Sveriges Television, SVT, also known as “Swedish Television,” is Sweden’s national public broadcasting service, operating as a tax-funded, independent public service broadcaster without commercial advertising. Established in 1956, SVT runs multiple channels including SVT1, SVT2, and SVT24, along with digital platforms. The organization maintains editorial independence under Swedish constitutional protections for press freedom and operates according to public service principles. SVT employs correspondents worldwide, including in Beijing, covering international news and affairs. The broadcaster has been a frequent target of Chinese diplomatic criticism for its China coverage. In January 2020, Chinese Ambassador to Sweden Gui Congyou (桂從友) gave a confrontational interview to SVT in which he criticized Swedish media coverage of China.