Sweden

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nyckelharpatraditional Swedish musical instrument.

9,555,893

449,964 km²

20 km²

Population

Area

Density

9,555,893

449,964 km²

20 km²

81,903,000

357,121 km²

229 km²

9,555,893

449,964 km²

20 km²

81,903,000

357,121 km²

229 km²

314,167,157

9,629,091 km²

32 km²

47.72723GINI

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Government

Carl XVI Gustaf Fredrik Reinfeldt

Prime MinisterKing of Sweden

Political systemconstitutional monarchy

currency

Euro swedisch krona

1 8.7

from: 13.10.13

kr

second most competitive country in the world2010

Music has the deepest influence on the mind of all the arts.

Napoleon Bonaparte

Video: http://youtu.be/i38GW6QOFHA

Gender equality

Constitution

anti-discrimination law for genders

parental leave

parents will be granted 480 days of paid parental leave

gender teaching

Gender teaching is taken up in elementary school treated extensively

executive position

the proportion of women in leadership positions grows.

Riksdagnational legislative assembly

44% womens

38% 17%

Do‘s & Dont‘s

Shake hands with everyone present

Maintain eye contact at all times while talking with someone.

Swedes take punctuality for business meetings very seriously and expect you to do likewise.

Agendas are clearly set for meetings with a stated purpose.

Swedes are factual, practical, precise, reserved and get to the point quickly. When communicating with Swedes, be clear and concise in detailing what you expect from them. They will be equally clear with you.

Swedes wear fashionable, but often casual, European style warm clothing. It is important to be well dressed in public at all times.

Knowledge about Sweden's economy, high standard of living, sports, architecture, history, etc. is appreciated.

Do‘s

source: http://www.ediplomat.com/np/cultural_etiquette/ce_se.htm

Do not criticize Swedish lifestyle, sexual habits, suicide rate, prices, etc.

Do not praise another city or area in Sweden over the one you are presently visiting. Swedes are very proud of their own town or region.

Speak loudly in public places, especially on public transportation.

Walk inside with your shoes still on.

“I don’t like coffee.”

Compare People to other countries likes Danes, Norwegians, Germans or Finns

Make fun of the Vasa Ship (warship).

Dont‘s

Thank you for your attention

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