Sweden's reputation for openness and tolerance is changing as the government adopts an increasingly hostile and restrictive stance on immigration.

KEY POINTS

  • Sweden is often viewed as a liberal utopia in Europe, known for its stable economy, high quality of life, and open and progressive society.
  • But its center-right coalition government — which is propped up by the nationalist and right-wing Sweden Democrats party — has adopted an increasingly restrictive stance on immigration.
  • The country is trumpeting its lower numbers of immigrants, but economists say the economic benefits are debatable, with growth and productivity among the factors to consider.
  • @[email protected]English
    2•2 months ago

    Also the people are gorgeous and friendly, though the extreme politeness takes a lot of getting used to.

    Do you mind elaborating a bit on this? I’m interested to hear.

    • @InverseParallaxEnglish
      5•2 months ago

      I’m American so for here I’m super loud, obnoxious, awkward and even rude, but that’s because we’re conditioned to be outgoing and friendly, while Swedes are far more reserved and communicate in subtlety.

      Also there’s a “right way” to do everything, and you just need to know it, I’m still learning.

      I’m really feeling my autism here.