Program and events
Spirit of Innovation in business, culture and science
Sweden invites you to visit the Swedish pavilion at World Expo Shanghai 2010. The Swedish program also features activities on the stages of the Expo area as well as in Shanghai city center.
Spirit of Innovation is the theme for the national program and reflects our three keywords – sustainability, innovation and communication. The Swedish groundbreaking ceremony featured dancing diggers to add a new artistic twist to a traditional ceremony.
The National Committee coordinating Swedish’s participation at World Expo 2010 offers a diverse array of program activities in close cooperation with all Swedish partners. A wide range of meetings are being held to deepen and expand Swedish-Chinese relations. These include research exchanges, business facilitation meetings, and workshops on a variety of social issues. The program also highlights innovative culture.
We share an ambition to achieve lasting relations with China, increase awareness about Sweden and encourage continued interchange between the countries. Program activities aim to stimulate dialog, underline the historical ties between Sweden and China, strengthen Sweden’s image, and showcase the sustainable and innovative society that is modern-day Sweden. Below are some program highlights:
May 1, Inauguration
May 9, 60-year anniversary of Sweden’s diplomatic relations with China
May 23, Sweden Pavilion Day
May 24, Systems for Innovation Forum
June 6, National Day
June 19, Royal Wedding in Sweden
June 25, Midsummer’s Eve
July 1-2, Sustainable City Forum
August 11-12, Trust / CSR Forum
September 19,Election Day in Sweden
October 13-14, Social Welfare / Sustainable Care Forum
October 31, Grand Finale


