In early February, the leader of the Liberal party, Simona Mohamsson, reportedly approached Jimmie Åkesson, the leader of the Sweden Democrats (SD), to discuss the possibility of forming a government coalition. This marked the beginning of concealed discussions that have been ongoing since February 12 among prominent figures from both parties. The attempts at collaboration are leading towards an agreement known as the "Sverigelöftet," which underscores the complexities of Swedish politics and the delicate alliances being formed among the parties involved.

The negotiating group comprises key individuals, including the Minister for Upper Secondary Schools Lotta Edholm (L), Henrik Vinge from SD, and Adam Alfredsson, Mohamsson's secretary of state. Notably, other parties within the Tidö coalition, such as the Moderate Party and Christian Democrats, have not participated in these discussions. The confidentiality surrounding these talks has been significant, with only a small circle within the Liberal party being aware of the negotiations until recently, further highlighting the strategic maneuvering characteristic of Swedish politics.

As news of these discussions surfaced, the wider leadership of the Liberal party was only informed on the Thursday when media outlets began reporting on a potential shift in strategy. This revelation raises questions regarding transparency within the party and the potential implications these negotiations could have for the future of the political landscape in Sweden, particularly concerning the rising influence of the Sweden Democrats in forming governmental alliances.