Background & Purpose

The ongoing war in Ukraine created an urgent need for continued international assistance, prompting the Swedish government to propose a separate, extra budget outside the regular schedule.

The Decision

The Swedish parliament approved the government's proposal for an extra amending budget, allowing military equipment donations, maritime support, and civil defense aid to Ukraine.

Does this affect you?

  • Ukrainian civil defense: Receives direct material support, maritime assistance, and equipment to strengthen civilian protection.
  • The Swedish Armed Forces: Temporarily parts with specific equipment like vehicles and snowplows, and will receive replacement gear in the coming years.
  • Swedish taxpayers: Experience a temporary decrease in state borrowing needs for 2025, followed by increased expenses between 2026 and 2030.

In Practice

  • Sweden donates military equipment such as trucks, tractors, snowplows, and motorcycles to Ukraine.
  • The government receives authorization to purchase replacement equipment for the Swedish Armed Forces.
  • State expenses decrease by approximately 6.1 billion SEK during 2025.
  • State expenses are projected to increase by 6.1 billion SEK between 2026 and 2030 to replace donated material.