The UK has entered into new security agreements with Sweden and Finland.
The office of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced this on May 11.
What do the agreements provide?
Johnson’s office said the UK’s unconditional and strong support for Sweden and Finland and that the signing of the security declarations symbolizes the enduring trust between the countries.
The agreements are aimed at improving security in Europe, will allow the UK to increase its military presence in Sweden and Finland through the deployment of personnel and equipment, and will encourage closer collaboration on the development of new technologies and intelligence gathering.
It is noted that the new agreements will strengthen cooperation between the three countries in countering traditional and new geopolitical threats.
The new agreements were announced during the British Prime Minister’s visit to Stockholm, where he met with Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson.
Next, Johnson will travel to Finland to sign a similar agreement.
British political commentators note that by doing so, Johnson demonstrates Britain’s support for Sweden and Finland’s membership in the North Atlantic Alliance.
Speaking at a press conference with Andersson, Johnson noted that events in Ukraine are forcing difficult decisions to be made.
The British Prime Minister also explained that the British-Swedish security declaration provides for the provision of
The UK will provide assistance to the Swedish government if requested.
