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General Information

National Identity

Official Language(s)Swedish

National CurrencySwedish Krona (SEK)

National Day(s)6 June (National Day)

Capitals

Political / Administrative CapitalStockholm

Economic CapitalStockholm

Cultural CapitalStockholm

Transport & Connectivity

Flight Duration from the UAE≈ 6.5 – 7 h Direct flights

Primary AirportStockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)

Primary PortPort of Gothenburg

Geography

Land Area-

Length of the Coastline3,218 km

Highest PointKebnekaise (2,096 m)

Primary Inland Water Body / RiverLake Vanern (the third-largest lake in Europe and the largest in the European Union)

ClimateTemperate, with maritime and continental influences; subarctic in the north

Border Countries

NorwayFinland

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Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research

Key Facts

Sveriges Riksbank, Sweden’s central bank, was founded in 1668 and is the world’s oldest central bank.

Sweden has nearly 100,000 lakes spread across the country.

Surstromming, Sweden’s famous fermented Baltic herring, has its own traditional season beginning in late summer.

The Nobel Prizes were established through the will of Swedish inventor Alfred Nobel.

The medieval town of Visby is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved Hanseatic towns in northern Europe.

The Celsius temperature scale was developed by Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius in the 18th century.

The three-point seat belt was invented by Swedish engineer Nils Bohlin and has saved countless lives worldwide.

Fika is a cherished Swedish tradition centered on taking time for coffee, pastries and conversation, reflecting the country’s strong coffee culture.

Sweden introduced paid parental leave for both parents in 1974, and some benefit days can now be transferred to grandparents or other caregivers.

In northern Sweden, the sun can remain visible for nearly two months during summer because of the Midnight Sun.

Sweden has more islands than any other country in the world, with over 267,000 islands.

Stockholm’s Metro is renowned for its extensive public art, with all 100 stations featuring artworks such as murals, sculptures and installations.

Last Updated: July 2026Source: Internal Research

Economic Overview

Macroeconomic Snapshot

GDP, current prices-USD Billions

Real GDP growth-Annual percent change (%)

GDP per capita, current prices-USD per capita

Population-Millions of people

General government gross debt-% of GDP

Income levelWorld Bank classification-

Economic Comparison

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Foreign Trade

No data available for this section yet.

Political Overview

Leadership

Head of State

H.M. King Carl XVI Gustaf

Since September 1973

Head of Government

H.E. Ulf Kristersson

Since October 2022

Minister of Foreign Affairs

H.E. Maria Malmer Stenergard

Since September 2024

Minister of Finance

H.E. Elisabeth Svantesson

Since October 2022

Minister of Trade

H.E. Benjamin Dousa

Since September 2024

Minister of Defense

H.E. Dr. Pal Jonson

Since October 2022

Political Summary

Political System

Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

The monarch serves as head of state with ceremonial duties, while executive power is exercised by the Prime Minister and the government.

Ruling Party

Moderate Party (M): Centre-right (since October 2022; caretaker government since September 2026)

Main Opposition Force(s)

Social Democratic Party (S): Centre-left (largest party in the Riksdag; government formation ongoing after the September 2026 election)Left Party (V): Left-wingGreen Party (MP): Centre-left

Next Presidential Election

Not applicable (Hereditary)

Next Legislative Election

September 2030

Last Updated: November 2026Source: Internal Research

Membership in Key Organizations and Blocs

59Organizations

18Member

18Founding Member

6Partner, Observer or Participant

17Not a Member

Last Updated: July 2026Source: Official websites of the respective organizations

Competitiveness Indexes

Index	Year	Rank Out of	Sweden	UAE

No index matches.

Diplomatic Relations and Representation

Date of Establishment of Diplomatic Relations22 Apr 197452 years of relations

UAE Ambassador

H.E. Ghasaq Yousif ShaheenUAE Ambassador to Sweden · Resident

Foreign Ambassador

H.E. Fredrik FlorenAmbassador of Sweden to the UAE · Resident

Last Updated: June 2026Source: MoFA; Internal Research

Flights by UAE Carriers

Passenger Flights

October 2026 figures

4Total Weekly Passenger Flights

EYEtihad Airways0

EKEmirates4

FZflydubai0

G9Air Arabia0

Cargo Flights

October 2026 figures

0Total Weekly Cargo Flights

EYEtihad Cargo0

EKEmirates SkyCargo0

Last Updated: October 2026Source: GCAA

Consular Information

	Tourists	Residents	Students	Golden Visa Holders
Sweden Nationalsin the UAE	-	-	-	-
UAE Citizensin Sweden	-	-	-	-

Main Agreements and MoUs

Agreement / MOU	Status	Notes
CEPAComprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement	Not Signed	Sweden is an EU member state.UAE–EU negotiations were launched on 28 May 2025.The first round of negotiations began on 24 Jun 2025.
IPPAInvestment Protection and Promotion Agreement	Ratified	Signed on 11 Nov 1999.Entered into force on 6 May 2000.
DTADouble Taxation Avoidance Agreement	-	-
ASAAir Services Agreement	Ratified	Signed and entered into force on 13 Dec 2016.

Ratified— Signed and entered into force

Signed— Signed, but entry into force or ratification is pending

Not Signed— No signed agreement exists

Last Updated: September 2026Source: Internal Research

UAE Foreign Assistance

UAE Aid to Sweden	Total Amount
Amount (USD Mn)	-

Bilateral Visits

Official Visits from the UAE

H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al MaktoumChairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of Dubai Council
Jun2026
H.E. Reem bint Ebrahim Al HashimyMinister of State for International Cooperation
Jun2026
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al NahyanDeputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs
Mar2025
H.E. Noura bint Mohamed Al KaabiMinister of State
May2023

Official Visits to the UAE

H.E. Maria Malmer StenergardMinister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden
Jun2026
H.E. Benjamin DousaMinister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade of Sweden
Sep2025
H.E. Dr. Pal JonsonMinister for Defense of Sweden
Jun2025
H.E. Gunnar StrommerMinister for Justice of Sweden
Nov2024
H.E. Johan ForssellMinister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade of Sweden
Feb2024
H.E. Ulf KristerssonPrime Minister of Sweden
Dec2023
H.E. Ann LindeMinister of Foreign Affairs of Sweden
Mar2022
H.E. Tomas EnerothMinister for Infrastructure of Sweden
Feb2022