A Scandinavian navy for expeditionary and home defence roles

What should a Scandinavian navy prioritize if it had to build its own force?

Pair larger frigates for allied operations with submarines, Visby-like vessels, and attack aircraft for home defence and sea denial.

A Norwegian-style navy has to separate global commitments from defence of the Scandinavian approaches. Larger frigates comparable in role to Danish expeditionary ships would give the country a force it could offer to allies beyond home waters. Conventional submarines and Visby-like stealthy surface craft would make a hostile approach to the coast more dangerous. Capable land-based attack aircraft would add another mobile layer of local sea denial. Different platforms can serve alliance commitments and home defence. A balanced small navy can contribute internationally without sacrificing the forces best adapted to its own geography.