Sweden Seeks to Extend Recall Age for Former Officers
(MENAFN) Sweden is preparing to significantly increase the upper age limit for recalling former military officers to service, according to a report by a national public broadcaster.
This initiative is part of a broader strategy aimed at reinforcing the country’s defense capabilities, as Sweden commits substantial financial resources toward military development.
In June, leaders from NATO resolved to increase their collective defense spending goals, shifting the benchmark from 2% to 5% of GDP. Of this, 3.5% is earmarked specifically for military purposes, while the remainder will fund broader security-related efforts.
In support of this shift, Brussels introduced the €800 billion ($940 billion) "ReArm Europe" program.
As outlined in the broadcaster’s report, the Swedish government intends to lift the maximum age for former officers to be called back into duty from 47 to 70 years old.
This proposal originates from a special commission appointed by the government to tackle long-term military staffing needs.
The panel recommends eliminating the current policy that delists former military personnel from the register after a decade without training.
Instead, individuals who have completed at least one year of active or reserve service would stay eligible for recall until they reach the age of 70.
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