Sweden has announced its intention to take on the role of framework nation in NATO’s enhanced forward presence in Finland. This decision, welcomed by Finland’s Minister of Defence, Antti Häkkänen, marks a new phase in strengthening defense relations between the Nordic countries. Finland joined NATO in 2023, followed by Sweden in 2024, amid heightened tensions caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Read more.
| This initiative significantly enhances the defense relationship between Finland and Sweden, now both NATO allies (Picture source: UK MoD) |