Swedish Armed Forces Call for Faster Rearmament with 4-5% GDP Spending Target (defence24.com)

• Swedish Armed Forces want defence spending of 4-5% GDP, exceeding government plan.
• Government path: 2.8% in 2026, 3.1% from 2028, 3.5% by 2030.
• Accelerated procurement of air defence, drones, ammunition planned for 2026-2028.

"Sweden's military leadership is pushing for defence spending of 4-5% of GDP, exceeding the government's current plan of 3.5% by 2030. Commander-in-Chief Michael Claesson cites existential reasons to meet NATO capability requirements. The military wants accelerated purchases of ammunition, air defence, drones, and other equipment between 2026-2028, reflecting Sweden's shift from neutrality to frontline NATO state in the Baltic region."