The Swedish Armed Forces hosted defence and policy experts from around the world in Stockholm from 14 to 19 September for Nimble Titan 26, a multinational forum focused on integrated air and missile defence (IAMD). The event brought together nations that do not normally conduct joint exercises, creating a unique platform for collaboration against emerging global threats.
The Swedish Minister of Defense, Pål Jonson, opened the event by highlighting the strategic importance of IAMD in today’s security environment. “Integrated Air and Missile Defense is one of the most critical components of modern military strategy. In an era defined by rapid technological change and evolving threats, IAMD stands as a cornerstone for security. The Ukraine conflict shows the need for mass production and the important role of the defense industry to enable global collaboration and innovation to build capability today and for the future,” he said.
Nimble Titan uses future-oriented scenarios and wargaming to challenge participants in solving complex IAMD problems. This includes addressing the evolving role of space and long-range military capabilities.
“The threats are constantly evolving and together with other nations we develop a better situational awareness. Our military capabilities need to manage a defense against incoming missiles as well as be able to reduce the adversary´s ability. Cooperation and strategic communication are important tools to achieve this,” said Lieutenant Colonel Anders Broberg, representing the Swedish Armed Forces and host of the event.
Colonel Jeffrey Hazard from U.S. Space Command and Director of Nimble Titan underlined the forum’s global relevance. “Today’s emerging threats have global consequences. The cooperation within Nimble Titan provides a much-needed environment for all members to explore complex space and missile defense challenges in a way that fosters open dialogue and shared endeavor for global stability,” he said.
Source: Swedish Armed Forces.