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Sweden sets sharper China and ASEAN focus in 2026 foreign policy statement

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Sweden’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard presented on 18 February the Statement of Foreign Policy for 2026. Maria Malmer Stenergard said Asia-Pacific security and Europe’s security are becoming …

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Norway and Indonesia advance climate and development cooperation during ministerial meetings

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Norway’s Minister of International Development Åsmund Grøver Aukrust visited Indonesia on February 11-13 following his Vietnam trip on February 9-10, holding high-level meetings in Jakarta on climate, development financing and …

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Sweden tightens citizenship requirements

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Sweden will introduce stricter requirements for people applying for Swedish citizenship, including a longer residency period, income thresholds, and language and culture tests, according to Reuters. The changes will be …

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Swedish Institute opens master’s scholarship for applicants from international students

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The Swedish Institute has opened applications for its SI Scholarship for Global Professionals for master’s studies in Sweden. The application window runs until 25 February 2026. The scholarship covers one- …

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Norway starts “Turning Point” review of aid policy, signals stronger Asia dialogue

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Norway has launched a year-long review of its international development policy, called “Project Turning Point”. Norwegian Minister of Foreign development, Asmund Aukrust, said Norway will keep its aid target at …

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Finland looks to Australia as debate grows over banning children from social media

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Finland is considering restrictions on children’s access to social media platforms, drawing inspiration from Australia’s recently introduced ban, as concerns grow over the impact of digital platforms on young people. …

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