Sweden's coronavirus strategy has sparked global headlines for being comparatively more relaxed than other countries. But what do people here think of the approach, asks Erik Wengström, professor at the Department of Economics, Lund University, in this analysis republished from The Conversation.
The issue of Swedish neutrality during World War Two is not as straightforward as it may seem. While the country maintains its reputation of a peaceful nation, historians question the validity of this self-image, writes Anne Grietje Franssen in this analysis piece.
The coronavirus crisis has exposed strengths and weaknesses in every country and community it has affected. Some lessons can already be learned while others will take much longer to be clear, but here's a look at the questions that will need answers in Sweden.
Mark Klamberg, professor in international law at Stockholm University, explains the legal intricacies behind Sweden's decisions during the coronavirus outbreak.
When Sweden's path for handling the coronavirus pandemic is clearly deviating from other countries, who do international residents place their trust in, asks The Local Sweden's editor Emma Löfgren.
Living far away from family in these troubling times forces us to face unique challenges. But you are not alone, writes The Local's founder Paul Rapacioli.
Holed up in his parents' home since testing positive, Viktor Andersson has been killing time watching movies. For him, like almost all of those infected in the Nordic countries, the new coronavirus has yet to lead to anything more than a tedious quarantine.
Motorcycle gangs have been linked to multiple violent crimes including fatal shootings and explosions in Sweden over the past year. These groups have been present in Sweden for around 30 years, yet don't receive the same attention by police and media as newer street gangs, a former police superintendent and gang violence researcher tells The Local.
One year ago, Sweden introduced a law change that meant sex without explicit consent was considered as rape, including when the victim did not actively say 'no'. The Local spoke to experts to find out the impact this has had on court cases and within Swedish society.
From the headlines, you'd think the Social Democrats and Greens witnessed catastrophe and the populists surged. In fact, Sunday's vote brought no major party triumph or disaster. Here are six takeaways from the European elections in Sweden.
Sweden is headed for an economic slowdown, but is that cause for concern? The Local delved into two recent financial reports to bring you the five things you need to know about the state of the Swedish economy.
After a seven-day pilots' strike left 380,000 SAS passengers stranded, some experts say the impact on the airline could be significant. So what does that mean for the company, and for travellers?
Bad foreign reporting on Sweden's election risks giving readers around the world a false impression of the state of the country, argues The Local's co-founder James Savage.
OPINION: The Local's contributor Paul Connolly asks how and why a far-right party managed to become a serious political contender in Sweden's general election.
As our reporter Richard Orange starts contributing daily reports from Malmö, his home for eight years, he sums up what he loves about Sweden's third city, and what he hopes will change.
When you play the game of thrones in Sweden you don't win, you form a minority government. Political scientist Nicholas Aylott considers the various scenarios the country might face after the election.
Does Sweden's new electric road lead to the future? Rick Greenough, professor of energy systems at De Montfort University, is not so sure. Here's his opinion piece, first published by The Conversation.
What can Scandinavia learn from Canada when it comes to immigration and integration, asks <a href="theconversation.com/profiles/trygve-ugland-439907">Trygve Ugland</a> of <a href="theconversation.com/institutions/bishops-university-3310">Bishop's University</a> in this analysis first published by The Conversation.
Can the Sweden-Norway border serve as a model for the post-Brexit Irish border? <a href="theconversation.com/profiles/henrik-wenander-437226">Henrik Wenander</a> of <a href="theconversation.com/institutions/lund-university-756">Lund University</a> explains.
How did Ikea founder Ingvar Kamprad shape the world's notion of Sweden? <a href="theconversation.com/profiles/cecilia-cassinger-440556">Cecilia Cassinger</a> from <a href="theconversation.com/institutions/lund-university-756">Lund University</a> shares her thoughts.
What can Swedish companies teach the world about sustainability? asks <a href="theconversation.com/profiles/susanne-arvidsson-334912">Susanne Arvidsson</a>, associate professor in accounting and finance at <a href="theconversation.com/institutions/lund-university-756">Lund University</a>, in this opinion piece first published by The Conversation.
