Sweden has innovation power within the Armed Forces, industry, and research. It should be utilized. The path from idea to use in military units needs to be shortened. This year's prize winners show what is possible when operational needs, knowledge, and effectiveness are united. (translated)
Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine shows how quickly technology, tactics, and countermeasures are developing on the battlefield. Therefore, the armed forces must be able to identify new needs more quickly, test solutions, and translate what works into concrete operational capability in combat units. (4/5) (translated)
Ukraine's fate is ours. A strong Ukrainian defense reduces Russia's military maneuvering space and makes Sweden and Europe safer. Today's medal recipients simultaneously demonstrate the significance of Swedish expertise and innovation for Ukraine's defense struggle. (3/3) (translated)
The Swedish defense industry plays an important role in supporting Ukraine. Behind the Swedish systems used on the battlefield are employees who, with great knowledge, dedication, and perseverance, help meet Ukraine's needs and translate them into concrete military capability. (2/3) (translated)
Sweden is stepping up. We are investing in sovereign military satellites and developing orbital launch capability at Esrange. Together with our European allies, we must innovate faster, protect critical space infrastructure and ensure Europe can act in crisis and conflict. (3/3) #Sweden #MilitarySatellites #SpaceInnovation #SE #EU
Ukraine has shown that space is now decisive for modern military operations. Europe must ensure sovereign access to critical space capabilities: the ability to design, build and launch systems, provide resilient connectivity and shorten the sensor-to-shooter chain. (2/3) #SpaceSecurity #MilitaryInnovation #EuropeInSpace #UA #EU
Space is the high ground of modern warfare. In Paris today, I joined France’s Minister of the Armed Forces Catherine Vautrin and Germany’s Defence Minister Boris Pistorius to discuss how Europe can strengthen our common security and become a stronger space power. (1/3) https://t.co/hnNIYWH5Y6 #SpaceSecurity #EuropeanDefense #ModernWarfare #FR #DE
Space is increasingly important for security, defence and European competitiveness. France and Sweden are the only EU countries with operational spaceports. By combining our expertise and infrastructure, we can strengthen Europe’s independent access to space. (2/2) #SpaceSecurity #EuropeanCompetitiveness #Spaceports #FR #SE #EU
🇸🇪🇫🇷 France and Sweden are taking the next step in our space cooperation. Together with French Minister of the Armed Forces Catherine Vautrin, we agreed to develop a roadmap covering both civilian and defence aspects, strengthening security and independent access to space. (1/2) #SpaceCooperation #France #Sweden #SE #FR
Sweden is acquiring around ten HIMARS units as well as a significant amount of ammunition. The system gives the army the ability to combat command posts, air defense, logistics, and artillery at significantly greater distances than today and strengthens Sweden's and NATO's deterrence. (2/3) (translated)
Together with Finland's Minister of Defense Antti Häkkänen, I presented the next step for Sweden's long-range artillery. Sweden is acquiring HIMARS for around seven billion kronor. The first systems will be delivered already next year and strengthen the army's capability. (1/3) (translated)
Finland operates similar artillery. It gives Sweden opportunities to train together & use Finnish capacity for maintenance and repairs. Saab and Lockheed Martin have also signed a Letter of Intent on production in Sweden of ammunition for rocket artillery, including GLSDB. (3/3) #Finland #Sweden #Artillery #FI #SE
Sweden will procure around ten HIMARS launchers together with a significant amount of ammunition. The system will enable the Army to engage command posts, air defence, logistics and artillery at far greater distances than today, strengthening Swedish and NATO deterrence. (2/3) #HIMARS #NATO #SwedenDefense #SE #NATO
Together with Finland’s Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen, I am presenting the next step for Sweden’s long-range artillery. Sweden will procure HIMARS for around SEK 7 billion. The first systems will be delivered already next year, strengthening the Army’s capability. (1/3) https://t.co/H2okSv4jMH #Sweden #HIMARS #Defence #FI #SE
The new frigates will be an essential strengthening of Sweden's and NATO's defense. They provide qualified air defense, enhance submarine hunting and sea control, as well as the capability to protect shipping and keep vital sea routes open in peace, crisis, and war in our region and on the world's oceans. (translated)
Sweden's air defense will be tripled. Today, Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson received President Emmanuel Macron. Together with France's Minister of Defense Catherine Vautrin, I also signed a new framework agreement that deepens our defense cooperation and strengthens NATO. (1/3) (translated)
«Como aliados, Suecia y Finlandia comparten una visión común sobre la importancia de una fuerte disuasión y defensa en la región del mar Báltico y en el flanco oriental de la OTAN»
Švédsko odpovědělo na finskou žádost o posílení jejich protivzdušné obrany učiněnou kvůli zhoršující se bezpečnostní situaci,
«Η Σουηδία ανταποκρίθηκε σε αίτημα της Φινλανδίας να ενισχύσει την αεροπορική της άμυνα λόγω της επιδεινούμενης κατάστασης ασφαλείας»
The armed forces are simultaneously working to shorten the path from new technology to operational use. The experiences from Ukraine show how quickly drones, AI, sensors, and communication are developing. The one who can test, adapt, and scale new technology the fastest will gain a clear advantage. (3/4) (translated)
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