Sweden Democrats leader: 'Crucial' to 'get demographics in order'

Jimmie Åkesson, leader of the Sweden Democrats, expressed satisfaction with the uptake of the country's "repatriation grant," which was increased at the start of the year. Since January 1, 171 individuals have received the grant, a figure Åkesson highlighted as a positive development.

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The crucial thing is that we get the demographics in order in our country; we have very many people living here who are not Swedish, who have no ambition to become Swedish.

Speaking in a televised interview, Åkesson emphasized that the primary objective is to "get the demographics in order" within Sweden. He articulated concern over the large number of residents who he believes are not Swedish and have no intention of integrating into Swedish society. He described the repatriation grant as a "profitable business" for Sweden.

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It is 171 people more than without the increase, which I think is very positive.

Looking ahead, Åkesson indicated a desire to revoke existing permanent residency permits and replace them with temporary ones in the next parliamentary term. This policy shift would be coupled with a time limit for individuals to meet a new residency requirement for citizenship. He specifically mentioned that those who have held permanent residency for extended periods, including approximately 5,000 unaccompanied minors granted permanent status under the 2018 "upper secondary school law," should be included in this re-evaluation. Åkesson clarified that the proposal focuses on converting permits rather than forced deportations.

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We are not talking about deportation but about converting permanent residency permits.