Sweden -- A Global Military Player?
Abstract
The post-Cold War strategic landscape has allowed Sweden to openly declare its aspirations to be a strong regional military power and an active member of the European Union with strong support of the European Union's military capability development. In support of Sweden's national security policy, the Swedish Armed Forces have begun a transformation into a professional expeditionary force with increased usability, interoperability, sustainability, and ability to conduct international operations. This paper evaluates Sweden's ability to assume Framework Nation responsibility for a European Union Battlegroup in support of the European Union's foreign policy and Sweden's national security strategy. The paper initially analyzes the national security implications of Sweden's European Union membership and Swedish motives for participation in global operations. This is followed by an analysis of the Swedish Armed Forces' capability to provide high readiness force packages for global operations. Finally, the political support and the public support for Sweden's provision and deployment of high readiness force packages are examined.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 21, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA561250
Entities
People
- Michael H. Giner
Organizations
- United States Army War College