Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding Sweden’s and Finland’s applications to join NATO (19.05.2022)

Greece welcomes the historic decision of Finland and Sweden to submit their applications to join NATO.

The accession of two additional European partners, with deep-rooted democratic traditions and respect for International Law to the NATO family, will further strengthen Europe's collective security, our unity, and the consolidation of shared values.

We hope for the speedy completion of the accession process and look forward to cooperating with both countries as new Allies in NATO.