The Constitution of 1974
In 1974, a new parliamentary constitution removed most formal powers of the monarch, including the appointment of a new government, which instead became a function for the parliament's speaker. The Swedish monarch is still Head of state, however, and as such retains the role as Sweden's main representative in relations with other countries. This includes diplomatic accreditation.
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