Advisory Council on Foreign Affairs

It operates as a consultational organ between the Riksdag and the Government regarding matters of Foreign Affairs.

The Advisory Council on Foreign Affairs was established in 1921 as a result to an amendment to the 1809 Instrument of Government.

If possible, the Government must deliberate with the Council ahead of all major foreign policy decisions.

[3] The Government convenes the meetings of the Advisory Council on Foreign Affairs.

The Government must convene a meeting if at least four of the council's members request discussions on a specific matter.