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Connor · May 17, 2020

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

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Connor · May 17, 2020

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Departmental Directive
Department of Defence
No. 1996:DD-DD-001
Issued at Jakobsgatan, June 1996

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, and pursuant to Cabinet approval of the forthcoming Defence White Paper 1996.
I, Peter Hultqvist, Secretary of Defence, with the concurrence of the Prime Minister and the National Security Council, hereby direct that:

The attached Defence White Paper 1996, setting forth the strategic posture, operational priorities and structural reforms of the Swedish Armed Forces in light of current and emergent security challenges, is hereby adopted as official state policy.

Accordingly:

I direct the Under Secretary of Defence for the Army, Under Secretary of Defence for the Navy, Under Secretary of Defence for the Air Force, Assistant Secretary of Defence for the Antarctic and Assistant Secretary of Defence for Strategic Defence shall ensure that the provisions of the White Paper are fully integrated into departmental directives and military planning.
Immediate implementation of measures within their respective directorates, ensuring continuity with current operational demands and overseas obligations.
Coordination, oversight and reporting of compliance and submission of quarterly progress reviews to the Secretary of Defence.
All existing directives, procedurement schedules, and strategic initiatives shall be reviewed and, where necessary, amended to ensure alignment with the Defence White Paper 2025.

The directive shall take force immediately upon issuance and remain binding until superseded by subsequent legislation or departmental directive.

Issued under my hand at Jakobsgatan, this month of June, in the year nineteen ninety six.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

DEFENCE WHITE PAPER
SECRETARY PETER HULTQVIST
DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE
Commissioned June 1996

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Department of Defence
- Appointment of an Under Secretary of Defence for the Antarctic.
- Appointment of an Assistant Secretary of Defence for Strategic Defence.

Swedish Armed Forces Headquarters
- Formation of a new branch of the Armed Forces named the Antarctic Defence Force.
- Formation of a new branch of the Armed Forces named the Swedish Strategic Defence Network.
- Transfer of appropriate surplus personnel from all branches to the Antarctic Defence Force and Swedish Strategic Defence Network.
- Transfer of appropriate equipment from all branches to the Antarctic Defence Force and Swedish Strategic Defence Network.
- Transfer of Special Forces personnel from the Swedish Special Operations Group to dedicated organisation within their respective branches.
- Dissolution of the Swedish Special Operations Group.
- Dissolution of the Swedish Home Guard.
- Renaming of the Swedish Air Force to the Swedish Royal Air Force.
- Commissioning of the construction of the Ross Military Base and Enderby Military Base in Antarctica.

Swedish Royal Navy
- Continued development of the Kungsbacka Navy Base by Old Norse Construction Company due to complete in June/July 1996.

Kitty Hawk-Class Aircraft Carrier;

- Vessel is aircraft capable for ninety aircraft.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 5624 personnel in an average company.

- 1 vessel in active service.

Rotterdam-Class Landing Platform Dock;

- Vessel is aircraft capable for six medium-sized multi-role helicopters or three large multi-role helicopters.

- Vessel does have facility for four landing craft.

- 128 personnel in an average company.

- 2 vessel in active service.

Oslo-Class Frigate;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 120 personnel in an average company.

- 14 vessels in active service.

- Listed for future decommissioning and replacement by a more capable multi-role frigate.

- Valued at approximately $1,702,400,000.00 (total cost price of original purchase).

- Transfer to the Antarctic Defence Force.

Naresuan-Class Frigate;

- Vessel is aircraft capable for one medium-sized multi-role helicopter.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 150 personnel in an average company.

- 7 vessels in active service.

- Listed for future decommissioning and replacement by a cruiser better suited to carrier operations.

- Valued at approximately $2,100,000,000.00 (estimate).

Brandenburg-Class Frigate;

- Vessel is aircraft capable for two medium-sized multi-role helicopters.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 216 personnel in an average company.

- 8 vessels in active service.

Göteborg-Class Corvette;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 41 personnel in an average company.

- 8 vessels in active service.

- Consideration for further production for coastal patrol in and around Antarctica.

Carlskrona-Class Ocean Patrol Vessel;

- Vessel is aircraft capable for one medium-sized multi-role helicopter.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 170 personnel in an average company.

- 1 vessel in active service.

- Consideration for further production for ocean patrol in and around Antarctica.

- Reclassification to Carlskrona-Class Patrol Vessel.

Tapper-Class Patrol Boat;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 8 personnel in an average company.

- 13 vessels in active service.

Orion-Class Ocean Surveillance Ship;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 26 personnel in an average company.

- 1 vessel in active service.

- Reclassification to Orion-Class Surveillance Ship.

Koster-Class Mine Countermeasures Vessel;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 28 personnel in an average company.

- 6 vessel in active service.

- Consideration for further production for minesweeping in and around Antarctica.

- Consideration for further production to meet a total number of 12.

Trossö-Class Command Ship;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 61 personnel in an average company.

- 1 vessels in active service.

- Listed for future decommissioning due to redundancy within the Swedish Royal Navy future ambitions.

- Valued at approximately $43,000,000.00 (estimate).

Etna-Class Replenishment Oiler and Logistic Support Ship;

- Vessel is aircraft capable for two medium-sized multi-role helicopter.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 245 personnel in an average company.

- 2 vessels in active service.

- Consideration for further production for logistics in and around Antarctica.

Belos-Class Submarine Rescue Ship;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does have facility for one Submarine Rescue Vessel (URF MkII).

- 40 personnel in an average company.

- 1 vessel in active service.

- Consideration for further production to meet a total number of 2.

Södermanland-Class Submarine;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 24 personnel in an average company.

- 5 vessel in active service.

Ula-Class Submarine;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility for support craft.

- 21 personnel in an average company.

- 4 vessel in active service.

