nordic collaboration in the sector.

Kristersson has expressed openness to such regional cooperation, highlighting the need for a unified political approach to nuclear energy in the Nordic region.