Finland moves rapidly to join Nato
Manchester Evening News|May 13, 2022
FINLAND’S president and prime minister have said they are in favour of rapidly applying for Nato membership “without delay,” paving the way for the alliance to expand amid Russia’s war in Ukraine.
Finland moves rapidly to join Nato

The dramatic move by Finland was announced by President Sauli Niinisto and Prime Minister Sanna Marin.

It means that Finland is all but certain to join Nato, though a few steps remain before the application process can begin.

Neighbouring Sweden is expected to decide on joining Nato in the coming days.

This story is from the May 13, 2022 edition of Manchester Evening News.

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