- Transfer to the Antarctic Defence Force.

Type 092 Submarine;

- Vessel is not aircraft capable.

- Vessel does not have facility to use the JL-1A SLBM.

- 100 personnel in an average company.

- 1 vessel in active service.

CB90-Class Fast Assault Craft;

- 24 personnel in an average company.

- 123 vessel in active service.

- Consideration for further production to meet a total number of 147.

Griffon 2000TD Hovercraft;

- 23 personnel in an average company.

- 3 vessel in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

SAM 3 Minesweeping USV;

- Vessel is unmanned.

- 6 vessel in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

600-Class Fast Supply Vessel;

- 18 personnel in an average company.

- 16 vessel in active service.

G-Class Landing Craft;

- 18 personnel in an average company.

- 100 vessel in active service.

McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet;

- 1 personnel in an average crew.

- 30 aircraft in active service.

Northrop Grumman EA-6B Prowler;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 10 aircraft in active service.

Grumman C-2 Greyhound;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 5 aircraft in active service.

Lockheed LC-130;

- 3 personnel in an average crew.

- 6 aircraft in active service.

- Transfer to the Antarctic Defence Force.

Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 44 aircraft in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Sikorsky MH-53M Pave Low IV;

- 6 personnel in an average crew.

- 14 aircraft in active service.

Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 14 aircraft in active service.

- Consideration for further production to meet a total number of 22.

Swedish Army

Stridsvagn 122;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 126 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Combat Vehicle 90;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 509 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Pansarbandvagn 302;

- 11 personnel in an average crew.

- 281 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Patria Pasi;

- 18 personnel in an average crew.

- 316 vehicles in active service.

URO VAMTAC Ambulance;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 16 vehicles in active service.

RG-32M Galten;

- 7 personnel in an average crew.

- 380 vehicles in active service.

Bandvagn 206S;

- 17 personnel in an average crew.

- 153 vehicles in active service.

Ingenjörbandvagn 120;

- 3 personnel in an average crew.

- 6 vehicles in active service.

Bandschaktare 18T;

- 1 personnel in an average crew.

- 8 vehicles in active service.

Brobandvagn 120;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 6 vehicles in active service.

Bergepanzer Büffel;

- 3 personnel in an average crew.

- 26 vehicles in active service.

Haubits FH77;

- 14 personnel in an average crew.

- 256 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Luftvärnskanonvagn 90;

- 7 personnel in an average crew.

- 30 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

ARTHUR Artillery Hunting Radar;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 60 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Maskinell Fordonsmatta;

- 3 personnel in an average crew.

- 3 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Däcksbro 200;

- 6 personnel in an average crew.

- 5 vehicles in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Scania 4 6x6;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 2,000 vehicles due to be in active service.

Oshkosh HET M1070;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 65 vehicles in active service.

Swedish Air Force

Saab JAS 39C Gripen;

- 1 personnel in an average crew.

- 132 aircraft in active service.

Saab JAS 39B Gripen;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 47 aircraft in active service.

Saab 105;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 23 aircraft in active service.

Lockheed C-130 Hercules;

- 5 personnel in an average crew.

- 5 aircraft in active service.

Boeing C-17 Globemaster III;

- 3 personnel in an average crew.

- 2 aircraft in active service.

Lockheed C-5B Galaxy;

- 7 personnel in an average crew.

- 8 aircraft in active service.

Lockheed Martin KC-130H;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 1 aircraft in active service.

Saab 340 AEW&C;

- 6 personnel in an average crew.

- 2 aircraft in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Gulfstream IV SIGNIT;

- 16 personnel in an average crew.

- 2 aircraft in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Airbus A330-300;

- 5 personnel in an average crew.

- 2 aircraft in active service.

Lockheed U-2 "Dragon Lady";

- 1 personnel in an average crew.

- 2 aircraft in active service.

Xia H-6C;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 2 aircraft in active service.

Eurocopter AS332 Super Puma;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 18 aircraft in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

AugustaWestland AW109;

- 2 personnel in an average crew.

- 20 aircraft in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk;

- 4 personnel in an average crew.

- 15 aircraft in active service.

- Consideration for further production for support in and around Antarctica.

Swedish Home Guard

Bandvagn 206S;

- 17 personnel in an average crew.

- 400 vehicles in active service.

- Transfer to the Antarctic Defence Force.

Bushmaster Protected Mobility Vehicle;

- 10 personnel in an average crew.

- 510 vehicles in active service.

- Transfer to the Antarctic Defence Force.

Swedish Special Operations Group

Snatch Land Rover;

- 8 personnel in an average crew.

- 172 vehicles in active service.

- Transfer to the Swedish Army.

Land Rover Wolf WMIK;

- 3 personnel in an average crew.

- 150 vehicles in active service.

- Transfer to the Swedish Army.

Elbit Hermes 450;

- 2 personnel in an average performance crew.

- 172 aircraft in active service.

- Transfer to the Swedish Air Force.

MIM-104B "PAC-2" Patriot;

- 5 personnel in an average crew.

- 33 vehicles in active service.

NASAMS;

- 5 personnel in an average crew.

- 10 vehicles in active service.

AN/FPS-77/117;

- 3 personnel in an average performance crew.

- 63 radars in active service.

Spaningsradar 870;

- 3 personnel in an average performance crew.

- 63 radars in active service.

AN/FPS-123 PAVE PAWS;

- 35 personnel in an average performance crew.

- 2 radars in active service.

N/DSS-101 (SOSUS);

- 35 personnel in an average performance crew.

- 7 systems in active service.

N/DSS-102 (SOSUS);

- 35 personnel in an average performance crew.

- 2 systems in active service.

