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Sweden Invests $916 Million in Advanced Defense Systems

4/2/2026

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Pal Jonson, Sweden's defense minister, announced plans to purchase air defense and anti-drone systems worth 8.7 billion Swedish crowns ($916 million) from Saab and BAE Systems.
The package includes the Gute II anti-drone system, ammunition, and vehicles, with deliveries planned for 2027 and 2028.
Sweden plans higher military spending, projecting 2.8% of GDP in 2026 and 3.5% by 2030 amid regional security concerns.

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Pal Jonson, Sweden's defense minister, announced plans to purchase air defense and anti-drone systems worth 8.7 billion Swedish crowns ($916 million) from Saab and BAE Systems.
The package includes the Gute II anti-drone system, ammunition, and vehicles, with deliveries planned for 2027 and 2028.
Sweden plans higher military spending, projecting 2.8% of GDP in 2026 and 3.5% by 2030 amid regional security concerns.