On 17 April, King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden arrived in Lviv with a delegation. He was personally met by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This is the first visit of the monarch in 14 years and the second since Ukraine's independence.
Visit of King Charles XVI Gustaf to Lviv
King of Sweden Charles XVI Gustav arrived in Lviv with an official delegation. This is his first visit to Ukraine in the last 14 years, and the second visit of the monarch since Ukraine gained independence. The visit has a symbolic meaning for bilateral relations between Ukraine and Sweden.
Meeting with President Zelensky
President personally met foreign guests in Lviv Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Head of State accompanied the King during the first events of the visit. It is known that Carl XVI Gustaf, together with Zelenskyy, began his visit by honouring the memory of Ukrainian soldiers who died during the war.
Historical context of the visit
The last time the King of Sweden visited Ukraine was 14 years ago. Today's visit is only the second in the history of independent Ukraine. The event underlines Sweden's support for Ukraine and the strengthening of diplomatic contacts between the two countries.
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