Answer to Question #178573 in Economics for Melat Brhane

Question

How does the European union affect Sweden?

Answer 1

Sweden is a member country of the EU since January 1, 1995. Being a member of the EU means that Sweden has a direct influence on and is directly affected by EU decisions. The Government’s main role in the EU context is to represent Sweden in the European Council and in the Council of the European Union. Many Swedish laws thus originate from EU laws. Sweden cooperates with the other member states in many areas, for example, trade, the environment, consumer protection, and refugee policy. Sweden pays an annual contribution to the EU: it is a net donor of other less developed EU countries.