NATO foreign ministers gathered at a conference table in Helsingborg, Sweden, with flags and documents on defense and Ukraine.
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Nato foreign ministers meeting begins in Helsingborg tomorrow

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Sweden hosts its first Nato foreign ministers meeting in Helsingborg. The gathering focuses on defense spending, Ukraine and alliance unity.

On Wednesday the government invited Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte for a meeting aboard the Coast Guard vessel Amitrite off Helsingborg. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard, Defence Minister Pål Jonsson and Civil Defence Minister Carl-Oskar Bohlin took part.

Participants carried out a boarding exercise with a Black Hawk helicopter and drones. They discussed Sweden’s actions against the Russian shadow fleet and the need for Europe to take greater responsibility for defence.

The meeting continues on Thursday with an informal dinner where Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha is a guest together with King Carl Gustaf, Queen Silvia and Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson. The formal session with the 32 foreign ministers starts on Friday at 10 a.m.

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Initial reactions on X highlight Sweden hosting its first NATO foreign ministers meeting in Helsingborg, with emphasis on defense spending, burden sharing, and alliance unity. Official accounts and journalists note Rubio's attendance and strategic focus on Ukraine and the High North. Sentiments range from neutral announcements to positive views on Sweden's symbolic role and strategic location.

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