At the residence of the Swedish Ambassador, H.E. Annika Ben David, on June 6, 2024, a reception was held to celebrate Sweden’s National Day. It was also a farewell reception for Ambassador Ben David, who will soon be leaving her position in Serbia
Sweden’s National Day celebrates the 501st anniversary of the country, commemorating June 6, 1523, when Gustav Vasa was elected King of Sweden, marking the country’s liberation from the Kalmar Union and becoming an independent kingdom once again.
The lively and joyful reception was attended by a large number of guests, and the event’s theme also honored the world-famous Swedish band ABBA on the 50th anniversary of their victory at the Eurovision Song Contest with the song “Waterloo.”
