Category: The image of Sweden

Sweden's image is currently discussed through many contexts, including the public security situation and the weak krona. Questions like “How do burnings of the Qur’an affect Sweden’s image?” and “How can we strengthen Sweden's image?” are often posed to the Swedish Institute (SI), the agency tasked with monitoring and analysing how Sweden is viewed. Here, Madeleine Sjöstedt, SI’s Director-General, explains the agency's responsibilities and the work ahead.

The image of Sweden

Madeleine Sjöstedt on Sweden’s image internationally

Sweden’s image is currently discussed through many contexts, including the public security situation and the weak krona. Questions like “How do burnings of the Qur’an affect Sweden’s image?” and “How…

The image of Sweden

Sweden ranks 15 of 50 countries regarding health crises management

A report from Nation Brands Index (NBI) published August 25 focuses on the strength of 50 nations brands in relation to how they deal with health crises, such as the…

The image of Sweden

The Anxiety pod – a new epsiode of Stories from Sweden

What began as pure anxiety became a podcast! Five years ago, Ida and Sofie started the now very popular ‘Anxiety Pod’ (Ångestpodden).

TEKLA, The 2030 Agenda, The image of Sweden

State visit to India 2–6 December

On 2-6 December, Their Majesties the King and Queen of Sweden will visit New Delhi and Mumbai in India. The purpose of the state visit is to strengthen Indian-Swedish relations….

The image of Sweden

National therapy: Peter Johansson exhbition at Institute suédois

Artist Peter Johansson approaches the themes of nationalism and patriotism with a healthy dose of humour and self-mockery and a touch of provocation.