The fact that Finland and Sweden have applied for NATO membership NATO is not a trivial event. It speaks of profound, and probably irreversible, changes in the European security structure. FYNSA organized a webinar on this important topic for its clients, with journalist Magdalena Guzmán.

"After the end of World War II, and following the devastation caused by both wars," Magdalena pointed out, "European countries sought ways to avoid repeating the levels of aggression and destruction experienced in the first half of the twentieth century.. It was 'agreed' (implicitly) that the borders of sovereign countries could not be moved by force. Y work was done on the construction of an institutional order that would allow them to resolve their differences through the proper channels".

"Likewise, the presence of neutral countries played a key role in the stability of the continent, insofar as they played a fundamental balancing role as a point of contact between countries with antagonistic interests. The entry of Sweden and Finland into the transatlantic alliance could mean the dismantling of the last pillar of the 'architecture of peace', a structure that helped to guarantee the security of the continent.The structure that helped guarantee security in Europe, allowing, together with a solid institutional order, years of peace and stability such as have not been seen in Europe for a long time," he added.

He also wondered what would change if Finland and Sweden joined NATO. "It would mean major geopolitical changes. One of the largest military alliances in history would be strengthened, the border between NATO and Russia would be extended by 1300 kilometers, and the Baltic Sea becomes a 'NATO lake,' leaving Russia with no outlet to the Atlantic. "Finland and Sweden could be the tip of an iceberg of fundamental changes in the architecture of Europe,", Magdalena said.

You can watch the webinar HERE.