Committee on Foreign Affairs (Sweden)

The Committee on Foreign Affairs (Swedish: Utrikesutskottet) is a standing committee in the Swedish Riksdag (parliament). The committee is responsible for preparing matters relating to Sweden's foreign policy, international agreements, and international organisations.

The committee's responsibilities include:

• Examining and preparing proposals related to Sweden's foreign policy.
• Scrutinizing the government's actions in the area of foreign policy.
• Participating in international parliamentary cooperation.
• Handling matters related to international agreements, such as treaties and conventions.
• Overseeing matters concerning international organizations, including the United Nations and the European Union, insofar as they relate to foreign policy.

The committee comprises members from all parties represented in the Riksdag, reflecting the proportional distribution of seats. The composition of the committee mirrors the overall political landscape of the parliament. The committee's work is conducted through meetings, hearings, and the examination of government bills and member motions. The committee then presents a report to the Riksdag, which serves as a basis for parliamentary debate and decision-making. The recommendations of the committee carry significant weight in the Riksdag's deliberations on foreign policy issues.