On June 18, 2024, the Riksdag opened the door to nuclear weapons in Sweden. This risks provoking Russia and increasing the risk of conflict. We should never have joined NATO let alone entered the DCA agreement as unconditionally as we did on June 18, 2024. Vote against DCA you too!
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The DCA agreement a form of Swedish capitulation
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Sweden a military bridgehead – higher risk
Sweden a military bridgehead for the West. We run that risk. Historically, Russia has shown no desire to attack Sweden as a neutral nation and as an important part of the West. But with Sweden's increased military cooperation with the West and the US through NATO and the DCA agreement, Russia may feel threatened and provoked enough to consider military action. Several journalistic articles and historical analyzes underline that Sweden's neutrality previously functioned as a stabilizing factor in the region. That we have now become part of NATO and are accepting
The DCA agreement so unconditional is a serious mistake that could increase tensions further.
NATO – From Defense Pact to Expansive War
NATO has historically been a defense pact with the aim of protecting its member states from external threats. In recent decades, however, NATO has changed and become involved in several expansionary wars, including Libya, and now there is concern that NATO could be used in conflicts in the seas around China.
Introduction
NATO was founded in 1949 as a defense pact with the mission of ensuring the security of its member countries. But the organization's role has changed over time, and today there are examples of how NATO has participated in offensive operations.
From Defense to Expansion
After the end of the Cold War, NATO has gradually moved away from a strictly defensive role. Sweden a military bridgehead for the US is what we risk June 18. A clear example of this change is the intervention in Libya in 2011. NATO-led forces carried out a military intervention that resulted in the overthrow of Muammar Gaddafi's regime. The intervention, which was initially justified as a humanitarian effort, has been criticized for leaving the country in chaos and contributing to long-term instability. In addition, many articles show that Libya was no less humanitarian than other African countries. Rather, the country had greater prosperity in it. But Gaddafi had tried to free Africa from dependence on the dollar for oil trade. This threatened the wealth of the United States.
Interventions in the Middle East
NATO's involvement in the Middle East and North Africa shows the organization's shift towards offensive operations. The Libya intervention is just one example; NATO has also been involved in conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. These efforts have often led to criticism for creating more instability than they solved, as well as for acting in ways that many believe go against the organization's original defense focus.
NATO and Asia
With shifting global balances of power, NATO has also begun to turn its gaze to Asia, especially the seas around China. China's increased presence and military activity in these areas has led to concerns among NATO countries. There is a risk that NATO could become involved in conflicts in this region, which could further escalate tensions. But the risk of war is also due to globalization.
Globalization as Military Colonialism
Globalization has often been praised for creating economic growth and global cooperation. But behind this facade hides a form of modern colonialism based on military violence and exploitation. This development paves the way for conflicts and contributes to extensive environmental destruction.
Militarism and Colonialism Globalization is driven by strong economic interests that are often backed by military power. This form of neo-colonialism ensures that rich countries can continue to exploit resources from poorer regions. Through military intervention and political dominance, these states are able to maintain their superior position, creating and perpetuating global inequality.
The Price of Environmental Destruction The global economy's demands for ever-increasing production and consumption lead to massive environmental destruction. Deforestation, pollution of water sources, and emissions of greenhouse gases are direct results of a globalized economy that puts growth before sustainability. The military aspect of globalization further contributes to this destruction, as wars and conflicts often result in environmental disasters.
Peaceful Cooperation and Self-Sufficiency An alternative way forward is to work for peacefully cooperating but self-sufficient states. By prioritizing local production and sustainable economic systems, countries can reduce their dependence on global markets and military intervention. This would not only reduce the risk of conflict, but also contribute to a more sustainable and just world. Instead of starting wars to preserve the inequality that globalization creates, the focus should be on building strong, self-reliant societies that work together for common goals.
Geopolitical Tensions and Armament
This new expansionist orientation for NATO coincides with a broader trend of militarization in Western Europe and other NATO countries. Military spending has increased sharply, and politicians from different political camps emphasize the importance of a strong defense. Europe's defense capabilities have been strengthened, and investment in military equipment has reached record levels.
Criticism and Consequences
Critics argue that NATO's changing role risks turning the organization into a destabilizing force rather than a guarantor of security. By participating in offensive operations and interventions, NATO can create more conflicts than it solves. This could lead to long-term instability in the affected regions and in Sweden. In addition, there are concerns that this offensive focus could provoke new enemies and escalate existing tensions.
Ban nuclear weapons in Sweden!
No to DCA!
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Yes Sweden must remain a nuclear weapon free zone!!
Your article provides an excellent overview of issues that need attention
Christer
Just!
NATO's strategy can be read on https://www.nato.int/cps/en/natolive/official_texts_27433.htm. There you can read, among other things (ip 24), that interruption of supplies of raw materials is a cause of war.
But apart from this, one marvels at the boundless arrogance of the vested establishment which is not matched by the skills needed. They apparently believe that they still live in the 1900th century, still have an industrial monopoly, and can command e.g. raw materials. While in reality they mean less and less. Not least because of the stupidity of encouraging the so-called outsourcing of production resources in the 80s and 90s. Because whoever manages the production also manages the development.
Some seem to understand it, e.g. such an unlikely person as the EU's foreign affairs commissioner Josep Borrell, who warned his colleagues to repel the whole world with his arrogance and double standards, see https://responsiblestatecraft.org/munich-security-conference-gaza-israel/. But he is an exception.
Yes, since centuries, the country that has the best industrial production conditions wins a war. It is time, or even the Count's time, to create a world without winners and losers.