Ebba Busch

Sweden's government formation talks continue after the election, with Christian Democrat leader Ebba Busch saying she has a plan and that "there is a way forward", while confirming an afternoon meeting on the Ulf Kristersson question. Moderate sources suggest Kristersson should decline any exploratory mandate, and Busch says her bloc is well positioned should an extra election be called. Magdalena Andersson has urged the Centre and Liberal parties to backtrack, while the right says it is ready to govern if given the chance.

Ebba Busch, Sweden's deputy prime minister and leader of the Christian Democrats, is drawing attention in Sweden, appearing among the country's top trending topics. No specific event behind the surge is clear from the available information, but her prominence in government keeps her a frequent subject of Swedish political debate and public commentary.