About a third of Malmo's population is Muslim and Sweden's shifting stance on immigration has left many in limbo
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Europe
June 05, 2026
For years, Rizwan worked non-stop to make a success of his business selling South Asian and Middle Eastern products in the Swedish city of Malmo.
Originally from Pakistan, he settled in the country he now calls home about a decade ago and his hope has long been that he will become a Swedish citizen and secure his ties here.
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