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Connor · Jun 27, 2020

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Executive Directive
No. 1997:ED-001
Issued at Rosenbad, February 1997

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, and following closed-session approval by the National Security Council in relation to the agreement between the Kingdom of Sweden, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Sparrow Industries namely the U-2 Disclosure Agreement.
I, Stefan Löfven, Prime Minister of Sweden, upon the recommendation of the Secretary of Defence, hereby direct that:

The aforementioned U-2 Disclosure Agreement between the Kingdom of Sweden, the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, the United States of America and Sparrow Industries, signed in Stockholm in February 1997, is hereby promulgated and shall enter into force immediately in accordance with its provisions. Relevant provisions, at my direction, are to be implemented by the Secretary of Defence.

Issued under my hand at Rosenbad, this month of February, in the year nineteen ninety seven.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Jun 27, 2020

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Executive Directive
No. 1997:ED-002
Issued at Rosenbad, July 1997

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, and following closed-session approval by the National Security Council in relation to the agreement between the Kingdom of Sweden and Sparrow Industries namely the Dupuy-de-Lôme Disclosure Agreement.
I, Stefan Löfven, Prime Minister of Sweden, upon the recommendation of the Secretary of Defence, hereby direct that:

The aforementioned Dupuy-de-Lôme Disclosure Agreement between the Kingdom of Sweden and Sparrow Industries, signed in Stockholm in July 1997, is hereby promulgated and shall enter into force immediately in accordance with its provisions. Relevant provisions, at my direction, are to be implemented by the Secretary of Defence.

Issued under my hand at Rosenbad, this month of July, in the year nineteen ninety seven.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Jun 27, 2025

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Executive Directive
No. 1997:ED-003
Issued at Rosenbad, August 1997

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, and following closed-session approval by the National Security Council in relation to the agreement between the Kingdom of Sweden and the Federal Republic of Germany namely the Domestic Production Rights Agreement.
I, Stefan Löfven, Prime Minister of Sweden, upon the recommendation of the Secretary of Defence, hereby direct that:

The aforementioned Domestic Production Rights Agreement between the Kingdom of Sweden and the Federal Republic of Germany, signed in Stockholm in August 1997, is hereby promulgated and shall enter into force immediately in accordance with its provisions. Relevant provisions, at my direction, are to be implemented by the Secretary of Defence.

Issued under my hand at Rosenbad, this month of August, in the year nineteen ninety seven.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Jun 27, 2025

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Executive Directive
No. 2006:ED-001
Issued at Rosenbad, November 2006

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, and following closed-session approval by the National Security Council in relation to the formation of Directive 47.
I, Stefan Löfven, Prime Minister of Sweden, upon the recommendation of the Secretary of Defence, hereby direct that:

The covert structure, codenamed Directorate 47 (D47), is hereby established as a black operations division operating outside the formal organogram of the state, reporting exclusively to the Prime Minister and designated cabinet officials, signed in Stockholm in February 1997. Its establishment shall not be disclosed to the Riksdag, public agencies, or foreign entities without explicit authorisation of the Executive Office of the Prime Minister. Relevant provisions, at my direction, are to be implemented by the Secretary of Defence.

Issued under my hand at Rosenbad, this month of November, in the year two thousand and six.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Jun 27, 2025

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Executive Directive
No. 2007:ED-001
Issued at Rosenbad, February 2007

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, and following closed-session approval by the National Security Council in relation to safeguarding strategic industrial assets from hostile acquisition or proliferation.
I, Stefan Löfven, Prime Minister of Sweden, upon the recommendation of the Secretary of Defence, hereby direct that:

Svenska Innehav AB shall assume full operational and strategic control of all product lines, intellectual property, production rights and export licensing formally held by Turkish Aerospace Industries, as part of the government's consolidation policy for sensitive defence technologies. This directive further applies to all companies of Turkish origin in which Sweden holds a majority stake, including Aselsan AS and Roketsan, both of which shall be brought under equivalent consolidated control to prevent unauthorised sales, technology transfers or proliferation of advanced weapons systems to actors operating outside Sweden's ethical and strategic frameworks.

No sale, transfer, or public disclosure concerning these acquisitions shall be made without explicit authorisation of the Executive Office of the Prime Minister. All relevant provisions, at my direction, are to be implemented by the Secretary of Defence

Issued under my hand at Rosenbad, this month of November, in the year two thousand and seven.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Sep 11, 2025

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Departmental Directive
Department of Foreign Affairs
No. 2007:DD-DFA-001
Issued at Arvfurstens Palats, May 2007

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, pursuant to the memorandum enclosed.
I, Erik Sandberg, Secretary of Foreign Affairs, with the concurrence of the Prime Minister and the National Security Council, hereby direct that:

The use of chartered or privately leased aircraft for the conduct of official statement business is hereby prohibited across the Government of Sweden. This prohibition applies to all departments, agencies, overseas missions and affiliated state institutions.

Accordingly:

All official travel shall be conducted exclusively through state-operated aviation assets or via commercial carriers approved by the Department of Defence.
Cabinet Secretaries shall enforce this directive within their respective jurisdictions and ensure that no exceptions are granted outside the terms herein/
Requests for exemption, arising only under conditions of national security, emergency response or extraordinary necessity, shall require written authorisation of the Prime Minister, issued on a case-by-case basis.
The Department of Home Affairs is tasked with the dissemination of this directive across all branches of government.
The Department of Finance shall establish a project board, under the joint authority of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Department of Defence, to develop a long-term framework for providing secure, cost-effective and reliable travel for Swedish diplomats and envoys worldwide. The project board shall submit its initial recommendations to the Prime Minister within six months of its convening.

This directive shall enter into force immediately upon issuance and remain binding until amended or rescinded by subsequent departmental directive.

