In this episode of Radio Sweden Weekly, Babak Parham and Michael Walsh cover major stories from Sweden. The podcast features an interview with My Rohwedder from Aftonbladet, discussing the Social Democrats' party conference, their current political standing, migration policies, and the party's strategy for the upcoming 2026 election. The episode also addresses Volvo Cars' announcement of 3,000 job cuts worldwide, with a significant portion in Sweden, due to rising expenses and market challenges. Additionally, the podcast covers changes in the Migration Agency's handling of citizenship applications, prioritizing older cases and implementing increased security screening measures. Finally, the hosts touch on the upcoming Stockholm Marathon, including preparations for potential heat and traffic disruptions.
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