People urged to work together for Finland´s security

President Sauli Niinistö and the chairs of the political parties elected to Parliament on Monday at a meeting reviewed the security situation of the country and urged the people to work together in this regard.

The meeting also adopted a joint statement expressing profound concern at the Russia´s action in Ukraine, said the President Office in a press release.

“The war in Ukraine and Russia’s actions in Ukraine are of deep common concern to us. We condemn all war crimes and demand that they be investigated and the perpetrators brought to justice. The civilians who were the victims of the crimes deserve justice,” the joint statement said.

The statement also said that Finland’s security must be ensured jointly and resolutely. At the same time, it is important that close contact and communication between Finland and Sweden is maintained.

“We invite all people living in Finland to work together for the security of our country. It is everyone’s responsibility to avoid animosity and confrontation in Finland,” the statement added.