Issues that are dealt with by a committee composed for the purpose are primarily decisions about Swedish participation in international initiatives.
According to the regeringsformen (Government Act), Chapter 15, §16 requires the consent of the Riksdag in order for a Swedish armed force to be sent abroad.
[1][2] Following a proposal from the government, it is thus the Riksdag that ultimately decides on this after consideration of the issue in a composite committee.
[4][5] The committee was set up temporarily to deal with issues concerning Swedish and international security policies.
The security policy orientation for the period 2016–2020 was also discussed by a composite committee in connection with the most recent defence decision.