Šveđani u Finskoj
Swedes in Finland

Summary/Abstract: Tensions and conflicts between the Finns and the Finnish Swedes of earlier times have yielded place to cooperation thanks 1) to the policy of Finnish governments who were ready to recognize and honour the fundamental rights of minority groups and their special characteristics; 2) to constitutional stipulations and a unique linguistic legislation. The Finnish government has satisfied many' demands and wishes of the Finnish Swedes, yet their initiatives towards the creation of Swedish autonomy with a national assembly of their own have been unacceptable to the Finns. The Swedes in Finland are entitled not only to their own ethnic cultural life but also to their own political representation in parliament as well as to their own trade unions. The prudent policy of Finnish governments aimed at maintaining their national identity has created a situation in which they feel to be a loyal and integral pan of Finland.

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