Chinese Ambassador to Sweden Zhou Limin Visits the Replica of the Ship Götheborg

On May 29, 2026, Ambassador Zhou Limin visited the replica of the Ship Götheborg and held an exchange with Mr. Stefan Björk, Executive Chairman of Greencarrier Group.

Ambassador Zhou reflected on the history of exchanges between China and Sweden along the Maritime Silk Road. He noted that the voyages of the Ship Götheborg to China marked the beginning of bilateral economic, trade, and cultural exchanges, becoming a cherished symbol of friendship between the two countries and making significant contributions to the development and prosperity of Gothenburg. He expressed the hope that the replica of the Ship Götheborg would continue to serve as a bridge for economic, trade, and cultural exchanges between China and Sweden, deepen the friendship between the two peoples, and contribute to greater progress in practical cooperation across various fields.

Mr. Björk briefed Ambassador Zhou on the history, current operations, and future plans of the Ship Götheborg. Fondly recalling the replica ship's voyage to China, he noted that the Ship Götheborg embodies the friendship between China and Sweden and expressed his willingness to maintain close communication with the Chinese side and jointly write a new chapter in bilateral exchanges.