H.E. Mr. Jens Stoltenberg
Secretary General
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Your Excellency,
the President of the Republic of Finland has decided to confirm to the North Atlantic Treaty
Organization Finland's interest to accede to the North Atlantic Treaty and in engaging in the
accession talks with NATO. The Parliament of Finland was heard in the process.
I have therefore the honor to convey this interest to you on the behalf of the Government of Finland.
I would also like to confirm that Finland's decision to apply for NATO membership enjoys wide
parliamentary and public support.
Yours sincerely,
Pekka Haavisto
Minister for Foreign Affairs
Finland