Beijing’s Wolf Warrior Diplomacy Generates Negative Opinions in Sweden Toward Chinese Regime

Sweden bids farewell to an “undiplomatic” Chinese diplomat, only expecting more to come

China's ambassador to Sweden Gui Congyou speaks to the media in Stockholm, Sweden, on Nov. 15, 2019. Jonas Ekstromer/TT News Agency/AFP via Getty Images

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While Sweden once was one of the most favorable nations toward China, relations have soured over the years, with the Chinese ambassador resigning from his post in September. A combination of Sweden’s support for human rights and a tough stance on China’s wolf warrior diplomacy has led to loss of favor with the Chinese regime.