Annika Brändström

Annika Brändström is a respected official within the Swedish government, currently serving as the acting deputy of the national security council following the departure of Henrik Landerholm. With a background in crisis preparedness, her expertise includes managing responses to disasters such as wildfires, pandemics, and major accidents. Despite her significant experience, Brändström's role has not traditionally encompassed defense and security policy, highlighting the current gap in leadership following the recent establishment of the national security advisor position, which remains unfilled amidst pressing geopolitical challenges.