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How did Finland’s stance on NATO change during Alexander Stubb’s political career?

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Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Finland applied for NATO membership and became a full member in April 2023, ending its tradition of military neutrality. Finland’s accession to NATO added its standing army of nearly 280,000 (with a reserve of 900,000) to guard its 830-mile (1,340-km) border with Russia.