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During the 2026 election year, FUF's foreign affairs monitor is on hand to guide you through the intricate party politics. What do the Social Democrats really think about international aid and Sweden's role in the world? FUF's foreign affairs monitor Milla Beslic Löfdahl explains.
July 8, 2026, Analysis, Sweden 2026, Foreign Affairs
When large-scale road projects are completed, some street vendors find the new environments beneficial. In Nkrumah Circle in Accra, the elevated road offers street vendors shelter from the sun and rain. Photo: Lena Fält
Of: Ilda Lindell and Lena Field
As African cities invest billions in new road infrastructure, the projects are touted as engines of growth and modernization. But research from six cities shows that those who pay the highest price are often the most vulnerable: market and street vendors who lose their livelihoods, sometimes with just a day's notice. This is what cultural geographers Lena Fält and Ilda Lindell write in a guest analysis for Utvecklingsmagasinet.
July 3, 2026, Guest analysis
The 59th edition of Almedalen Week - the world's largest democratic meeting place for social issues - is coming to an end. It was a record year, despite a shortened week, with more than 3200 program items and 1900 organizers in five days - which is partly due to the fact that it is an election year.
June 26, 2026, Almedalen - current, Almedalen - article, Analysis, Sweden 2026
"In a world with almost endless needs, joint efforts are required. Then it is reasonable that the level of aid is set based on a decision in principle and not needs-tested on an ongoing basis," the Christian Democrats responded in SVT's election compass 2022 to claims that Sweden should reduce international aid.
Of: Alexa Fagerberg
During the 2026 election year, FUF's foreign affairs coverage guides you through the parties' aid policies. What do the Christian Democrats want with aid and Sweden's role in the world? FUF's foreign affairs officer Alexa Fagerberg account for the party's priorities and compromises in Tthe idea collaboration.
June 23, 2026, Analysis, Foreign Affairs, Election 2026
"The transatlantic link" – cooperation between North America and Europe in politics, security and economics has taken a turn for the worse during President Trump's second term. Something that was also noted in the Foreign Affairs Statement. Image: Collage. Portrait of Kristian Pohl/Government Office
Of: Hanna Marshall and Mehreen Hayat
This year's foreign policy declaration prioritizes security over sustainable development. Cooperation within the EU, the Nordic countries and the Baltic states is highlighted, while dependence on the US is to be reduced. International partnerships are prioritized based on trade and security interests, and humanitarian aid is given greater space than long-term development cooperation.
March 4, 2026, Analysis, Sweden 2026, Foreign Affairs
Syria recently held elections. An important step in strengthening the country's structures. Image: mariejirousek/Flickr
After decades of war and dictatorship, Syria went to the polls for the first time since the fall of Bashar al-Assad. According to the interim government, it is the beginning of a new political era. But many wonder whether anything will actually change.
October 23, 2025, Analysis, FUF-correspondents
90 percent of the buildings in Gaza are destroyed or damaged. Even those Gazans who are inside Gaza can be expected to live in camps for an extended period of time. Image: Hosny Sala/ Pixabay
President Donald Trump's peace plan for Gaza is being praised by the outside world, but the perspective and rights of refugees are conspicuous by their absence. That the same president who talks about peace for Gaza describes people on the run as "an attack on Western countries and their borders" rings hollow for Palestinians hoping to return home, writes FUF's Brussels correspondent Signe M. Andersson.
October 21, 2025, Analysis, FUF-correspondents
Sudan's 2018 revolution has turned into a civil war and one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. But grassroots Resistance Committees have taken responsibility where the state has failed, writes Associate Professor Maha Bashri. Photo: Maha Bashri / Manula Amin, Wikimedia Commons
Of: Maha Bashri
Iin the middle of Sudanese civil war, grassroot groups have taken on major responsibilities, such as distributing food and coordinating evacuations – as well as formulating a shared vision of a democratic future. To ensure this, gglobal actors black work with Sudan's civil society, writes Associate Professor Maha Bashri.
June 26, 2025, Guest analysis
The emphasis on peaceful protest is reflected in signs held up by protesters in Belgrade. The blue on the left reading "Freedom or nothing" and the heart on the right "Our struggle is gentle". Image: Civil Rights Defenders
Of: Milos Stankovic
As Serbia's EU aspirations face mounting challenges, students and Brussels speak with one voice. While President Vučić courts Moscow, Serbia's youth rally for rule of law, democracy, and justice. From mass protests to relay marathons, their movement echoes EU demands — just as Brussels warns that future accession hinges on reform, not rhetoric, writes Milos Stanovic, Program Officer at Civil Rights Defenders, Belgrade Office.
June 3, 2025, Guest analysis
UN Secretary-General António Guterres addresses the audience during a side meeting for small island states during the COP29 climate summit. Image: Commonwealth Secretariat/Flickr
Of: Nina Kedia
The eyes of the world are directed towards Baku in Azerbaijan, where the bran of the UNfood summit COP29 currently underway. Criticism has been directed at the choice of world country, a significant producer of oil and gas. The meeting is marked in addition by the absence of several leaders.
November 18, 2024, Analysis