Background & Purpose

Sweden needed an updated, comprehensive approach to tackle the evolving threats of violent extremism and terrorism, replacing older strategies from 2015. This new strategy aims to provide a clear, long-term direction for all efforts across the country.

Proposals & Debate

The government proposed a new national strategy with four main areas: preventing radicalization, hindering financing and access to weapons, protecting democratic society, and managing attacks while supporting victims. The Swedish Parliament supported this framework.

The Decision

The Swedish Parliament decided to adopt the government's new national strategy against violent extremism and terrorism. This means the new framework will guide future work in this critical area, with the government's communication being formally accepted and filed.

Does this affect you?

  • Government Agencies: Will align their work with the new strategy's four focus areas, ensuring a coordinated national effort.
  • Local Communities: Will receive clearer guidance and support for local prevention efforts against radicalization.
  • Victims of Crime: Will benefit from improved support and follow-up after incidents of extremism or terrorism.
  • Security Services: Will have a unified national framework to coordinate their efforts against threats more effectively.

In Practice

  • Authorities will focus more on preventing people from becoming radicalized and joining extremist groups.
  • Efforts to stop funding for extremist groups and prevent access to weapons will be strengthened.
  • Measures to protect Sweden's democratic society and identify vulnerabilities will be enhanced.
  • Plans for handling terror attacks and providing support to victims will be improved.
  • The previous national strategies from 2015 are now replaced by this new, updated plan.