After decades of going it alone in security issues, Finns are finding that life in a large alliance is complex, expensive and deeply political.
Tag: Nordic Countries
Turkey Clears the Way for Finland and Sweden to Join NATO
The historic deal underscored how the war in Ukraine has backfired for Russia, which has tried to weaken the Atlantic alliance.
Do Swedish People Feed Their Guests?
After a Reddit post brought an unusual Swedish dining custom to light, Nordic people are trying to explain why they won’t share the pickled herring.
Finland Moves to Join NATO, Upending Putin’s Ukraine War Aims
Neutral Finland’s leaders unequivocally said they intended to seek membership in the alliance, with Sweden expected to do the same, inviting new threats from Moscow.
Sweden Announces an End to Covid Restrictions, Joining Other European Countries
Denmark, Norway and others have also been changing their approaches to the pandemic and scrapping many safety protocols.
Finland Is Again the World’s Happiest Country, Report Finds
Finland, for the fourth consecutive year, topped a list of countries evaluated on the well-being of their inhabitants. “Really?” Finns ask.
Smile? The Results From the 2020 World Happiness Report Are In
The Finns, known for downplaying their emotions, are the happiest people in the world. Do they have something to teach us about how to respond to the pandemic?
Sweden Provides Some Perspective on Women and Equality
Swedish women have achieved near parity with men in government. But gains have slowed, and there are some cautionary tales.