In Wednesday evening's debate, the party leaders of the Riksdag's two largest parties meet.

The Social Democrats back in the opposition role for the first time in eight years and the Sweden Democrats for the first time in a formal government collaboration.

The economic situation and gang crime are on the agenda.

The government and SD presented a joint budget last week, which received criticism from the opposition, who believe that they broke election promises.

The government and SD believe that they are now launching "the biggest offensive ever against organized crime".

Meanwhile, deadly gang violence continues, with 57 fatal shootings so far in 2022, a trend that continues to point in the wrong direction.

The text is updated.