Sweden's Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom to Step Down

Sweden's Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom announced on social media platform X that he will step down next week at the opening of parliament. He expressed a mix of sadness and pride and stated he would be leaving politics without a clear future plan yet. Billstrom has served since October 2022.

Sweden's Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom has announced his upcoming resignation, effective next week during the opening of parliament. He made the announcement on the social media platform X on Wednesday.

Billstrom, who served as foreign minister since October 2022, expressed a mix of sadness and pride in his decision. He has not yet disclosed his future plans but mentioned his departure from politics.

The 50-year-old conservative politician has been a significant figure in Sweden's political landscape and his departure marks the end of his current political career.

(With inputs from agencies.)