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Introduction of Nordic Model

Northern Europe, as its name implies, refers to some countries located in Northern Europe, generally including Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland. Northern Europe is different from Western Europe, Eastern Europe and Southern Europe, and has its own unique geographical environment and social, historical and cultural characteristics. Geographically and environmentally, most Nordic countries are located near the Arctic Circle, and their natural conditions are relatively harsh. Sweden is the Nordic country with the largest land area in China, with a population of 9.02 million and an area of 449,000 square kilometers. Finland has a land area of nearly 340,000 square kilometers and a population of only 5.3 million. Nearly a quarter of the land area is located in the Arctic Circle, and two thirds of the land is covered by forests. Other countries, such as Norway and Denmark, have a population of only a few million, while Iceland has a population of just over 300,000. Therefore, the Nordic countries can be regarded as real "small countries and few people". Geographically, the Nordic countries are Russia on one side and continental Europe on the other. If a country wants to survive and develop, it must exert its political wisdom and creativity. "Since we are put in the gap between East and West by God, we must learn the art of living in the gap." That's what the Nordic countries say and do. The special geographical location and environment make the Nordic people form a national character and culture with Nordic characteristics. This is particularly evident in Finns: introverted, self-disciplined, low-key, full of political wisdom, full of national pride and self-esteem.