This is a success for our policies. In order to intensify this work, it is highly important that a special chapter on employment be introduced into the EU Treaties. On this basis the Government invites the political parties, the parties to the labour market and all of the people of Sweden to jointly quell unemployment. Only in this way can we realize the Sweden of our dreams. Globalization and internationalization have dramatically changed the conditions for politics and people's lives.
Security is no longer merely a national concern.
Increased international cooperation is needed to solve the major long-term questions concerning peace, democracy, security and the environment. Policies will therefore focus on four areas. EU cooperation will be better utilized Sweden's membership of the European Union is the continuation of a long tradition of dedication to cooperation and solidarity in international affairs. The Government will actively utilize the opportunities arising from Sweden's membership for creating prosperity and common security in our part of the world. Greater importance will be attached to EU issues in the domestic policy process.