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“Cooperation across borders, disciplines and sectors will be essential to meet the challenges ahead.”
Last week, His Majesty the King of Sweden spoke at the high-level meeting Belém Climate Summit in Brazil, held in preparation for the UN Climate Conference #COP30, which starts today.
Last week, His Majesty the King of Sweden spoke at the high-level meeting Belém Climate Summit in Brazil, held in preparation for the UN Climate Conference #COP30, which starts today.
November 10, 2025 at 4:02 PM
“Cooperation across borders, disciplines and sectors will be essential to meet the challenges ahead.”
Last week, His Majesty the King of Sweden spoke at the high-level meeting Belém Climate Summit in Brazil, held in preparation for the UN Climate Conference #COP30, which starts today.
Last week, His Majesty the King of Sweden spoke at the high-level meeting Belém Climate Summit in Brazil, held in preparation for the UN Climate Conference #COP30, which starts today.
Last week, Sweden led an all-Member-state briefing by @unocha.org on the state-of-play of the humanitarian landscape and on two key reform processes – UN80 and the Humanitarian Reset. After the briefing, Sweden presented the zero-draft of the annual Humanitarian Omnibus resolution.
November 8, 2025 at 3:42 AM
Last week, Sweden led an all-Member-state briefing by @unocha.org on the state-of-play of the humanitarian landscape and on two key reform processes – UN80 and the Humanitarian Reset. After the briefing, Sweden presented the zero-draft of the annual Humanitarian Omnibus resolution.
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the UN Resolution 1325 which addresses the critical role women play in peace & political processes, and the impact of conflict on women.
With armed conflicts at historic highs, the full implementation of the WPS Agenda is more urgent than ever
With armed conflicts at historic highs, the full implementation of the WPS Agenda is more urgent than ever
October 31, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Today marks the 25th anniversary of the UN Resolution 1325 which addresses the critical role women play in peace & political processes, and the impact of conflict on women.
With armed conflicts at historic highs, the full implementation of the WPS Agenda is more urgent than ever
With armed conflicts at historic highs, the full implementation of the WPS Agenda is more urgent than ever
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The latest UN Commission of Inquiry report concludes that Russia’s systematic drone attacks targeting civilians in Kherson may amount to crimes against humanity.
Supporting Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its grave violations of international law remains a top priority for Sweden.
Supporting Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its grave violations of international law remains a top priority for Sweden.
October 30, 2025 at 1:19 PM
The latest UN Commission of Inquiry report concludes that Russia’s systematic drone attacks targeting civilians in Kherson may amount to crimes against humanity.
Supporting Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its grave violations of international law remains a top priority for Sweden.
Supporting Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its grave violations of international law remains a top priority for Sweden.
Therese Hydén, Director-General for Legal Affairs at @swedishmfa.bsky.social , moderated yesterday’s dialogue between 6C and the ILC, featuring the Chairs of the Study Group on Sea Level Rise. Discussions focused on the group’s final report, with remarks from several Member States. #ILW2025
October 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Therese Hydén, Director-General for Legal Affairs at @swedishmfa.bsky.social , moderated yesterday’s dialogue between 6C and the ILC, featuring the Chairs of the Study Group on Sea Level Rise. Discussions focused on the group’s final report, with remarks from several Member States. #ILW2025
Today we celebrate 80 years of the UN — 80 years of working together for peace and security, human rights, and a better future for all.
Sweden stands firm in its support of the #UNCharter and together we must continue to uphold its principles and strengthen global cooperation. #UNDay
Sweden stands firm in its support of the #UNCharter and together we must continue to uphold its principles and strengthen global cooperation. #UNDay
October 24, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Today we celebrate 80 years of the UN — 80 years of working together for peace and security, human rights, and a better future for all.
Sweden stands firm in its support of the #UNCharter and together we must continue to uphold its principles and strengthen global cooperation. #UNDay
Sweden stands firm in its support of the #UNCharter and together we must continue to uphold its principles and strengthen global cooperation. #UNDay
Let one truth be clear: Russia has chosen a war of aggression. Ukraine exercises its inherent right to self-defense under the UN Charter. There is no false balance between aggressor & victim. Russia must be held accountable.
Sweden on behalf of #NB8 🇩🇰🇪🇪🇫🇮🇮🇸🇱🇻🇱🇹🇳🇴🇸🇪 at UNGA on Ukraine.
Sweden on behalf of #NB8 🇩🇰🇪🇪🇫🇮🇮🇸🇱🇻🇱🇹🇳🇴🇸🇪 at UNGA on Ukraine.
