Baltic Sea Security: A Shared Priority for Sweden and NATO - Master Version

Published: Dec. 7, 2017, 7:03 p.m.

Sweden has responded to a changing security situation in Europe by increasing its military spending, reintroducing conscription and hosting large-scale exercises. It has also stationed troops back on the strategically important Swedish island of Gotland, in the middle of the Baltic Sea, for the first time in more than a decade. While Sweden is not a NATO nation, NATO and Sweden have a strong partnership and actively work together in peace and security operations, and for both, providing security in the Baltic Sea region is a priority. Footage includes shots and interviews from various locations in and around the island of Gotland. Teaser: Learn why Sweden has remilitarized the island of Gotland, how the Swedish Armed Forces are improving their military capability, and about Sweden and NATO’s strong partnership in the Baltic Sea region.