Veterans Day (Veterandagen) is observed in Sweden every May 29 to honor individuals who are or have served in the Swedish Armed Forces, including those who lost their lives during service. This observance aligns with the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, established in 2002, and gained official status in Sweden in 2011. The day is marked by an official commemorative ceremony held in Stockholm, specifically in front of the Maritime Museum and near the memorial for Swedish sailors who died in World War II. The ceremony involves members of the armed forces and is attended by members of the Swedish Royal Family. Sweden's national policy of non-alignment has not prevented its Armed Forces from participating in UN peacekeeping operations, including missions in Afghanistan and Kosovo.