Sweden announces $8.6 bn in military aid to Ukraine for 2026-2027

AFP , Thursday 11 Sep 2025

The Swedish government Thursday announced a military aid package for Ukraine amounting to $8.6 billion over 2026 and 2027, as Kyiv seeks more backing from its allies to fend off Russia's invasion.

Pal Jonson
File Photo: Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson, at a ceremony thanking hundreds of the defense authorities' staff who are working hard behind the scenes to plan and transport the aid packages to Ukraine. Photo Pal Jonson/X

 

"This highlights the sustainable nature of our support" for Kyiv, Defence Minister Pal Jonson said at a press conference.

"In the event of a ceasefire and even a peace agreement, Swedish military support for Ukraine will remain significant and will continue after an eventual ceasefire or peace agreement," he added.

Military aid will rise to 40 billion Swedish kronor ($4.27 billion) each year for the next two years.

The defence ministry also unveiled a new aid package that included 18 Archer artillery units with ammunition, long-range drones, air defence systems and coastal surveillance equipment.

Sweden is the EU's fifth-largest donor to Ukraine relative to its GDP, according to the Kiel Institute.

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