In a significant political shift, Liberalerna and Sverigedemokraterna have announced they are prepared to sit in the same government following the upcoming September 13 election. According to reports from Gefle Dagblad, the parties' leaders Simona Mohamsson and Jimmie Åkesson made the announcement during a joint press conference on Friday. Mohamsson stated that the parties have reached agreement on a range of issues that would enable them to participate in a shared government if the center-right bloc secures a majority after the election.
This move represents a departure from Liberalerna's previous position, as the party has chosen to disregard a majority decision made at its national convention to maintain a 'red line' against cooperation with Sverigedemokraterna. The announcement has reportedly faced opposition from local Liberalerna representatives who have been clear opponents of such cooperation.