Sweden
Sweden has one of the most extensive welfare systems in the world. Unlike its neighbour Norway it joined the EU in 1995.
Economic Strengths
Engineering sector. Highly developed and constantly updated infrastructure. Sophisticated technology. Skilled labour force & high standards of living. Public finance surplus.
Economic Weaknesses
High taxes account for almost 35% of GDP. Export oriented economy vulnerable to global economic slowdown.
| Population | Capital city |
| 9,179,389 | Stockholm |
| Currency | World GNP Ranking |
| Swedish krona | 31 |
| GNP per Capita ($) | Inflation |
| 36900 | 2.6% |
| Unemployment | Tourism visitors per year (thousands) |
| 4.5% | 16637.8 |
Source: Knight Frank Residential Research as at Dec 2007