September 4, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Let one truth be clear: Russia has chosen a war of aggression. Ukraine exercises its inherent right to self-defense under the UN Charter. There is no false balance between aggressor & victim. Russia must be held accountable.
Sweden on behalf of #NB8 🇩🇰🇪🇪🇫🇮🇮🇸🇱🇻🇱🇹🇳🇴🇸🇪 at UNGA on Ukraine.
Sweden on behalf of #NB8 🇩🇰🇪🇪🇫🇮🇮🇸🇱🇻🇱🇹🇳🇴🇸🇪 at UNGA on Ukraine.
🇸🇪 with 🇦🇺🇧🇪🇨🇦🇩🇰🇪🇺🇫🇮🇫🇷🇩🇪🇬🇷🇮🇸🇮🇪🇯🇵🇱🇺🇳🇱🇳🇿🇳🇴🇪🇸🇨🇭🇬🇧 welcomes UNICEF’s new Strategic Plan. We support its strong focus on a rights-based approach, gender equality, inclusion & humanitarian principles – and call for robust implementation despite today’s challenges.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
September 2, 2025 at 9:42 PM
🇸🇪 with 🇦🇺🇧🇪🇨🇦🇩🇰🇪🇺🇫🇮🇫🇷🇩🇪🇬🇷🇮🇸🇮🇪🇯🇵🇱🇺🇳🇱🇳🇿🇳🇴🇪🇸🇨🇭🇬🇧 welcomes UNICEF’s new Strategic Plan. We support its strong focus on a rights-based approach, gender equality, inclusion & humanitarian principles – and call for robust implementation despite today’s challenges.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board.
Sexual and reproductive health and rights are essential. Sweden fully supports @unfpa.org’s lifesaving work and new strategic plan for 2026–2029.
Read our full statement↓
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Sexual and reproductive health and rights are essential. Sweden fully supports @unfpa.org’s lifesaving work and new strategic plan for 2026–2029.
Read our full statement↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
August 27, 2025 at 12:33 PM
UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board.
Sexual and reproductive health and rights are essential. Sweden fully supports @unfpa.org’s lifesaving work and new strategic plan for 2026–2029.
Read our full statement↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
Sexual and reproductive health and rights are essential. Sweden fully supports @unfpa.org’s lifesaving work and new strategic plan for 2026–2029.
Read our full statement↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
Thank you to Turkmenistan 🇹🇲 for hosting #LLDC3. Sweden🇸🇪 stands ready to partner with Landlocked Developing Countries on implementing the Awaza Programme of Action. We remain a steadfast friend to the 32 LLDCs as they navigate the unique challenges of being landlocked.
August 7, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Thank you to Turkmenistan 🇹🇲 for hosting #LLDC3. Sweden🇸🇪 stands ready to partner with Landlocked Developing Countries on implementing the Awaza Programme of Action. We remain a steadfast friend to the 32 LLDCs as they navigate the unique challenges of being landlocked.
Today Sweden🇸🇪 delivered our national statement at #HLPF2025. In a time of global uncertainty, Sweden remains a dedicated and reliable partner in sustainable development.
We can—and must—accelerate the implementation of the #SDGs.
Read statement ↓
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We can—and must—accelerate the implementation of the #SDGs.
Read statement ↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
July 22, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Today Sweden🇸🇪 delivered our national statement at #HLPF2025. In a time of global uncertainty, Sweden remains a dedicated and reliable partner in sustainable development.
We can—and must—accelerate the implementation of the #SDGs.
Read statement ↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
We can—and must—accelerate the implementation of the #SDGs.
Read statement ↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
Today, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a special address on ‘A Moment of Opportunity: Supercharging the Clean Energy Age’.
Sweden was there and welcomes focus on urgency and solutions.
🇸🇪Read about the Swedish offer to support ambitious climate plans:
www.government.se/articles/202...
Sweden was there and welcomes focus on urgency and solutions.
🇸🇪Read about the Swedish offer to support ambitious climate plans:
www.government.se/articles/202...
July 22, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Today, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a special address on ‘A Moment of Opportunity: Supercharging the Clean Energy Age’.
Sweden was there and welcomes focus on urgency and solutions.
🇸🇪Read about the Swedish offer to support ambitious climate plans:
www.government.se/articles/202...
Sweden was there and welcomes focus on urgency and solutions.
🇸🇪Read about the Swedish offer to support ambitious climate plans:
www.government.se/articles/202...
"What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others" — Nelson Mandela
On #MandelaDay, Sweden🇸🇪 stands with the UN in honoring Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Let’s continue striving for peace, dignity, and human rights for all.
On #MandelaDay, Sweden🇸🇪 stands with the UN in honoring Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Let’s continue striving for peace, dignity, and human rights for all.
