Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Western and Southern Sweden appointed

“After years of fruitful cooperation with Ukraine, Carl Vikingsson, President and CEO at Sigma Technology Group, becomes the first Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Western and Southern Sweden, to continue developing cooperation between the countries,” the press service of the Embassy of Ukraine in the Kingdom of Sweden informs.

The Honorary Consul of Ukraine in Gothenburg, Sweden, will fulfill the consular functions in consular districts Västra Götaland, Skåne, Halland, Jönköping, Kronoberg, and Blekinge Counties.

“The establishment of the Honorary Consulate of Ukraine in Gothenburg headed by Carl Vikingsson opens new possibilities to help our two countries grow together and shows further dedication of Sigma Group to support business ties with Ukraine. Sigma Technology’s office in Gothenburg will become a space for collaboration on consular affairs and for discussion of ways to make Sweden and Ukraine even closer,” the statement reads.

Olena Polunina, Chargé d'Affaires a.i., Embassy of Ukraine in Sweden, congratulated Vikingsson on the appointment, saying that “his valuable knowledge and practical experience in cooperation with Ukraine as well as heartfelt love to the country is a ground base for further successful work.”

In turn, Vikingsson said he would continue to contribute to the development of cooperation between the two countries.

“During our cooperation with the Ukrainian team, we have succeeded in building an ecosystem that promotes close relationships between Sigma Group companies, tech universities, and clients. Ukrainians are eager to develop and innovate, they are result-oriented and dedicated partners, which is important for the success of the business. I’m determined to continue our endeavors in fostering the startup and entrepreneurship in Ukraine and creating the basis for a prolific partnership on both sides,” Carl Vikingsson said.

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