Cooperation is essential for effective security work
Dignitary protection is primarily about planning and applying protection measures. The foundation for this work is laid in the planning. Well-functioning cooperation between the parties involved in this phase increases the chances that the measures will be perceived as smooth, i.e. involving the least possible inconvenience for the protectee.
To achieve the best possible protection, extensive cooperation is necessary between the Security Service and security managers in- the Government Offices;
- the Parliament; and
- the Royal Court Administration.
When a protectee travels abroad, the Security Service interacts with various authorities and organisations in the host country as well as with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs or the Royal Court Administration. Foreign state visits in Sweden are preceded by negotiations handled by the Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
Close and extensive cooperation with police authorities
Some protection measures are the responsibility of the Security Service, while others are the responsibility of other police authorities. Close and extensive cooperation is therefore necessary to ensure secure and smooth running of the various assignments.