Issued under my hand at Arvfurstens Palats, this month of May, in the year two thousand and seven.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Sep 12, 2025

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Departmental Directive
Department of Defence
No. 2007:DD-DD-001
Issued at Jakobsgatan, May 2007

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, pursuant to the memorandum enclosed.
I, Mattias Johansson, Secretary of Defence, with the concurrence of the Prime Minister, hereby direct that:

The office of the Under Secretary of Defence for the Coast Guard is hereby formally established as a senior departmental post within the Department of Defence. They shall serve as the principal authority for the strategic development, operational integration and administrative oversight of the Swedish Coast Guard in its function.

Accordingly:

The aforementioned post shall assume responsibility for the formulation and execution of departmental policy concerning the Coast Guard, including operational readiness, modernisation and maritime security posture.
They shall ensure close coordination between the Coast Guard, the Swedish Royal Navy and other branches of the Armed Forces in matters of coastal defence, maritime interdiction, search and rescue and joint operations.
They shall oversee the integration of the Coast Guard into Sweden's broader overseas defence strategy, particularly in South Africa and Antarctica, ensuring alignment with the nation's expanded territorial commitments.
They shall report directly to the Secretary of Defence.
They shall work in concert with the Under Secretaries of Defence for the Army, Navy, Air Force and Strategic Defence to ensure unified command and coherence in strategic planning.
This directive shall prompt the handover of Coast Guard functions routinely performed by the Swedish Royal Navy.

This directive shall enter into force immediately upon issuance and remain binding until amended or rescinded by subsequent departmental directive.

Issued under my hand at Jakobsgatan, this month of May, in the year two thousand and seven.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Dec 29, 2025

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Departmental Directive
Department of Defence
No. 2008:DD-DD-001
Issued at Jakobsgatan, January 2008

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, pursuant to the memorandum enclosed.
I, Mattias Johansson, Secretary of Defence, with the concurrence of the Prime Minister and the National Security Council, hereby direct that:

To meet the challenging demands of airspace defence and reflecting the capability our allies within the Transatlantic Security Arrangement, change in our defence posture is fundamental. Analysis of the Quick Reaction Alert in the United Kingdom and the Air Sovereignty Alert in the United States, a similar system is required within the Kingdom of Sweden which will marry upcoming fundamental defence condition changes being developed.

Accordingly:

The Guardian Alert Posture Condition (GAPCON) is hereby established as the official national system for the assessment, communication and implementation of air defence readiness across the realm.
GAPCON shall provide a graded scale of readiness, ranging from GAPCON 5 (Normal Readiness) to GAPCON 1 (Maximum Readiness), enabling rapid and coordinated response to threats against Swedish airspace.
The GAPCON system shall apply to all Swedish Armed Forces air units, air defence sectors and associated operational commands, including any forces operating under joint or allied command agreements.
All relevant operational planning, training exercises and deployment protocols shall be aligned with the current GAPCON level.
Operational Responsibilities:
- The Swedish Air Force shall monitor airspace threats continuously and recommend GAPCON levels to the Department of Defence;
- The Department of Defence, in consultation with the National Security Council, shall issue official GAPCON declarations;
- Any aerial units designated for GAPCON alert shall adjust readiness, armament and scramble times in accordance with the current GAPCON level.
Communication and Implementation:
- The Department of Home Affairs is tasked with disseminating GAPCON levels and associated directives across all relevant government and military branches.
- The Department of Finance shall ensure that resources and infrastructure exist to maintain GAPCON implementation at all times, including finding for rapid readiness exercises and operational training.
Requests for special or extraordinary deviation from GAPCON protocols, arising only under conditions of national security, emergency response, or unforeseen operational necessity, shall require written authorisation of the Prime Minister, issued on a case-by-case basis.

This directive shall enter into force immediately upon issuance and remain binding until amended or rescinded by subsequent departmental directive.

Issued under my hand at Jakobsgatan, this month of January, in the year two thousand and eight.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · Feb 19, 2026

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Departmental Directive
Department of Defence
No. 2008:DD-DD-002
Issued at Jakobsgatan, April 2008

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, pursuant to the memorandum enclosed.
I, Mattias Johansson, Secretary of Defence, with the concurrence of the Prime Minister and the National Security Council, hereby direct that:

In recognition of the Kingdom's sovereign responsibilities in the Antarctic threatre and the necessity for clear theatre-specific command authority to ensure operational control, strategic collaboration and sustained defence readiness, change in the overseas command structure is required. The current formation of overseas command no longer reflects the distinct operational realities of two geographically and strategically separate regions.

Accordingly:

I promptly establish the Antarctic Special Command Organisation (ANTACOM) as the unified joint theatre command of the Swedish Armed Forces for all operations within the Antarctic theatre, including its associated maritime and airspace zones.
ANTACOM shall exercise operational authority over all Swedish military personnel, installations, defence infrastructure and assigned assets operating within Antarctica and shall be responsible for territorial defence, sovereinty enforcement, force protection, strategic infrastructure security and theatre-specific contingency planning.
The South African and Antarctic Command Organisation (SOUTHCOM) is hereby redesignated as the South African Command Organisation (SOUTHCOM).
All Antarctic specific operational responsibilities, authorities, personnel allocations and associated command functions presently assigned to SOUTHCOM shall be transferred in full to ANTACOM with immediate effect.
SOUTHCOM shall retain exclusive jurisdiction over the South African theatre.

This directive shall enter into force immediately upon issuance and remain binding until amended or rescinded by subsequent departmental directive.

Issued under my hand at Jakobsgatan, this month of April, in the year two thousand and eight.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

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Connor · 2026-06-18T14:50:37+0100

Konungariket Sveriges Regering
Government of Sweden

Regeringskansliet - Departmental Directive
Department of Defence
No. 2009:DD-DD-001
Issued at Jakobsgatan, January 2009

Under the authority granted by the Executive National Security Act 1994, and pursuant to Cabinet approval of the forthcoming Defence White Paper 2009.
I, Mattias Johansson, Secretary of Defence, with the concurrence of the Prime Minister and the National Security Council, hereby direct that:

The attached Defence White Paper 2009, projecting essential projected growth and development of the Armed Forces to better shape the Kingdom of Sweden for a new decade, is hereby adopted as official state policy.

