Sweden upstaged by Maldives in virtual diplomacy

Sweden is the second country to open an embassy in Second Life according to this story from the Associated Press, Sweden upstaged by Maldives in virtual diplomacy. The Maldives beat them to it by a couple of weeks. What is interesting is that the embassay will feature an exhibit about Wallenberg.

It provides visitors with information about Swedish culture and history, as well as tips about places to visit and visa rules. It will also host exhibits, including a virtual version of the Budapest office of Swedish diplomat Raoul Wallenberg, who helped thousands of Jews escape Nazi-occupied Hungary during World War II.

Thanks to Jean-Claude Guedon, who told me about this yesterday.