President Alexander Stubb has announced that Finland is reassessing its position on the Ottawa Convention, the international treaty banning the use of anti-personnel mines.
President Alexander Stubb has announced that Finland is reassessing its position on the Ottawa Convention, the international treaty banning the use of anti-personnel mines.
Speaking during a morning program on Finland's public broadcaster, President Stubb emphasized the escalating regional security concerns, pointing to Russia as Finland's primary threat.
"The government is reviewing our defense capabilities in light of the current geopolitical climate," Stubb stated, adding that the review includes exploring technological and strategic alternatives to bolster national security.
This development comes amid heightened tensions in the region, with Finland prioritizing measures to adapt its defense strategy to the evolving security environment.
The Ottawa Treaty, formally known as the Mine Ban Treaty, prohibits the use, stockpiling, production, and transfer of anti-personnel mines. Finland ratified the treaty in 2012. However, the government’s review signals a potential shift in its defense policy to address contemporary threats.
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