Accordingly:

I direct that the Under Secretary of Defence for the Army, Under Secretary of Defence for the Navy, Under Secretary of Defence for the Air Force, Under Secretary of Defence for Strategic Defence and Under Secretary of Defence for the Coast Guard shall ensure that the provisions of the White Paper are fully integrated into departmental directives and military planning.
Immediate implementation of measures within their respective directorates, ensuring continuity with current operational demands and overseas obligations.
Coordination, oversight and reporting of compliance and submission of quarterly progress reviews to the Secretary of Defence.
All existing directives, procedurement schedules, and strategic initiatives shall be reviewed and, where necessary, amended to ensure alignment with the Defence White Paper 2009.

The directive shall take force immediately upon issuance and remain binding until superseded by subsequent legislation or departmental directive.

Issued under my hand at Jakobsgatan, this month of January, in the year two thousand and nine.

Sealed in accordance with the Executive National Security Act 1994

Försvarsdepartementet
Department of Defence

DEFENCE WHITE PAPER 2009

Introduction
The first duty of any Secretary of Defence is simple: to ensure that the realm remains not only safe, but secure. This responsibility stands above all others. It has guided every Secretary of Defence before me, and it must guide every Secretary of Defence who follows.

The security of our nation, our people, and our interests is not a responsibility that can be exercised intermittently or only in times of crisis. It demands constant vigilance, long-term planning and an unwavering commitment to preparedness. The Department of Defence exists to guarantee that Sweden possesses the capability, capacity and resolve to protect its sovereignty, defend its territories and safeguard its citizens wherever they may reside — from Sweden to South Africa and everywhere in between.

Throughout my tenure, I have remained steadfast in my belief that the security of our people must always come first. Every policy, investment and strategic decision contained within this White Paper has been shaped by that principle. Defence is not simply about military strength; it is about ensuring stability, deterring aggression, protecting our national interests and preserving the freedoms and prosperity upon which our society depends. This White Paper sets out a clear vision for the future of Swedish defence. It acknowledges the realities of an increasingly uncertain world while outlining the measures necessary to ensure that Sweden remains secure, resilient and capable of meeting the challenges of the decades ahead.

The last Defence White Paper was published in 1996, when Sweden was a nation of just nine million people. Today, we are responsible for the defence and security of a realm exceeding one hundred and forty million citizens, spanning multiple continents and some of the most strategically significant regions on Earth. The scale of our responsibilities has transformed beyond recognition. Our population has grown, our territories have expanded, our global interests have deepened and the threats we face have become increasingly complex.

The defence structures of yesterday cannot be relied upon to meet the demands of tomorrow. This White Paper therefore represents more than a review of our Armed Forces; it is a blueprint for their future. It sets out the reforms, investments and strategic direction necessary to ensure that Sweden remains capable of defending its people.

1. Department of Defence
2. Defence Materiel Administration
3. Defence Procurement Administration

- Office for Strategic Acquisitions and Licencing

4. Defence Business Administration
5. Defence Research Administration
6. Defence Enlistment Administration
7. Defence Doctrine and Standards Administration
8. Armed Forces Headquarters

- Swedish Army
- Swedish Royal Navy
- Swedish Royal Air Force
- Swedish Coast Guard
- Swedish Strategic Defence Network

- Swedish Central Command (CENTCOM)
- Swedish Strategic Command (STRATCOM)
- South African Command (SOUTHCOM)
- Antarctic Special Command (ANTACOM)

9. Military Bases Map
10. Armed Forces Inventory
11. Armed Forces Operational Orders
11. Armed Forces Centre for Military History
12. Armed Forces Deployment Administration
13. Armed Forces Projects Administration
14. Armed Forces Structure Administration
A1. Transatlantic Security Arrangement

Department of Defence

Defence Materiel Administration
The DD-DMA (Department of Defence - Defence Materiel Administration) is responsible for the supply of materiel to the Swedish defence organisation. Headed by Director-General Sara Lindström.

There are no forecast changes to the DD-DMA, the administration will continue to perform their role as currently directed.

Modernisation of the intranet portal is required but will have no effect on day-to-day running and purely cosmetic.

To date the administration have a total of 138 contracts on record associated across 3,962 individual assets, at an estimated total value of $74,408,423,070.89.

Defence Procurement Administration
The DD-DPA (Department of Defence - Defence Procurement Administration) is responsible for the acquisition of materiel from third parties (state and civilian) to the Swedish defence organisation. Headed by Director-General Jonas Nyberg. The administration also houses the Office of Strategic Acquisitions and Licencing (DD-OSAL), headed by Director Anne Krustofsson, responsible for all domestically held defence-related acquisitions.

There are no forecast changes to the DD-DPA or DD-OSAL.

Modernisation of both pages on the intranet portal is required but similarly will have no effect on day-to-day running and purely cosmetic.

To date the administration have a total of 37 contracts on record associated across 1,336 individual assets at an estimated total value of $21,855,472,391.96.

There are presently 6 acquisitions or licences on record with DD-OSAL, some of which are classified. This does not include stock and shares acquisitions within civilian defence industries which are managed by Svenska Innehav AB.

Defence Business Administration
The DD-DBA (Department of Defence - Defence Business Administration) is responsible for the sale of, and destruction of surplus, defence materiel. Headed by Director-General Maria Gustafsson.

There are no forecast changes to the DD-DBA, the administration will continue to perform their role as currently directed.

Modernisation of the intranet portal is required but will have no effect on day-to-day running and purely cosmetic.

