The Swedish Armed Forces is a body subject to the Swedish Parliament and government. It is headed by the Supreme Commander who leads and supervises the Armed Forces through Armed Forces Headquarters.
Recruits make themselves heard at the National Congress of Conscripts 19 April202114:39 On Monday 19 April, the military service congress for 2021 will be held. The congress is the highest decision-making body of the conscription authority and has representatives from military units from all over the country. This year, it will be possible to watch parts of the congress on Youtube.
General Micael Bydén continues as Supreme Commander 1 April202112:39 On 1 April, the government decided to extend the mandate of Supreme Commander General Micael Bydén until September 2024.
Swedish Armed Forces highly ranked among the public 29 March202115:02 The percentage of the general public who are confident or very confident in the Swedish Armed Forces has increased from 36 per cent in 2016 to 63 per cent in 2021. This is evident from the yearly poll of public confidence in government agencies, political parties, media and corporations.
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