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Hyundai Mobis showcases next-generation auto tech at Sweden winter test center

Hyundai Mobis is staging a 10-day showcase of next-generation automotive technologies at its winter test center in Sweden from Feb. 28 through Sunday, inviting approximately 100 executives from 10 global client firms across Europe and North America.

2026-03-03

Korea brushes Sweden aside in women's curling, slides toward semifinals

Korea blew out Sweden to close in on a spot in the semifinals of the women's curling tournament at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on Wednesday.

2026-02-18

Sweden's Isabella Wranaa delighted after winning gold with brother in mixed doubles curling

Isabella Wranaa's first Olympic experience could not have been scripted any better, and the Swedish curler was still pinching herself after claiming mixed doubles gold alongside brother Rasmus at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on Tuesday.

2026-02-11

Korean and Sweden defense chiefs hold first meeting in 14 years and discuss defense, arms cooperation

Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back held talks with his Swedish counterpart in Stockholm on Thursday to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the defense sector and arms industry, the Defense Ministry said.

2025-11-28

Defense chief to visit Sweden, Norway this week to promote defense exchanges

Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back will visit Sweden and Norway this week to drum up arms cooperation with the countries and bolster arms exports to the region, officials said Tuesday.

2025-11-25

NPS to recover $7.8 million in taxes paid on Swedish investments

Korea’s National Pension Service (NPS) will now be exempt from paying withholding tax on dividends from listed stocks in Sweden, and will reclaim about 11.5 billion won ($7.8 million) that was previously paid.

2025-11-20

Korea, Sweden see potential for greater cooperation in defense, technology

The top diplomats of South Korea and Sweden highlighted Thursday the potential for further cooperation in the defense industry and technology sectors, voicing hope that the two countries will continue to strengthen ties in that regard.

2025-10-16

Swedish crown princess to pay tribute at Korean War memorial in Busan

Swedish Crown Princess Victoria will visit the Korean southern port city of Busan this week to pay tribute to medical groups dispatched from abroad to participate in the Korean War (1950-1953).

2025-10-16

Lee discusses cooperation in phone talks with Kazakh, Swedish leaders

President Lee Jae Myung held phone talks Wednesday with Kazakhstan's president and the Swedish prime minister to discuss ways to enhance bilateral cooperation, Lee's office said.

2025-07-24

From meatballs to meeting North Koreans, Sweden's ambassador took unique path to Seoul

Swedish Ambassador to South Korea Karl-Olof Andersson recounts his experience as his country's envoy to North Korea and discusses similarities and ties with Seoul, from defense budget hikes to nuclear power goals.

2025-07-14