Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson announced his resignation following a narrow defeat in the recent parliamentary election. The vote, held on Sunday, saw the centrist and center-right opposition parties secure a slim majority with 176 seats, surpassing Kristersson’s ruling right-wing coalition, which obtained 173 seats.

This outcome paves the way for Magdalena Andersson, leader of the Social Democratic Party and Sweden’s first female prime minister from 2021 to 2022, to potentially return to power after four years in opposition. The election result reflects a shift in the political landscape, with voters favoring the opposition bloc by a narrow margin.

Kristersson’s resignation marks a significant development in Swedish politics, as the country prepares for a transition of leadership. Andersson’s anticipated comeback underscores the continued influence of the Social Democrats in Sweden’s parliamentary system, despite periods out of government since her initial tenure. Details regarding the formal process of government formation and the timeline for the transition remain to be confirmed.