Finnish Air Force Modernisation Plans

摘要

Separated by a 1,300 km long border, Finland has lived with the permanent presence of its Russia neighbour Russia for decades. But unlike other European nations that share similiar airs pace environments, neutral or non-aligned Finland is not a NATO member. However, Finland is a member of the European Union and one of NATO's Enhanced Opportunities Partners. Together with its Baltic neighbour Sweden, however, Helsinki has searched increased political proximity to the Alliance in recent years, while the Finnish Government is still balancing a fine line between membership and Putin's empire. Against this background, the 5,5 million nation's leadership is close to decide on a considerable US$ 10 bn. renewal of its fleet of fighter aircraft.