Stockholm, May 12, 2025 – The Swedish government has announced a significant increase in funding for peace and security research, with an additional SEK 14 million allocated to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) for 2025.
This funding boost, which supplements existing funds of SEK 28 million, will support SIPRI’s efforts to contribute to peaceful solutions to international conflicts through scientific research, analysis, and partnerships. The focus areas include disinformation during conflict, migration and forced displacement, as well as climate and security.
According to Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa, “peace research is crucial to preventing war and conflict.” He emphasized that the volatile international situation, characterized by several armed conflicts causing poverty and human suffering, particularly affects women and children who are vulnerable in war and conflict situations.
SIPRI’s scientific research plays a vital role in increasing understanding of the preconditions for peaceful solutions to intra-state and cross-state conflicts. The institute makes significant contributions to peacebuilding related to political, economic, and social development.
Violent conflicts have far-reaching consequences, including poverty, displacement, and human suffering. Sweden’s contribution to global efforts for peace and security is crucial in addressing these challenges.
Key Areas of Focus
- Disinformation during conflict
- Migration and forced displacement
- Climate and security
The additional funding will support SIPRI’s efforts in policy-related research, analysis, data, dialogue, and partnerships to promote peace, security, and development. Particular attention is being paid to regions of particular interest to Sweden.
A Global Priority
Minister Dousa emphasized the importance of this funding, stating that “there are a number of reasons why Sweden should contribute to the global efforts for peace and security.” By supporting SIPRI’s research and analysis, Sweden is taking a proactive role in addressing some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Conclusion
In an effort to promote peace and security, Sweden has increased its support for peace research through an additional SEK 14 million funding for SIPRI. This investment underscores Sweden’s commitment to addressing global challenges and promoting peaceful solutions to international conflicts.