# Swedish parties begin coalition talks as rival blocs vie for power

https://mins.news/en/item/58033

- The Guardian, 2026-09-14 16:47 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/14/sweden-political-parties-launch-coalition-talks-both-blocs-try-to-secure-power

> Sweden’s parties have begun coalition negotiations after the centre-left bloc led by the Social Democrats took a narrow 176–173 seat lead with 95% of votes counted. Magdalena Andersson and Ulf Kristersson are exploring routes to power, while disputes over cooperation with the Left party could complicate government formation.

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