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Sunday, December 29, 2024

Swedish Parties on the Brink in EU Election

Published: 2024-05-05

With the upcoming EU parliamentary elections on June 9, several Swedish parties face the risk of losing their seats, potentially reshaping the political landscape.

According to recent opinion polls, the Liberal Party (L), the Centre Party (C), and the Christian Democrats (KD) are teetering on the edge of the electoral threshold, with the Liberals notably under the 4% mark.

This precarious position threatens not only their representation in the EU Parliament but also poses challenges to the leadership of Johan Pehrson (L), Muharrem Demirok (C), and Ebba Busch (KD), sparking internal debates about their future.

The potential loss of seats for these parties highlights the volatile nature of voter preferences and the high stakes involved in the upcoming election.

Political analysts suggest that the results could lead to significant internal discussions within these parties about leadership and strategy moving forward.