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While he identifies as Swedish, Ahmed grapples with the complications of belonging. He acknowledges his assimilation and familiarity with Swedish culture but refuses to accept a monolithic definition of what it means to be Swedish. Ahmed distinguishes between citizenship, ethnic identity, and cultural assimilation, arguing that simply being granted citizenship does not equate to an understanding or acceptance of Swedish values.
His observations reveal a tension between the local population's historical identity and the emerging demographic shifts resulting from immigration and globalization. This conflict has created an "enemy within" as some newly integrated individuals express disdain for their hosts, further straining social cohesion.