Sweden has formally decided to apply for NATO membership.
The decision was made on Monday amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The move indicates a major policy shift for Sweden, which has maintained military non-alignment for about 200 years.
Neighboring Finland on Sunday also announced that it will seek to join the military alliance.
The two countries are expected to officially file for NATO membership together soon.
The decision was made on Monday amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The move indicates a major policy shift for Sweden, which has maintained military non-alignment for about 200 years.
Neighboring Finland on Sunday also announced that it will seek to join the military alliance.
The two countries are expected to officially file for NATO membership together soon.
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Summary
Sweden and Finland announce intentions to apply for NATO membership following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, marking a significant policy shift for both countries who have maintained military non-alignment for over 200 years. Both nations are expected to file jointly soon.
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Category ID: nhk
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20220516_34/
Date: May 16, 2022
Created: 2022/05/16 23:13
Updated: 2025/12/09 16:20
Last Read: 2022/05/16 23:13