Sweden

Sweden is a Nordic country in Northern Europe and the third-largest country in the European Union by area. Sweden has a population of 10.2 million people and a nominal GDP of $565 billion. The capital city is Stockholm. The official language is Swedish. Sweden is a constitutional monarchy with a parliamentary democracy. The current monarch is King Carl XVI Gustaf. The prime minister is Stefan Löfven, of the Swedish Social Democratic Party. Sweden is a member of the European Union, the United Nations, the Council of Europe, NATO, and the OECD. It is also a founding member of the Nordic Council. Sweden has a long history of political and military neutrality–it has not been involved in a war in over 200 years. The Swedish armed forces are among the smallest in the world. Sweden is known for its high standard of living, its generous social welfare system, and its progressive policies on gender equality and environmental protection. It ranks highly in several measures of global competitiveness, including education, health care, and economic freedom. The Swedish economy is largely export-oriented. The main exports are machinery, vehicles, chemicals, iron and steel, forest products, and pharmaceuticals. Sweden is also a major producer of renewable energy, including hydropower, wind power, and biofuels. Sweden is a beautiful country with a diverse landscape, from the snow-capped mountains of the north to the coastal islands of the south. The country is also home to a variety of wildlife, including moose, reindeer, and brown bears. Sweden is a great place to live, work, and raise a family. It is also an excellent destination for tourists, with its stunning scenery, vibrant cities, and rich cultural heritage.