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Almedalen: How does Sweden attract the world's best startups – and let them stay?

Organised by: SISP (Swedish Incubators & Science Parks, Business Sweden & Vinnova
Klosterbrunnsgatan 5, Framtidens trädgård & hybrid Thu 25 Jun 2026 at 15:00-15:45
Register by 25 juni

Sweden competes globally for innovative companies, entrepreneurs and international expertise. At the same time, both foreign founders and Swedish startups face obstacles related to establishment, residence permits and recruitment. What is needed for more people to choose to build and develop the companies of the future?

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When both international founders and Swedish startups encounter obstacles related to establishment, residence permits, business and recruitment, it risks leading to lost investments, innovations and jobs.

On behalf of Business Sweden, within the government mission Work in Sweden, SISP has mapped these challenges. The work has resulted in a policy report and a national playbook that will help innovation actors provide better support to international startups that want to establish themselves in Sweden, and international researchers who want to commercialize their research here.

During the seminar, the playbook will be presented for the first time, followed by a discussion about what changes are needed to make Sweden more attractive to international startups and talent.

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About the seminar on Almedalen's website

Vinnova's entrie program in Almedalen

Participants

  • Ellinor Bokedal, Director Strategic Communications & Policy, SISP
  • Anna Hammarberg, Manager Investment Promotion, Business Sweden

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Questions?

Sofia Rickberg

Communication strategist

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Last updated 16 June 2026