<description>&lt;p&gt;Since joining NATO in 2024, Sweden has taken on a more prominent role in European security. Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson joined Ryan in Washington to discuss how Sweden is supporting Ukraine, rebuilding its own military with more resources, and pushing for a faster, more agile defense acquisition system.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

War on the Rocks

Ryan Evans

Getting Faster, Stronger, Ready: Sweden's Defense Minister on Reform and Resolve

DEC 11, 202525 MIN
War on the Rocks

Getting Faster, Stronger, Ready: Sweden's Defense Minister on Reform and Resolve

DEC 11, 202525 MIN

Description

Since joining NATO in 2024, Sweden has taken on a more prominent role in European security. Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson joined Ryan in Washington to discuss how Sweden is supporting Ukraine, rebuilding its own military with more resources, and pushing for a faster, more agile defense acquisition system.