On May 7, Swedish Defense Minister Paul Johnson and Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen signed a declaration of intent for closer and stronger military cooperation between the two countries in a number of areas, reports the press service of the Swedish Ministry of Defense. Official Internet portal of government agencies.
“We are strengthening the already good cooperation and now that Sweden has become a member of NATO, the opportunities increase. “Sweden and Denmark are donating CV90 combat vehicles to Ukraine and we share the view that continued support to Ukraine is essential.”Johnson said.
It is indicated that Swedish-Danish cooperation in the military field will be further strengthened within the framework of NATO, the European Union and NORDEFCO. Jonson highlighted air patrols within NATO’s airspace protection program as an example of cooperation. In addition, it is planned to develop cooperation in the protection of marine areas.
The letter of intent includes coordinating the acquisition of military equipment in situations where this is possible. This includes coordination in the acquisition and preparation of CV90 combat vehicles. In addition, it is planned to strengthen cooperation with air traffic control authorities in the Baltic Sea by facilitating mutual access to their airspace and air bases. The development of maritime cooperation in the Öresund Strait area and in the Baltic Sea is also highlighted.
Source: Rossa Primavera
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