Sweden
General Overview
| Population: | 9,016,596 (July 2006 est.) |
| GDP (purchasing power parity): | US$268 billion (2005 est.) |
| GDP per capita: | US$29,800 (2005 est.) |
| GDP (real growth rate): | 2.7% (2005 est.) |
| Industries: | iron and steel, precision equipment (bearings, radio and telephone parts, armaments), wood pulp and paper products, processed foods, motor vehicles |
| Imports: | US$104.4 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.) |
| Import commodities: | machinery, petroleum and petroleum products, chemicals, motor vehicles, iron and steel; foodstuffs, clothing |
| Exports: | US$126.6 billion f.o.b. (2005 est.) |
| Export commodities: | machinery, motor vehicles, paper products, pulp and wood, iron and steel products, chemicals |
| Alberta's export to Sweden: | CAN$11 million (2005) |
| Alberta's main exports to Sweden: | video games, telecommunication parts and equipment, woodpulp, carbon, transportation equipment and parts, chemicals and measuring instruments |
| Canada's main exports to Sweden: | copper, heavy petroleum oil, electrical parts and appliances, video games, paper products, lumber, motor vehicles and computers |
For detailed information about Sweden, the following website provides economic, political and historical information:
Export Statistics
For detailed statistical information on Alberta and Canadian exports to Sweden, consult the following statistical publications and databases:
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Trade Data Online
Customized reports on Canada's trade with over 200 countries.
Alberta-Sweden Relations
- World Relations
Alberta International and Intergovernmental Relations summary of Alberta's relationship with Sweden.
Sector Opportunities
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Information and Communications Technologies (ICT)
Sweden offers opportunities for Alberta wireless and software companies interested in the wireless and enterprise markets in areas such as wireless broadband, wireless applications, or software for business processes or industrial controls/automation.
For additional information on business opportunities and resources for market intelligence, visit:
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Export Source - Market and Business Opportunities
Online tool for new and experienced exporters. -
Virtual Trade Commissioner
Gateway to market information.
Exporting Your Products - Services for Exporters
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Export Alert!
A resource for exporters to learn about changes in foreign export regulations. -
Exporter Needs Continuum
Lists services that can benefit your company and who offers them. -
Export Resources
Resources for both new and experienced exporters. -
International Trade Canada
Sector reports as well as a list of staff contacts that can assist exporters.
Other Resources
Government of Sweden
Other Governments
- Embassy of Sweden in Canada
- U.S. Department of Agriculture - Export Requirements for Sweden, Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)
Other Organizations
Alberta International, Intergovernmental & Aboriginal Relations Contacts
For customized export facilitation, contact our sector officer for Sweden:
- Heli Carswell, Team Leader, North America & Europe, Advanced Industries: ICT and Health & Bio Industries
- Betty Jandewerth, Trade Development Officer, Advanced Industries: Aerospace, Building Products
- Murray Sigler, Consul Commercial-Alberta, Alberta-UK Office
Other Contacts:
Date Updated: Oct 01, 2008
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