Bloomberg Surveillance · Tuesday, July 7, 2026
Sweden's Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, speaking at the NATO summit, emphasized the European allies' commitment to increasing defense investments and supporting Ukraine's fight against Russia. He urged the US to remain steadfast in its support, stressing that Ukraine is not losing but needs continued aid to win.
“Well, the basic message, I believe and I hope is to confirm what we decided last year. We're all committed to an increase in European defense investments, this burden shifting in an orderly way, but very decisive way.”
“As one I hope is to confirm our commitment to Ukraine. Ukraine is not losing this war, but they still need our help to be able to win.”
“And of course what we've discussing today to increase the not at least the European capabilities of having a big, a good defense industrial base, which we have proven quite significantly here today.”