In a significant development, Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson will receive Iceland’s President Halla Tómasdóttir for a bilateral meeting at Rosenbad on Tuesday, 6 May 2025. The high-level meeting comes at the invitation of His Majesty the King and marks an opportunity for both countries to strengthen their ties and cooperation.
Cooperation on Ukraine and Resilience
The meeting agenda includes two key areas: supporting Ukraine’s recovery and strengthening joint resilience in the face of global challenges. Sweden and Iceland have long been partners in addressing humanitarian crises, and this meeting will see a continued focus on providing assistance to those affected by conflict.
Promoting Trade and Investment
Another area of cooperation highlighted during the meeting is trade and investment between the two nations. The relationship between Sweden and Iceland has strong potential for growth, with both countries boasting a highly developed standard of living and a strong commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship.
Joint Press Conference
Following the bilateral meeting at Rosenbad, Mr Kristersson and President Tómasdóttir will hold a joint press conference, which will be broadcast live on the Government website. The press conference is expected to take place at 15:00 local time and will be held in English.
Practical Details
Journalists who have registered in advance are welcome to attend the Press Centre at Rosenbad. Entrance will be via Drottninggatan 1. There will also be a photo opportunity during Mr Kristersson’s welcoming remarks, which requires advance registration by 13:00 on Tuesday, 6 May.
For those interested in attending the press conference or photo opportunity, please register your interest via email to Nadine Sohier (press contacts). Please include your name, editorial office, capacity as a reporter or photographer, and whether you wish to attend either the photo opportunity or the press conference. Admittance will be limited and subject to available space.
Summary
Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson will receive Iceland’s President Halla Tómasdóttir for a bilateral meeting at Rosenbad, marking an important step in strengthening ties between the two countries. With cooperation on Ukraine, resilience, and trade and investment high on the agenda, this meeting is expected to be a significant development in Sweden-Iceland relations.
- Sweden’s Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson will receive Iceland’s President Halla Tómasdóttir for a bilateral meeting at Rosenbad.
- The meeting marks an opportunity for both countries to strengthen their ties and cooperation, with a focus on Ukraine, resilience, and trade and investment.
- A joint press conference will be held after the meeting, which will be broadcast live on the Government website.