Jönköping – location, location, location
This city of 125 000 people is situated on the southern shore of Lake Vättern, in a strategic location between Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm. The informal ministerial meeting of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO) was held here on 6-9 July.
The Swedish design industry is centred in southern Sweden, and especially in the districts of Småland and Västergötland, both known for their long-standing tradition of craft skills and entrepreneurial spirit. These districts are popular destinations for visitors interested in design, who come to see and buy a piece of typically Swedish creativity and aesthetics. (visitsweden.com)