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Human trafficking is rising and more children are being exploited.

At today’s UNGA-meeting on Human Trafficking, 🇸🇪 Ambassador to Combat Trafficking in Persons, called for stronger global efforts to dismantle criminal business models, stop online exploitation and ensure this crime never pays.

Preventing #HumanTrafficking requires action before exploitation happens.

Today, Sweden joined Romania, OSCE and civil society to host a side event on how tech, multidisciplinary cooperation & community engagement can help detect risk early and protect those most vulnerable.

Preventing #HumanTrafficking requires action before exploitation happens.

Today, Sweden joined Romania, @osce_cthb & civil society to host a side event on how tech, multidisciplinary cooperation & community engagement can help detect risk early & protect those most vulnerable.

Full Nordic statement: www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...

#TheNordics 🇩🇰🇫🇮🇮🇸🇳🇴🇸🇪 at today’s #UNSC debate on Ukraine:
“Russia’s actions demonstrate a clear lack of genuine intent to pursue peace. We must remember that this is a Russian war of choice. If President Putin so wished, he could cease the aggression and end the war tomorrow.”

Russia’s illegal deportations of Ukrainian children violate international law, including the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and international humanitarian law.

Sweden is working to ensure that the children can return home and that those responsible are held accountable.

Today marks 79 years since Sweden joined the UN.

Since 1946, Sweden has been a dedicated partner for peace, development, and human rights — guided by the #UNCharter and the belief that global challenges require global cooperation.

Together, we can shape a UN fit for purpose.

“Cooperation across borders, disciplines and sectors will be essential to meet the challenges ahead.”

Last week, His Majesty the King of Sweden spoke at the high-level meeting Belém Climate Summit in Brazil, held in preparation for the UN Climate Conference #COP30, which starts today.

This year marks the 34th anniversary of the landmark resolution that established the foundations of UN-led humanitarian coordination as it is known today, and Sweden is proud to have facilitated the resolution ever since.

Last week, Sweden led an all-Member-state briefing by @unocha.org on the state-of-play of the humanitarian landscape and on two key reform processes – UN80 and the Humanitarian Reset. After the briefing, Sweden presented the zero-draft of the annual Humanitarian Omnibus resolution.

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the UN Resolution 1325 which addresses the critical role women play in peace & political processes, and the impact of conflict on women.

With armed conflicts at historic highs, the full implementation of the WPS Agenda is more urgent than ever

The latest UN Commission of Inquiry report concludes that Russia’s systematic drone attacks targeting civilians in Kherson may amount to crimes against humanity.

Supporting Ukraine and holding Russia accountable for its grave violations of international law remains a top priority for Sweden.

Therese Hydén, Director-General for Legal Affairs at @swedishmfa.bsky.social , moderated yesterday’s dialogue between 6C and the ILC, featuring the Chairs of the Study Group on Sea Level Rise. Discussions focused on the group’s final report, with remarks from several Member States. #ILW2025

Today we celebrate 80 years of the UN — 80 years of working together for peace and security, human rights, and a better future for all.

Sweden stands firm in its support of the #UNCharter and together we must continue to uphold its principles and strengthen global cooperation. #UNDay

Full statement: www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...

Let one truth be clear: Russia has chosen a war of aggression. Ukraine exercises its inherent right to self-defense under the UN Charter. There is no false balance between aggressor & victim. Russia must be held accountable.

Sweden on behalf of #NB8 🇩🇰🇪🇪🇫🇮🇮🇸🇱🇻🇱🇹🇳🇴🇸🇪 at UNGA on Ukraine.

🇸🇪 with 🇦🇺🇧🇪🇨🇦🇩🇰🇪🇺🇫🇮🇫🇷🇩🇪🇬🇷🇮🇸🇮🇪🇯🇵🇱🇺🇳🇱🇳🇿🇳🇴🇪🇸🇨🇭🇬🇧 welcomes UNICEF’s new Strategic Plan. We support its strong focus on a rights-based approach, gender equality, inclusion & humanitarian principles – and call for robust implementation despite today’s challenges.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...

UNDP/UNFPA/UNOPS Executive Board.

Sexual and reproductive health and rights are essential. Sweden fully supports @unfpa.org’s lifesaving work and new strategic plan for 2026–2029.

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Thank you to Turkmenistan 🇹🇲 for hosting #LLDC3. Sweden🇸🇪 stands ready to partner with Landlocked Developing Countries on implementing the Awaza Programme of Action. We remain a steadfast friend to the 32 LLDCs as they navigate the unique challenges of being landlocked.

Today Sweden🇸🇪 delivered our national statement at #HLPF2025. In a time of global uncertainty, Sweden remains a dedicated and reliable partner in sustainable development.
We can—and must—accelerate the implementation of the #SDGs.

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Today, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a special address on ‘A Moment of Opportunity: Supercharging the Clean Energy Age’.
Sweden was there and welcomes focus on urgency and solutions.
🇸🇪Read about the Swedish offer to support ambitious climate plans:
www.government.se/articles/202...

"What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others" — Nelson Mandela
On #MandelaDay, Sweden🇸🇪 stands with the UN in honoring Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Let’s continue striving for peace, dignity, and human rights for all.

At the UN DESA/ENERGIA #HLPF2025 event on the gender dimensions of SDG 7, Sweden welcomed the Policy Brief’s call to integrate gender indicators into energy systems—crucial for a just, inclusive transition.
Through Sida, 🇸🇪 supports gender-smart energy solutions that deliver real impact.

At the opening of UN's High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development #HLPF2025. This year marks 10 years since the adoption of the 17 sustainable development goals #Agenda2030.
Gender equality and economic growth are two of the topics that will be reviewed.

🇸🇪 State Secretary Diana Janse is in Sevilla, Spain, at the Fourth Financing for Development Conference #FfD4, a once in a decade moment and a milestone for sustainable development.

Sweden will continue to promote innovative financing solutions and mobilize both domestic and private capital.

Today 🇸🇪 Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard met with the ED of UN Women Sima Bahous and addressed the @UN_Women Executive Board - chaired by Sweden this year. Reaffirming Sweden’s steadfast commitment to gender equality, and emphasized the importance of women’s economic empowerment.

Proud to welcome 🇸🇪 Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard to the UN🇺🇳
Here to meet UN Secretary-General António Guterre, address the @unwomen.bsky.social Executive Board - chaired by Sweden - and meetings on the Middle East, UN reforms and Gender Equality.
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At the UNICEF Executive Board, 🇦🇺🇨🇦🇩🇰🇪🇺🇫🇮🇫🇷🇩🇪🇬🇷🇮🇸🇮🇪🇯🇵🇱🇺🇳🇱🇳🇿🇳🇴🇪🇸🇨🇭🇬🇧🇸🇪 expressed strong joint support for @unicef.org’s humanitarian work.
We commend efforts to reach the most vulnerable and call for bold reform, local leadership, and principled action to protect children in crisis.
www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies...

Today marks the start of the UN Conference on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities - #COSP18.

Sweden stand firmly for a world where persons with disabilities enjoy full inclusion, participation, and equal rights.