To date the administration have a total of 23 contracts on record associated across 350 individual assets, at an estimated total value of $8,230,992,550.60.

Defence Research Administration
The DD-DRA (Department of Defence - Defence Research Administration) is responsible for the development of equipment and defence infrastructure. Headed by Director-General Carl Åberg.

There are no forecast changes to the DD-DRA.

Modernisation of the intranet portal is required but will have no effect on day-to-day running and purely cosmetic.

To date the administration have a total of 20 projects on record, at an estimated total value of $70,240,420,678.24.

Defence Enlistment Administration
The DD-DEA (Department of Defence - Defence Enlistment Administration) is responsible for the recruitment and training of personnel. Headed by Director-General Malin Svärd.

There are no forecast changes to the DD-DEA and no expected uplift in recruitment.

The defence establishment is currently running with approximately 61,979 'surplus' personnel, which are undergoing extensive restructuring to better manage cost efficiency.

Modernisation of the intranet portal is required but will have no effect on day-to-day running and purely cosmetic.

Defence Doctrine and Standards Administration
The DD-DDSA (Department of Defence - Defence Doctrine and Standards Administration) is responsible for the establishment of policy and framework within the defence establishment, in conjunction with security services and law enforcement. Headed by Director-General Nils Lindgren.

DD-DDSA is the newest office within the Department of Defence and is undergoing extensive review and formatting. At present the direction from the Sceretary of Defence is for the establishment of two key frameworks: aerial and maritime escalation of force procedure. Following this direction, the DD-DSA has began the design process for the Maritime Engagement and Response Standard (DDSA-MERS).

Maritime Engagement and Response Standard (DDSA-MERS) will see to the creation of two key identifiers: escalation level and threat category. Escalation level is broken down into ten individual stages, namely: detection, classification, initial contact, advisory status, formal warning, enhanced surveillance, coordinated compliance directive, interception operations, pre-enforcement warning, enforcement authorisation and enforcement action. Threat category is broken down into four categories: routine, monitored, elevated interest and priority contact. This will allow for a structured and reasonable response for emerging threats.

A similar standard will be established for aerial threats, in conjunction with the Guardian Alert Posture already in effect.

Armed Forces Headquarters

Swedish Army
The Swedish Army stands at an establishment total of 60,271 personnel of which 32,203 serve active roles, divided across the Swedish Central Command, at 20,041, and South African Command, at 12,162. Neither the Antarctic Special Command or Swedish Strategic Command have any structured personnel attachment. Across the entirety of the branch there is 7,498 individual recognised assets, again cross the two aforementioned commands.

There is ongoing and extensive restructuring within the South African Command, from which there is expected to be a substantial increase in structured personnel and assets. There are no plans for Swedish Army personnel to be deployed to the ANTACOM to STRATCOM at this stage.

A total review of the asset inventory has been conducted. The establishment is strong, however there are cause for future-proofing and modernisation, as follows:

URO VAMTAC Ambulance: Currently 17 within the inventory. Commanders have tabled consideration for a huge uplift in medical service provision across the Armed Forces, of which this asset would serve a significant role. Sweden has no independent access to further produce this asset and would be reliant on bilateral agreement or private sale which is likely to be at market rate. The total required at present is unknown. An assessment is required for suitable alternatives, the frontrunner being a variant of the Iveco LMV (current used for CBRN operations).

Patria Pasi and Ratel IFV: Across all variants and commands there are 460 and 357 assets respectively. Ultimately, it is inefficient to operate across two frameworks. Both of these frames are available domestically. Production of the Ratel IFV will cease immediately and by replaced by variants of the Patria AMV. Many Ratel IFV's are on back-order, these are to be cancelled. Similarly, dated models of the Patria Pasi, where possible (with consideration to highly sophisticated variants), will also be replaced.

Bushmaster PMV: Vehicle has been retained since the origins of an Antarctic branch within the Armed Forces however remained dormant ever since. This vehicle will be retained and serve as replacement for the retiring Ratel IFV command vehicles. Consideration will need to be made whether a wheeled PMV is required within the establishment in conjunction with the tracked inventory.

Stridsfordon 9040A: Upgrade to the Stridsfordon 9040B and continued deployment across the realm. Currently 881 in the inventory.

Bandsvagn 10: Continued structuring required, there is 543 assets unassigned.

G6 Rhino: To be totally replaced by the far superior and significantly more modern ARCHER Artillery System. Produced domestically. Currently 40 in the inventory.

Haubits FH77: To be totally replaced by the G5 Leopard, there are significant inefficiencies with dual rotating stock particularly with inter-command working. Alternative is produced domestically and in active service. Currently 256 in the inventory for replacement.

Luftvärnskanonvagn 9040: No requirement within the establishment, full inventory of 30 to be referred to DD-DBA for destruction.

Swedish Royal Navy
The Swedish Royal Navy hosts an establishment total of 28,117 personnel of which 18,861 serve active roles, divided across the Swedish Central Command, at 11,784, and South African Command, at 7,077. There is inconsistency in these records as the Antarctic Special Command does host a number of structured personnel. Across the entirety of the branch there is 726 individual recognised assets.

There is ongoing and extensive restructuring within the Antarctic Special Command in particular with the construction of King Oscar JB and King Adolf JB.

A total review of the asset inventory has been conducted. The branch remains once of the strongest navies on the planet, however some comments are worthy, as follows:

Kitty Hawk-Class Aircraft Carrier: This vessel is one of the oldest in the fleet. It is highly capable, highly advanced and relied upon for aircraft carrier capabilities, being the only one in the fleet. An extensive review of supercarriers has taken place but there are no suitable replacements viable on the planet. It is unlikely modernisation without the support of the United States would ever be possible, but there are natural national security implications to such an agreement, which would make it difficult to reach a deal.

