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Erik Ezelius (S)
What Erik Ezelius has said in the chamber of the Swedish Riksdag, debate by debate. The lines under each debate sum up a speech; they are written and translated by AI in advance and may contain errors, so check against the speech.
Kammarkoll has the Riksdag's speeches from 26 September 2022 onwards; older debates are not included.
FMV presence in garrison locations and Skaraborg expansion
- Argues that proximity between FMV and the forces is a strategic necessity to increase operational effectiveness and the pace of innovation. Argues that FMV's presence near users results in better requirements definition, shorter lead times, and strengthens the security of supply. Read the speech
- Argues that an increased FMV presence in Skaraborg creates an environment where operational needs, testing activities, and industrial development meet to more quickly turn ideas into solutions. Proposes that FMV be reinforced with engineers and test leaders in Skövde and Skaraborg to create a continuous dialogue between users and developers. Read the speech
- Argues that tempo is crucial for future defense capability by quickly converting needs into operational effect. Wants to broaden the industrial base's participation in defense production, particularly in Skaraborg and Västra Götaland, and develop FMV's existing presence there. Read the speech
Basic physical fitness for defense: 12,000 conscripts
- Argues that war requires both physical and mental robustness in both soldiers and the civilian population to handle stress and endurance. Points out that poorer fitness among youth affects the recruitment base and asks if the minister sees increased physical activity as a total defense issue. Read the speech
- Argues that deteriorated physical health among young people threatens the recruitment base and the defense capability. Advocates for broad measures within school and the sports movement to reach inactive youth and asks if the government has a cross-political grip to create change. Read the speech
- Argues that a holistic approach is required to build up the population's resilience. Advocates for closer cooperation between schools, the sports movement, municipalities, and the actors of total defense to improve public health and create a broader recruitment base. Read the speech
Energy, school, justice, migration and environment policy
- Argues that Swedish households and companies are affected by high energy costs and bottleneck revenues. Asks the government what they are doing to ensure that these funds are used to support Swedish households and companies. Read the speech
Nordkalotten security: NATO infrastructure and China influence
- Argues that the Nordic region has been given a more central role in NATO's planning with a focus on deterrence. Points out increased military activity, confrontation with Russia, and the importance of infrastructure in the region. Asks if the minister shares this view. Read the speech
- Argues that China and Russia are increasing their influence in the Arctic through diplomacy, infrastructure, and military presence. Points out that upper Norrland has great strategic importance and that Sweden has a special responsibility for subarctic combat capability. Asks whether the government will analyze which military capabilities need to be strengthened in northern Sweden. Read the speech
- Argues that Sweden will play a central and strategic role moving forward. Argues that military infrastructure in the northernmost parts must be built up now because it takes time and time is a luxury one no longer has. Read the speech
Reserve officers: M wants more war-placed, S wants rights
- Argues that reserve officers are a central and cost-effective part of the defense. Emphasizes the need to secure a good supply of personnel by strengthening the profession's attractiveness and removing structural obstacles to service. Read the speech
- Proposes that the Armed Forces increase the availability of reserve officers through skills inventory, more training places, and shared officer training. Argues that a statutory right to leave of absence, higher merit value, and better compensation are required to improve the conditions. Read the speech
- Argues that it is crucial to create good conditions for the staff in order to increase the defense capability. Looks forward to the bill being presented for consideration. Read the speech
Military affairs: defense capability, conscription and environment
- Argues that defense capability is strengthened through powerful expansion of materiel and extended conscription training. Emphasizes the importance of coexistence between civil and military society and wants to be constructive regarding sea-based wind power to create acceptance. Read the speech
Swedish Armed Forces staffing: 10,000 conscripts and pay
- Wish to vote in favor of reservation 4. Argue that the conscription volumes need to increase to 10,000 per year by 2030, the civil service should be expanded, the Home Guard should grow to 25,000 by 2030 and the support for voluntary organizations and veteran associations should be strengthened. Read the speech
Sweden military defense: Ukraine support, wages and new units
- Motion to approve reservation 3 under point 2. Argues that a permanent military presence of a completely different magnitude than today is required in the Arctic. Proposes that an additional regiment be established north of the Arctic Circle as well as that Kvarn in Motala shall become a new regiment. Read the speech
Source: The Swedish Parliament. Kammarkoll is an independent service.