Following today's signing of the Protocols to the North Atlantic Treaty on the Accession of Finland and Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and Norway are ready to submit their instruments of ratification to the Government of the United States of America. This will ensure that Denmark, Iceland and Norway will quickly complete their national ratification processes.
This simultaneous step follows the joint statement of the prime ministers of Denmark, Iceland and Norway of May 16, 2022. It is a signal of unanimous Nordic support for the accession of Finland and Sweden to NATO. It is also a testimony to the deep mutual ties and close relations between the Nordic countries. It is also an expression of their joint commitment to defend the fundamental values underlying cooperation within the Alliance.
Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen notes:
“Today is a historic day and I am very happy to welcome Finland and Sweden to NATO. The unification of all Nordic countries within NATO will strengthen the security of the entire Alliance. We support Finland and Sweden and our security guarantees until they become NATO members, and I strongly encourage everyone allies for swift ratification. "
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Katrín Jakobsdóttir notes:
“I welcome the membership of Finland and Sweden in NATO. I firmly believe that their solid commitment to human rights and the rule of law, democratic traditions and strong social commitment will be important to the alliance. "
Jonas Gahr Støre notes:
“We have an even stronger alliance in Europe with Sweden and Finland in NATO. It has never been more important. It also means a safer and stronger Nordic region. "
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