Swedish Trust Barometer 2026: NATO confidence slides amid "Greenland Crisis" while Monarchy hits record highs

Sweden's 2026 Trust Barometer reveals a 10% drop in NATO confidence amid a Greenland-related alliance crisis, while trust in the Royal Family hits record highs.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 6, 2026, 10:10 AM EST

Source: The information in this article was sourced from AA

NATO's diplomatic blow

According to the 2026 Trust Barometer, public confidence in NATO has dropped to 47%, down from 57% in the previous year. Analysts suggest this decline is a direct result of an intense and unprecedented "NATO crisis" that occurred during the survey period. Björn Rönnstrand of the Swedish Media Academy noted that a military and diplomatic conflict between two unnamed NATO allies over Greenland has severely tarnished the alliance's image in Sweden. Despite the dip, NATO remains more trusted than many domestic political institutions, maintaining a ranking alongside the UN.

A surge in institutional traditionalism

In contrast to the international alliance, Swedish domestic and traditional institutions are seeing a resurgence in public favor.

The Police: Remain the most trusted institution in the country at 75%.

The Armed Forces: Confidence holds steady at 69%, reflecting a continued focus on national defense.