July 18, 2025 at 2:44 PM
"What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others" — Nelson Mandela
On #MandelaDay, Sweden🇸🇪 stands with the UN in honoring Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Let’s continue striving for peace, dignity, and human rights for all.
On #MandelaDay, Sweden🇸🇪 stands with the UN in honoring Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Let’s continue striving for peace, dignity, and human rights for all.
At the UN DESA/ENERGIA #HLPF2025 event on the gender dimensions of SDG 7, Sweden welcomed the Policy Brief’s call to integrate gender indicators into energy systems—crucial for a just, inclusive transition.
Through Sida, 🇸🇪 supports gender-smart energy solutions that deliver real impact.
Through Sida, 🇸🇪 supports gender-smart energy solutions that deliver real impact.
July 17, 2025 at 8:08 PM
At the UN DESA/ENERGIA #HLPF2025 event on the gender dimensions of SDG 7, Sweden welcomed the Policy Brief’s call to integrate gender indicators into energy systems—crucial for a just, inclusive transition.
Through Sida, 🇸🇪 supports gender-smart energy solutions that deliver real impact.
Through Sida, 🇸🇪 supports gender-smart energy solutions that deliver real impact.
At the opening of UN's High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development #HLPF2025. This year marks 10 years since the adoption of the 17 sustainable development goals #Agenda2030.
Gender equality and economic growth are two of the topics that will be reviewed.
Gender equality and economic growth are two of the topics that will be reviewed.
July 14, 2025 at 2:48 PM
At the opening of UN's High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development #HLPF2025. This year marks 10 years since the adoption of the 17 sustainable development goals #Agenda2030.
Gender equality and economic growth are two of the topics that will be reviewed.
Gender equality and economic growth are two of the topics that will be reviewed.
🇸🇪 State Secretary Diana Janse is in Sevilla, Spain, at the Fourth Financing for Development Conference #FfD4, a once in a decade moment and a milestone for sustainable development.
Sweden will continue to promote innovative financing solutions and mobilize both domestic and private capital.
Sweden will continue to promote innovative financing solutions and mobilize both domestic and private capital.
June 30, 2025 at 7:35 PM
🇸🇪 State Secretary Diana Janse is in Sevilla, Spain, at the Fourth Financing for Development Conference #FfD4, a once in a decade moment and a milestone for sustainable development.
Sweden will continue to promote innovative financing solutions and mobilize both domestic and private capital.
Sweden will continue to promote innovative financing solutions and mobilize both domestic and private capital.
Today 🇸🇪 Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard met with the ED of UN Women Sima Bahous and addressed the @UN_Women Executive Board - chaired by Sweden this year. Reaffirming Sweden’s steadfast commitment to gender equality, and emphasized the importance of women’s economic empowerment.
June 19, 2025 at 2:18 AM
Today 🇸🇪 Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard met with the ED of UN Women Sima Bahous and addressed the @UN_Women Executive Board - chaired by Sweden this year. Reaffirming Sweden’s steadfast commitment to gender equality, and emphasized the importance of women’s economic empowerment.
Proud to welcome 🇸🇪 Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard to the UN🇺🇳
Here to meet UN Secretary-General António Guterre, address the @unwomen.bsky.social Executive Board - chaired by Sweden - and meetings on the Middle East, UN reforms and Gender Equality.
🔗 government.se/press-releas...
Here to meet UN Secretary-General António Guterre, address the @unwomen.bsky.social Executive Board - chaired by Sweden - and meetings on the Middle East, UN reforms and Gender Equality.
🔗 government.se/press-releas...
June 19, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Proud to welcome 🇸🇪 Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard to the UN🇺🇳
Here to meet UN Secretary-General António Guterre, address the @unwomen.bsky.social Executive Board - chaired by Sweden - and meetings on the Middle East, UN reforms and Gender Equality.
🔗 government.se/press-releas...
Here to meet UN Secretary-General António Guterre, address the @unwomen.bsky.social Executive Board - chaired by Sweden - and meetings on the Middle East, UN reforms and Gender Equality.
🔗 government.se/press-releas...
At the UNICEF Executive Board, 🇦🇺🇨🇦🇩🇰🇪🇺🇫🇮🇫🇷🇩🇪🇬🇷🇮🇸🇮🇪🇯🇵🇱🇺🇳🇱🇳🇿🇳🇴🇪🇸🇨🇭🇬🇧🇸🇪 expressed strong joint support for @unicef.org’s humanitarian work.
