The latest news on Sweden. The Nordic country has signed major agreements to boost its artillery ammunition stockpiles, in what officials describe as the country's most significant munitions push since the Cold War, worth over $523 million for artillery ammunition.
Here's what Defence Minister Pål Jonson stated in the press release on Tuesday: "With this order, we are strengthening Sweden's defence capabilities. It is an important investment in security for Sweden and NATO."
The deals involve key European manufacturers and aim to reinforce both national defence readiness and long-term supply resilience. Deliveries of advanced shells for the Archer system are set to begin next year, with parallel efforts to meet Ukraine's urgent needs.