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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