Prime Minister Stefan Löfven (S) today presented Labor Minister Ylva Johansson (S) as Sweden's candidate for the European Commission. In a comment on SVT News, Ulf Kristersson (M) writes that Ylva Johansson is an experienced politician, but that her and the government's prioritization of the so-called social pillar risks marginalizing Sweden's role in the EU.

"That would be bad for both the EU and Sweden," Kristersson writes in a comment to SVT. The Social Democrats have been positive to the Social Pillar, which is a declaration of intent that establishes social rights for citizens of EU countries. The Social Democrats say it should be voluntary for EU countries to follow, while critics say it can threaten the Swedish model and can erode member states' self-determination.

According to Kristersson, the election to nominate Ylva Johansson has not been discussed with the opposition.

“The government has neither discussed portfolios nor names with us. Sweden should give priority to one of the major European future issues, such as migration, law and order, internal market or climate and energy. And nominate a person who has a good chance of getting that responsibility, ”he writes.

The Liberals support the nomination

Nyamko Sabuni (L) describes Ylva Johansson as "competent and experienced".

“The Liberals support the nomination and wish Ylva Johansson good luck in the upcoming nomination process. It is now important for the government to prioritize getting a heavy post in the new Commission, "Sabuni said in a comment on the party's website.

The Christian Democrats congratulate Ylva Johansson on Twitter and write that an important question remains, namely the area of ​​responsibility that Ylva Johansson will be assigned.

The text is updated.