Sweden has been neutral, meaning it hasn’t taken sides in wars, for over 200 years. This started in 1814 and has shaped how Sweden interacts with other countries today.
Helping with Peace: Sweden is well-known for helping to fix conflicts. They have taken part in more than 50 peace talks.
Global Organizations: Sweden joined the United Nations in 1946. Every year, they give over $500 million to help the world develop and grow.
Helping Others: About 1% of Sweden's money made each year goes to help other countries.
Stopping Weapons: Sweden works hard to get rid of nuclear weapons and is involved with groups like the Chemical Weapons Convention.
This long history of staying neutral shows how much Sweden cares about peace and working together on global issues.
Sweden has been neutral, meaning it hasn’t taken sides in wars, for over 200 years. This started in 1814 and has shaped how Sweden interacts with other countries today.
Helping with Peace: Sweden is well-known for helping to fix conflicts. They have taken part in more than 50 peace talks.
Global Organizations: Sweden joined the United Nations in 1946. Every year, they give over $500 million to help the world develop and grow.
Helping Others: About 1% of Sweden's money made each year goes to help other countries.
Stopping Weapons: Sweden works hard to get rid of nuclear weapons and is involved with groups like the Chemical Weapons Convention.
This long history of staying neutral shows how much Sweden cares about peace and working together on global issues.