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Academia 2 years ago

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How Indonesia and Sweden differ on sexual violence

While Sweden and Indonesia are not very far apart in terms of incidences of sexual violence, the countries differ in our gendered societal and institutional attitudes toward the crime.

Europe 2 years ago

Sweden government condemns 'Islamophobic' Koran burning

"The Swedish Government fully understands that the Islamophobic acts committed by individuals at demonstrations in Sweden can be offensive to Muslims," the foreign ministry said in a statement.

Society 2 years ago

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Indonesia condemns second Quran burning in Sweden this year

The government has joined a chorus Muslim-majority nations in condemning the burning of a copy of the Quran in Sweden on Wednesday, the second instance this year, during the Muslim observance of Idul Adha (Day of Sacrifice).

Europe 2 years ago

Middle East nations denounce Quran burning in Sweden

Under a heavy police presence, Salwan Momika, a 37-year-old who fled to Sweden several years ago, on Wednesday stomped on the Qur'an before setting several pages alight in front of Stockholm's largest mosque.

Europe 3 years ago

Swedish foreign minister says ambition is to join NATO by July

Sweden still hopes to be a member of NATO by the time of the alliance's summit in Vilnius in July, Swedish Foreign Minister Tobias Billstrom said on Friday.

Entertainment 3 years ago

ABBA's Bjorn and Benny dismiss Eurovision reunion in Sweden next year

In an interview with Britain's BBC Newsnight on Wednesday evening, the pair ruled out taking to the stage with fellow members Agnetha Faltskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad for the occasion.

Academia 3 years ago

Why Sweden’s accession to the ASEAN TAC matters

Sweden has had long historic and productive relations with the region; thus, acceding to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) will only strengthen the former’s standing with ASEAN.

Companies 3 years ago

Ikea vows lower prices as it boosts investments

The group unveiled last month plans to spend more than two billion euros ($2.2 billion) to expand in the United States, creating 2,000 jobs in its biggest investment in almost four decades in the country.

Community 3 years ago

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Sweden's teens drive Porsches and BMWs, no licence needed

Called an "A-traktor" -- with Swedes often using "EPA" as the older designation -- these cars and trucks have become so popular in recent years that authorities are now concerned about a rise in road accidents.

Community 3 years ago

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Sweden rediscovers poverty as inflation soars

Hit by the highest inflation in more than 30 years and poised for recession, Sweden's visible signs of poverty are mounting amid rising inequality.

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