Sweden Appoints New Foreign Minister Amid Major Cabinet Reshuffle

Sweden has appointed Maria Malmer Stenergard as the new foreign minister following Tobias Billstrom's resignation. Stenergard is tasked with leading foreign policy on Ukraine. Sweden announced its 17th aid package for Ukraine, indicating strong support. The cabinet reshuffle also includes Johan Forssell taking over the migration portfolio.

Sweden appointed Maria Malmer Stenergard as foreign minister on Tuesday, selecting the former migration chief to spearhead policy on Ukraine just six months after her predecessor secured Sweden's accession to NATO.

The move follows Tobias Billstrom's surprise resignation, prompting a significant cabinet reshuffle. Sweden, NATO's newest member, is stepping up military support for Ukraine, underscored by a newly announced 17th aid package.

Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson highlighted Ukraine support as Sweden's top foreign policy priority. Stenergard emphasized maintaining sanctions on Russia and advancing Ukraine's EU membership. The reshuffle also places Johan Forssell as the new head of migration policies.

(With inputs from agencies.)