We commend efforts to reach the most vulnerable and call for bold reform, local leadership, and principled action to protect children in crisis.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
We commend efforts to reach the most vulnerable and call for bold reform, local leadership, and principled action to protect children in crisis.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
June 10, 2025 at 9:37 PM
At the UNICEF Executive Board, 🇦🇺🇨🇦🇩🇰🇪🇺🇫🇮🇫🇷🇩🇪🇬🇷🇮🇸🇮🇪🇯🇵🇱🇺🇳🇱🇳🇿🇳🇴🇪🇸🇨🇭🇬🇧🇸🇪 expressed strong joint support for @unicef.org’s humanitarian work.
We commend efforts to reach the most vulnerable and call for bold reform, local leadership, and principled action to protect children in crisis.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
We commend efforts to reach the most vulnerable and call for bold reform, local leadership, and principled action to protect children in crisis.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
Today marks the start of the UN Conference on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities - #COSP18.
Sweden stand firmly for a world where persons with disabilities enjoy full inclusion, participation, and equal rights.
Sweden stand firmly for a world where persons with disabilities enjoy full inclusion, participation, and equal rights.
June 10, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Today marks the start of the UN Conference on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities - #COSP18.
Sweden stand firmly for a world where persons with disabilities enjoy full inclusion, participation, and equal rights.
Sweden stand firmly for a world where persons with disabilities enjoy full inclusion, participation, and equal rights.
Big congratulations to Ambassador Nicola Clase on receiving H.M. The King’s Medal, twelfth size with the Seraphim Ribbon, for outstanding contributions to the Swedish Foreign Service.
📷: Jonas Borg/The Royal Court of Sweden
📷: Jonas Borg/The Royal Court of Sweden
June 10, 2025 at 1:44 PM
Big congratulations to Ambassador Nicola Clase on receiving H.M. The King’s Medal, twelfth size with the Seraphim Ribbon, for outstanding contributions to the Swedish Foreign Service.
📷: Jonas Borg/The Royal Court of Sweden
📷: Jonas Borg/The Royal Court of Sweden
At #UNDPEB, Sweden thanked Administrator @achimsteiner.bsky.social for 8 years of strong leadership in strengthening @undp.org and the UN development system. 🇸🇪 welcomed the UN80 initiative and focused Strategic Plan. Together, we can build a more effective, inclusive and gender-equal UN.
June 5, 2025 at 9:11 PM
At #UNDPEB, Sweden thanked Administrator @achimsteiner.bsky.social for 8 years of strong leadership in strengthening @undp.org and the UN development system. 🇸🇪 welcomed the UN80 initiative and focused Strategic Plan. Together, we can build a more effective, inclusive and gender-equal UN.
Today, Sweden joined the UN Secretary-General’s Annual Memorial Service to the 168 UN personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2024. We pay tribute to their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Their legacy lives on. 🕊️
June 5, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Today, Sweden joined the UN Secretary-General’s Annual Memorial Service to the 168 UN personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty in 2024. We pay tribute to their courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Their legacy lives on. 🕊️
At today’s @unfpa.org Annual Session, Sweden reaffirms its strong support for UNFPA’s vital work advancing sexual & reproductive health and rights for all. Grateful to Dr. Natalia Kanem for her visionary leadership and unwavering dedication.
Statement↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
Statement↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
June 3, 2025 at 4:21 PM
At today’s @unfpa.org Annual Session, Sweden reaffirms its strong support for UNFPA’s vital work advancing sexual & reproductive health and rights for all. Grateful to Dr. Natalia Kanem for her visionary leadership and unwavering dedication.
Statement↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
Statement↓
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...
🗳 #UNGA has voted!
Congratulations to the 5 newly elected non-permanent members of the UN Security Council:
🇧🇭 Bahrain
🇨🇴 Colombia
🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇷 Liberia
🇸🇪 looks forward to working closely with you during the 2026-2027 term.
Congratulations to the 5 newly elected non-permanent members of the UN Security Council:
🇧🇭 Bahrain
🇨🇴 Colombia
🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇷 Liberia
🇸🇪 looks forward to working closely with you during the 2026-2027 term.
June 3, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🗳 #UNGA has voted!
Congratulations to the 5 newly elected non-permanent members of the UN Security Council:
🇧🇭 Bahrain
🇨🇴 Colombia
🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇷 Liberia
🇸🇪 looks forward to working closely with you during the 2026-2027 term.
Congratulations to the 5 newly elected non-permanent members of the UN Security Council:
🇧🇭 Bahrain
🇨🇴 Colombia
🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo
🇱🇻 Latvia
🇱🇷 Liberia
🇸🇪 looks forward to working closely with you during the 2026-2027 term.