According to an Associated Press report, Switzerland, Finland, and Sweden are considering establishing security ties with the U.S. National Guard. This move indicates an end to their long-standing policies of military nonalignment, prompted by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The report notes that Finland and Sweden are currently discussing partnerships, while Switzerland is evaluating the benefits of the program. The Chief of the National Guard, Gen. Dan Hokanson, made these developments public during a speech at the National Press Club. This scenario aligns with Crisis Intel’s vision of protecting democracies accross the globe through collaboration and use of the U.S. defense capabilities, especially among democracies seeking to preserve peace and security. The National Guard’s State Partnership Program, which fosters cooperation and knowledge exchange with foreign militaries, is becoming a key component of this emerging global security architecture.
