In a recent interview, Stubb advocates for a more fair and responsive U.N. structure, pushing for an increase in permanent members and the removal of individual veto power. His proposals aim to give more representation to regions like Latin America, Africa, and Asia, emphasizing the importance of global south countries in shaping global governance.
Stubb specifically calls out illegal wars, pointing to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and urges for action at the upcoming U.N. General Assembly. He voices support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and urges Western nations to provide military aid to Ukraine without restrictions.
On a different note, Ähtäri zoo in Finland announces the early return of giant pandas to China due to rising costs, posing financial challenges exacerbated by the pandemic. The decision reflects the zoo’s financial strain and unsuccessful revenue generation from the pandas.
Further, Karelian Diamond Resources is making progress in finding the source of a rare green diamond in Finland, showcasing promising developments in the country’s diamond industry. The company is strategizing winter drilling programs following positive findings from excavations.
Former Finnish Prime Minister Mari Kiviniemi warns against the negative impact of EU-China tensions, stressing the importance of dialogue to prevent damaging effects on the global economy. Lastly, Estonia and Finland collaborate on maritime defense strategies in the Gulf of Finland to address potential threats, aligning with broader Baltic Sea security measures.