The fact that Finland and Sweden have applied for NATO membership is no trivial matter. 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 after 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 20th century. It was 'agreed' (implicitly) that the borders of sovereign countries could not be moved by force. And work was done to build 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 guarantee security in Europe, allowing, together with a solid institutional order, years of peace and stability such as had not been seen in Europe for a long time," he added.

He also wondered what would change if Finland and Sweden join NATO. "It will 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