Government Communications Department
30.9.2022
Press release
In their meeting on Friday 30 September, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine and the security situation in Europe.
The Committee was also briefed on topical NATO matters and the progress of Finland’s membership process.
In addition, the Committee discussed the foreign policy aspects of the border fence proposed for the border between Russia and Finland.
Inquiries: Piritta Asunmaa, Director General, tel. +358 295 350 353, Marja Liivala, Director General, tel. +358 295 351 727, Ministry for Foreign Affairs; Janne Kuusela, Director General, tel. +358 295 140 300, Ministry of Defence.