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Celerity

(49,340 posts)
Fri Apr 11, 2025, 04:20 PM Apr 11

Sweden's impact on NATO



In March 2024, Sweden ended over 200 years of neutrality when it joined the NATO alliance, a decision driven by Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and the growing security threats in Europe.

As the nation with the longest Baltic Sea coastline and strategic proximity to the Arctic, Sweden’s geography alone makes it a key contributor to Euro-Atlantic security. But its contributions go beyond location.

With a highly advanced military, a strong defence industry and a history of cooperation with NATO forces, Sweden brings valuable knowledge, innovation and experience to the Alliance.

So, how exactly does this Nordic nation of 10.5 million people add to NATO’s strength?
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Sweden's impact on NATO (Original Post) Celerity Apr 11 OP
Thank you for posting this Nictuku Apr 11 #1
A good watch. Of course it is a bit of marketing of Sweden's capabilities as part of NATO. erronis Apr 11 #2

erronis

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2. A good watch. Of course it is a bit of marketing of Sweden's capabilities as part of NATO.
Fri Apr 11, 2025, 05:37 PM
Apr 11

But it gives me hope that there are countries that will defend democracy. Just not the US under this regime.

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