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Personal Invitation OnlyConference BusinessMaking Better Use of Research 2026: Evidence-Based Industrial Policy
Sweden spends billions on business support, innovation programmes and other industrial policy measures. But do we really know what works? SNS invites...
Seminar Democracy and societyWhich Way for EU–China Relations?
Partner, competitor and systemic rival all at once, the EU’s China policy involves difficult trade-offs between trade, security and values. China is one...
WebinarWebinar Environment, Climate and EnergyChina's Climate Policy – A Turning Point for the Global Transition?
Is China’s climate policy entering a new phase? What political and economic forces are shaping China’s decisions — and what are the...
28 Aug 2026Seminar Democracy and societyDemocracy Under Pressure – Is Sweden an Exception?
Democracy is in retreat across the world, now at its lowest point in nearly half a century. What is driving the decline, and why...
Personal Invitation OnlyConference SNSSNS Job Market 2026 – Meet Tomorrow's Leading Economists
Are you an employer looking to recruit one of Sweden’s most talented economists? Then SNS Job Market is the place for you. Each year, SNS brings...
Research report Public FinanceTaxes on Transport – Smarter Instruments for More Efficient Transport Systems
How the transport system is used largely depends on the taxes and fees facing the users. Hence, pricing has a greater impact...
Conversation with Public FinanceOpportunities and Challenges with Public-private Partnerships
Public-private partnerships (PPPs) have the potential to combine the efficiency, expertise, and resources of the private sector with the public sector’s ability...
More Perspectives, Deeper Insight — Now and for the Future
Promoting knowledge-driven social development is at the core of our work. By publishing and sharing current research on key societal issues, SNS contributes to a more fact-based public debate and provides a foundation for well-informed decisions.
Crime and SocietyCrime and Society
The project focuses on organized crime that has a major impact on society.
Economic and Social SecurityEconomic and Social Security
The research project provides a comprehensive overview of the Swedish social security systems.
Productivity, Competitiveness, and Sustainable GrowthProductivity, Competitiveness, and Sustainable Growth
How can we best ensure the development of tomorrow’s competencies?
The SNS Preparedness CommissionThe SNS Preparedness Commission
This project aims to contribute with valuable insights on how to establish and sustain socio-economically efficient preparedness.
SNS Democracy CouncilSNS Democracy Council
The SNS Democracy Council conducts research on the foundations, conditions, and development of democracy.
SNS InfraSNS Infra
How is infrastructure prioritized and financed, and how can the operation and security of these systems be organized?
SNS Economic Policy CouncilSNS Economic Policy Council
The SNS Economic Policy Council analyses how various key aspects of the economy function over time.
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Knowledge, Networks, and Anti-Polarization Since 1948
SNS is an independent, policy-oriented research institute that brings together leaders from business, government, academia, and politics to address the most pressing issues facing society. Since 1948, SNS has provided a platform for knowledge-based dialogue and analysis. Our members include many of Sweden’s foremost companies, government agencies and organizations.
