Leni Björklund

Swedish politician, Minister of Defence

Leni Björklund - Swedish politician, Minister of Defence
Born

July 5th, 1944
80 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sweden

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Served as the 28th Minister of Defence from 2003 to 2006. Represented the Social Democratic Party in the Swedish Parliament. Participated in various defense policy discussions and initiatives during tenure. Advocated for the modernization of the Swedish Armed Forces and engaged in international military cooperation.

Served as Minister of Defence from 2003 to 2006

Participated in the Swedish Parliament

Advocated for modernization of the Armed Forces

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