Ministers, my fellow ambassadors, distinguished guests and friends–good afternoon!  On behalf of President Trump and the American people, I would like to welcome you to this celebration of the 241st anniversary of the United States’ independence! I want to thank all for joining us today, and I want to extend a special thanks to our …

(As prepared) Chargé d’Affaires David E. Lindwall: Thank you to the West Sweden Chamber of Commerce for the invitation to speak to you here today.  I arrived in Stockholm less than six months ago and this is my first chance to visit Western Sweden. I am especially glad to have the chance to visit Gothenburg, …