King Carl Gustaf opens the People and Defence National Conference in Sälen, which this year has the theme "action and delivery". He describes the conference, which celebrates its 80th anniversary this year, as a "unique meeting place".
The situation in Europe and the world is serious. That is why it is more important than ever for different parts of society to come together and talk about the challenges we face, and above all, how we should meet them.
The King also highlights NATO's role in protecting the territorial integrity of states and that it is always "urgent" to stand up for international law.
The goal is a better world with stable nations, where everyone can live in peace and freedom.
