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Despite the fact that prostitution is not legalized in Sweden, the country has made strides in terms of equality for women. In 1999, Sweden became the first country to outlaw the purchase of sexual services.

The law was passed as part of an omnibus package of bills targeting violence against women. Supporters of the law say it is a symbol of equality for men and women. They also say it changes attitudes towards buying sex. Those opposed to the law say that it drives the industry underground.

Supporters of the law say that it will make the industry more safe for sex workers. They point to cases of exploitation and history of abuse. They say that criminalising sex workers only criminalises their clients. They also say that the law is intended to target pimps. They say that the low maximum penalty is one of the biggest reasons for convictions.

The law also includes a zero-tolerance policy for sex buyers. However, there are some political parties that oppose this policy. The Swedish Association for Sexuality Education, for instance, has suggested that the law should be stricter.

Swedish police and prosecutors support the law. The police say that the law helps them fight organized crime and sex crimes.

Prostitution laws in Sweden are meant to protect women and ensure that the industry is run in a safe environment. However, some human rights workers believe that the law makes life worse for prostitutes.