Rotterdam-Class Landing Platform Dock: Uplift of this platform is required across the realm, suggested that the fleet is doubled from 2 to 4 where possible. An aircraft uplift and review would be required.

Sa'ar 4-class Missile Boat: No requirement within the establishment, full inventory of 4 to be referred to DD-DBA for destruction.

CB90-Class Fast Assault Craft: Within CENTCOM an extensive use for this craft exists which is to be replicated, where suitable, across SOUTHCOM. Total unknown, but a full review to take place. The expected total is estimated in the region of 450 craft.

Swedish Royal Air Force
The Swedish Royal Air Force consists of an establishment total of 25,419 personnel of which 1,420 serve active roles, divided across the Swedish Central Command, at 634, and South African Command, at 786. There is again clear inconsistency in these records as the Antarctic Special Command does host a number of structured personnel. Across the entirety of the branch there is 726 individual recognised assets.

There is ongoing and extensive restructuring within the Antarctic Special Command in particular with the construction of King Oscar JB, King Adolf JB and Queen Kristina JB.

A total review of the asset inventory has been conducted. The force looks healthy, with little need for adaptation or modernisation.

Airlift capacity does appear confined to large craft such as the Lockheed C-130 variants, Lockheed C-5B Galaxy or Boeing C-17 Globemaster III. Investment in tactical airlift capabilities is essential, the Embraer C-390 has been evaluated and considered which could be produced domestically for this role.

Swedish Coast Guard
The Swedish Coast Guard currently has an establishment total of 800 personnel of which 376 serve active roles. Across the entirety of the branch there is 184 individual recognised assets.

There is consideration for a complete dressing for South Africa in order to cover guard capabilities throughout the realm, with the Swedish Royal Navy retaining responsibility in the Antarctic region. This needs to take effect efficiently and in order to complete its capabilities in such a vastly different landscape, an increase in air wing capabilities is essential. At present the Coast Guard operates only three fixed-wing aircraft in Sweden - this must grow to ensure search and rescue capabilities and we will rely on learning from friends and allies on how this should take place.

Strategic Defence Network
The Strategic Defence Network consists of an establishment total of 953 personnel of which 721 serve active roles. Across the entirety of the branch there is 292 individual recognised assets.

There is little modernisation due to take place within the Strategic Defence Network which, throughout its existence, has received extensive funding and review as a result of its key national security impact. This review continues to be ongoing.

Swedish Central Command (CENTCOM)
There are concerning shortfalls within CENTCOM that must be addressed.

Within the Swedish Army there remains no structure to the Royal Artillery Regiment whatsoever and the Armed Forces Dog Section has remained under review with no clear direction. With immediate effect, the project to introduce canines into the Swedish Armed Forces is to be dissolved and replaced with capable equipment to cover the shortfall in expertise. A structure for the Royal Artillery Regiment is not just important, but commanded, and changes must take place within the coming months. It is clear that the artillery capabilities are somewhat held back by equipment changes mentioned within this paper, but that must not slow proactive structuring. Expansion of the Armed Forces Medical Centre will take place and allow for further field medical capabilities and major trauma management. Naturally, as a result of this uplift, there must be additional increases to medical extraction capabilities. It is expected that this regiment double in size, at least. The remainder of the branch appears strong.

The Swedish Royal Navy is healthy. The air wing has two unstructured Helicopter Sea Combat Squadrons, the reason for which is unclear.

Swedish Royal Air Force requires no changes.

As part of the Swedish Coast Guard merger into the Department of Defence, there were expected teething problems. I note a substantial reserve fleet which is due to be moved to form part of active service in SOUTHCOM. The air wing requires a total review as previously mentioned.

A total refresh of the new public domain layout is required throughout. I note this has began to take place.

Swedish Strategic Command (STRATCOM)
The review of STRATCOM continues to be ongoing in-line with high level national security considerations. There are no immediate changes due to take place.

New public domain layout is required throughout the command.

South African Command (SOUTHCOM)
There are concerns with the continued structuring of forces within South Africa.

The Swedish Army remains to see any engineering or logistical structure. I also expect to see the establishment of a medical formation within the force, in line with my expectations of a huge growth in this capability across the realm. Nonetheless, the existing structure is more than capable of defending South Africa and I am impressed to see a diverse, but sensible approach to the structure of platoons.

Both the Swedish Royal Navy and Royal Air Force require no significant change.

A new public domain layout is required throughout the command, as I expect will be a theme across all commands.

Antarctic Special Command (ANTACOM)
This is the newest command in the armed forces but this does not minimise the expectation placed upon its leadership. The construction of three huge military installations on the continent focusses out attention to the national security of overseas territory, of which Antarctica is possibly one of the most sensitive.

The naval commitment appears strong, with no immediate concerns to its development, albeit I expect this to grow in order to cover the necessary requirements of this white paper.

I note a lack of structuring within the Swedish Air Force, which needs attention in order to ensure that these brand new bases operate a capability, not a possibility. There is research required into the requirement and capability of surveillance aircraft in both a conventional warfare manner and in meteorological reconnaissance which will be essential to our ability to defend the continent.

Military Bases Map
The DD-MBM (Department of Defence - Military Bases Map) is an office responsible for the continued mapping and forecasting of Swedish Armed Forces positions internationally. Contributions are made by all commands within the Armed Forces collaboratively.

There are no changes required to this essential service which remains consistent up-to-date.

Armed Forces Inventory
The DD-AFI (Department of Defence - Armed Forces Inventory) is responsible for the management of all personnel and physical assets across all commands.

There are no forecast changes to the DD-AFI, the administration will continue to perform their role as currently directed.

Modernisation of the intranet portal is required, but this is a sensitive process given the importance of the documentation held within and is likely to take some time. Recent upgrades have taken place to divide the current inventory down into individual commands, as well as combined totals. Automation in this area would be beneficial to reduce administrative demand.

