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Sweden
  • Imports from Sweden A$2,422 million
  • Exports to Sweden A$345 million
  • Capital Stockholm
  • Official Language Swedish
  • Surface Area 450,000 sq km
  • Population 9.5 million

Market profile

Doing Business

Generally speaking Swedes have a lot in common with Australians. They are easy to get along with, first name terms are widely accepted, and they enjoy nature and sports. There are of course differences and the following will assist in developing good relationships.

More information on doing business in Sweden

Country Profile

Content supplied by Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

  • ECONOMIC CLIMATE
    The Swedish economy is heavily dependent on a highly developed and internationally successful industrial sector, which was established in the early part of the 20th century.
    » read more at DFAT
  • TRADE RELATIONS
    Australia is a growing market for Swedish foreign direct investment. The main FDI business sectors are pharmaceuticals and chemicals, machinery and equipment, banking and finance, and energy.
    » read more at DFAT
  • POLITICAL CLIMATE
    Sweden is a constitutional monarchy and has a parliamentary system of Government
    » read more at DFAT

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OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises

Multinational Enterprises should be aware of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises that provide voluntary principles and standards for responsible business behaviour in a variety of areas, consistent with applicable domestic laws. These Guidelines are endorsed and promoted by the Australian Government. For more information, go to the AusNCP website.

  • International Readiness Indicator

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    Austrade's International Readiness Indicator is an online tool to help Australian businesses determine whether they are ready for exporting.

    International Readiness Indicator

  • How Austrade can help

    Austrade provides information and advice to assist Australian companies reduce the time, cost and risk of exporting.

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