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Fact sheets about Sweden

Our fact sheets about Sweden cover a wide range of topics. Below you will find them all in one list, alphabetically sorted. They are also listed under the relevant categories on the site.


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Sweden in brief:
Facts, emblems and map

Sweden is one of the largest countries in Europe, with great diversity in its nature and climate. Its distinctive yellow and blue flag is one of the national emblems that reflect centuries of history between Sweden and its Nordic neighbors.

 

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The Nobel Prize captures the world’s attention

The Nobel Prize is considered the most prestigious award in the world. Prize-winning discoveries include X-rays, radioactivity and penicillin. Peace Laureates include Nelson Mandela and Barack Obama. Nobel Laureates in Literature, including Rudyard Kipling and Doris Lessing, have thrilled readers with works such as The Jungle Book and The Grass is Singing.

 

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Innovation: Inventing tomorrow’s world

A century ago, Sweden was among the poorest nations in Europe. It’s a small country, home to just 0.14 percent of the global population. Yet today, it is a world leader in innovation.

 
 

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