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Stockholm, Sweden
Joined May 2010
Every minute, more than two people are infected with HIV. Gender inequality and violence increase the risk of HIV. By providing considerable support to the @GlobalFund, @UNFPA and others, Sweden is contributing to the global fight against HIV and all forms of sexual and
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One in three women around the world is subjected to violence. Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. One in three women around the world is subjected to physical or sexual violence in her lifetime, most often by a man with whom they have a close
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As long as the Russian aggression continues, Sweden has a clear two-point plan: to strengthen Ukraine and to weaken Russia. Ukraine can count on Sweden’s support.
❗️Sweden will not recognize Russia’s annexation of Ukrainian territories – Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard "Our position is that, in order to achieve a just and lasting peace, borders cannot be changed by force. There can be no restrictions on the Ukrainian
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Today we remember Holodomor and honour the millions of Ukrainians who died in the man-made famine of 1932–33. Ninety years later, the Kremlin is once again committing serious violations of international law in Ukraine. The Commission of Inquiry has concluded systematic and
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On November 21, 2013, Ukrainians took to the streets to defend democratic values, freedom and our European choice. Today, we mark the Day of Dignity and Freedom in remembrance of those events that set our course toward full-fledged EU membership as irreversible. As a
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Today marks 30 years since the Dayton Peace Agreement brought the devastating war in Bosnia and Herzegovina to an end. Sweden and the EU stand by Bosnia and Herzegovina on its path to the EU. The Swedish long-standing support to Bosnia’s EU reforms will continue.
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The situation in Sudan is horrific. Today EU’s Foreign Ministers discussed Sudan and adopted restrictive measures against the second in command of the RSF. https://t.co/KZ5F28X9OE
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The European Union issued a statement condemning in the strongest terms the grave and ongoing atrocities perpetrated by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan, including following the seizure of the...
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Important meeting today in Brussels on the support to Gaza and crucial reforms of the PA. Together with the EU and regional partners, Sweden stands ready to contribute to the important work ahead. Sweden supports the implementation of the Security Council resolution in full
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Great meeting today with the foreign ministers of ASEAN and EU Member States. There is great potential to increase our strategic and security cooperation to address common regional and global challenges. We look forward to upgrading the EU-ASEAN partnership.
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”Our imports from Russia exceed our support to Ukraine by an astonishing 124 billion euros. It’s a disgrace.” - @MariaStenergard. See doorstep here 👇 https://t.co/TntfUSLFjD
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“The children of Ukraine belong with their families, not in Russia.” @MariaStenergard, @BenjaminDousa. Russia has forcibly displaced and systematically deported tens of thousands of Ukrainian children. Large numbers of children have been forced to change their identity, moved to
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In Berlin today, Germany’s Chancellor Merz and I signed an expansion of the Sweden-Germany strategic innovation partnership. Germany is one of our closest allies and partners. With this expanded agreement, our countries will strengthen cooperation on foreign policy, security and
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Spoke at Berlin Security Conference some moments ago. I am hopeful for Europe. Our security grows stronger. Our support remain steadfast for Ukraine and the rules-based order.
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Today marks 79 years since Sweden joined the UN. Since 1946, Sweden has been a dedicated partner for peace, development, and human rights — guided by the #UNCharter and the belief that global challenges require global cooperation. Together, we can shape a UN fit for purpose.
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Sweden remains committed to global food security. #GrainfromUkraine is an initiative that helps efforts to alleviate the global food crisis by delivering Ukrainian wheat to people in need throughout the world. Sweden is now increasing its support to Grain from Ukraine, via the
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Today, during the Swedish state visit to Canada, the Canada-Sweden Strategic Partnership was launched. This marks a new, exciting chapter in our relationship. Canada and Sweden are transatlantic partners, NATO Allies and like-minded Arctic nations. We will now deepen our
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An important agreement was signed today between Saab and the Republic of Colombia on the aquisition of 17 new Gripen aircraft - a source of Swedish pride and one of the best systems in the world. Welcome to the Gripen family.
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🇸🇪 joins the EU in welcoming the signature of the Doha Framework for a Comprehensive Peace Agreement between the Government of the 🇨🇩 and the AFC/M23. SE commends @Dr_Al_Khulaifi, @US_SrAdvisorAF, @FEGnassingbe and the African Union for their mediation efforts. SE urges all
#DRC: The EU welcomes the Framework Agreement for Peace between the DRC and the Congo River Alliance/March 23 Movement, signed in Doha, as a positive step towards reaching durable peace in Eastern DRC. We are grateful to Qatar for its commitment and diplomatic efforts.
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On 14 November, Saab and the Republic of Colombia signed an agreement on the acquisition of 17 JAS Gripen E/F aircraft. Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa attended the signing ceremony in Cali. https://t.co/p9VSuzsXfY
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On 14 November, Saab and the Republic of Colombia signed an agreement on the acquisition of 17 JAS Gripen E/F aircraft. Minister for International...
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