British News Agency

Finnish President Alexander Stubb recalled that defense cooperation gained significant momentum during the summer after France contributed troops to NATO's forward land forces in Finland.

Drawing attention to the latest developments between the two countries, Stubb said, "Today, we took another step forward with Finland joining France's nuclear deterrence initiative."

Explaining the strategic objectives of the initiative, Stubb said, "This initiative primarily aims to strengthen European security. It reinforces Europe's responsibility for its own defense and helps prevent the escalation of tensions."

Stubb concluded his statement by saying, "The initiative neither duplicates nor replaces NATO's nuclear deterrence. Finland's fundamental approach is to operate within NATO and the European Union."