Foreign Minister Billström Addresses Trade, NATO, Ukraine & More at 'Meet the Leaders' session.
On April 29th, we had the pleasure of welcoming Tobias Billström, Minister for Foreign Affairs, to our latest 'Meet the Leaders' session. The Minister generously dedicated an hour to address crucial topics including trade and investment, NATO, the ongoing war in Ukraine, the evolving challenges posed by China and Russia, and much more. The session concluded with a lively Q&A, giving our members the opportunity to pose their questions directly to the Minister.
Beyond discussing NATO membership, other key highlights from Minister Billström's address included:
Championing Sweden's values: The Minister stressed the importance of upholding Swedish values and priorities, particularly strengthening global alliances and continuing steadfast support for Ukraine.
Promoting responsible trade policies: Minister Billström underscored the need for trade policies that balance economic growth with sanctions compliance, while actively supporting Swedish companies seeking international partnerships.
Assessing the evolving China challenge: The importance of maintaining a clear-eyed view of the challenges posed by China and carefully calibrating Sweden's foreign policy in response.
Projecting Sweden's global image: Minister Billström highlighted the value of bolstering Sweden's attractiveness as a global investment destination.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Minister Billström for his valuable insights. We also thank Hallvarsson & Halvarsson and Håkan Jonsson for hosting us at their wonderful facilities.