To date the inventory manages 9,449 individual assets, of which a total of of 7,440 are considered as 'tabled' - there is a notable backlog, primarily within the Swedish Army of 968 which remain to be ordered or sourced. This is significant and does have national security implications.

Armed Forces Operational Orders
The DD-AFOP (Department of Defence - Armed Forces Operational Orders) is an office responsible for the documentation of operations, associated dates, services, status and security classification. Contributions are made by all commands within the Armed Forces collaboratively.

This office is expected to be dissolved and documentation moving to the Armed Forces Centre for Military History (DD-AFCMH) in an archived capacity. The replacement will be the newly established Armed Forces Deployment Administration (DD-AFDA) whom will be responsible for this recordkeeping hereon in, similarly taking over from the current operation of the DD-AFCMH as it transitions into an archive.

Modernisation of the intranet portal is required.

Armed Forces Centre for Military History
The DD-AFCMH (Department of Defence - Armed Forces Centre for Military History) is an office responsible for the documentation of historic military deployment, monitoring where personnel have previously operated internationally. Contributions are made by all commands within the Armed Forces collaboratively.

The role of this office is expected to be taken over by DD-AFDA and as a result will cease to function in its current capacity. The DD-AFCMH will merge with the DD-AFOP and continue in namesake only as an archive.

Modernisation of the intranet portal is required and likely to be extensive.

Armed Forces Deployment Administration
The DD-AFDA (Department of Defence - Armed Forces Deployment Administration) is an office responsible for international live operations and will, eventually, host documentation for historic operations from this date onwards. Contributions are made by all commands within the Armed Forces collaboratively.

This is a public-facing record database, in-line with security classifications.

Armed Forces Projects Administration
The DD-AFPAA (Department of Defence - Armed Forces Projects Administration) was an idea by the former government to manage internal projects within the armed forces.

This office is to be dissolved, no longer required.

Armed Forces Standards Administration
The DD-AFSA (Department of Defence - Armed Forces Standards Administration) is currently responsible for primarily naming conventions and structuring conventions within the armed forces.

The role of this office is expected to be taken over by DD-DDSA and as a result will cease to function in its current capacity and management.

Transatlantic Security Arrangement

Foreword
Our international alliances are fundamental to the security, stability and prosperity of this realm. In an increasingly complicated world, nobody can truly afford to stand alone. The modern challenges we face today cross multiple borders and require cooperation, they require trust and they require collective decision making among like-minded partners. It is for that reason at the Transatlantic Security Arrangement remains of the most important pillars of Swedish foreign and defence policy.

Formed alongside our closest allies, the United Kingdom and the United States of America, the Transatlantic Security Arrangement has developed into the most capable and effective military alliance in the world. Together, our three nations possess unparalleled air, land and maritime capabilities, supported by some of the most advances technologies, industries and defence institutions ever assembled. The combined strength of our armed forces provides a level of deterrence that few, if any, potential adversaries could even hope to challenge. The arrangement serves as a guarantee that threats to one member will be met by the collective resolve of all three. It strengthens the security of our homeland, safeguards our overseas territories and protects the interests of Swedish citizens wherever they may be.

Through joint exercises, intelligence sharing, technological development and operational integration, our armed forces have a level of interoperability that allows us to respond rapidly and decisively to crises across the globe.

The strength of this realm is enhanced immeasurably by the strength of our allies. Through this arrangement we do not just stand beside two of the world's leading powers; we stand as equal partners in a collective framework that protects our people, advances our interests, encompasses our partnership, secures a safer future for generations to come.

For this kingdom, the significance of this alliance extends far beyond military cooperation. This group of three is a friendship unmatched. One consisting of a monumental level of trust, despite our natural differences.

Commitment
We remain committed to the cause that our membership of this arrangement carries not only collective security, but the responsibility to contribute meaningfully to that security. Sweden cannot rightfully expect its allies to shoulder this burden alone and if we are to remain a credible and respected partner within the alliance, we must continue to invest in our armed forces and modernise to expand our capacity to meet the challenges of the future. This government remains committed to ensuring that Sweden continues to develop in line with the expectations of our allies to meet our strategic responsibilities and strengthen our position. We want to operate seamlessly alongside British and American forces. The strength is not just determined by the capability of one single member, but all of us combined.

By continuing to grow alongside our allies, Sweden reinforces its position as a dependable and capable partner within the Transatlantic Security Arrangement. We do not seek merely to benefit from the alliance's strength; we seek to contribute to it. Sweden will continue to fulfil its responsibilities and ensure that the alliance remains the foremost guarantor of peace, security and stability in the modern world.

Future
Politics is complicated, but a central pillar to our commitment within the Transatlantic Security Arrangement is the continued expansion of joint training and multinational exercises with our allies. Capability on paper is not enough; true strength is only realised when forces are tested together, under pressure, in conditions that reflect the complexity of modern conflict. It is through shared training that interoperability is forged, trust is deepened, and collective readiness is truly achieved.

Sweden therefore places significant emphasis on increasing the frequency, scale and complexity of combined exercises with the United Kingdom and the United States of America. These exercises are not symbolic. They are operational necessities and they ensure that our air, land, maritime, cyber and intelligence forces are fully integrated with those of our allies, capable of operating as a single force rather than as separate national components. Particular priority is given to joint air operations, integrated maritime deployments and combined land manoeuvre exercises in both European, African, Arctic and Antarctic environments. These environments present unique operational challenges and it is only through sustained multinational training that forces can develop the adaptability required to operate effectively within them. Sweden recognises that the Antarctic, Arctic and high-northern regions are of increasing strategic importance, and joint training in these conditions is essential to maintaining deterrence and operational advantage.

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