Biden to host Sweden, Finland leaders on NATO applications
WASHINGTON – US President Joe Biden will host Swedish Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson and Finland’s President Sauli Niinisto regarding their bid to join NATO, according to the White House.
During the meeting, “the leaders will discuss Finland’s and Sweden’s NATO applications and European security, as well as strengthening our close partnerships across a range of global issues and support for Ukraine,” it said.
Sweden’s government signed a formal request to join NATO on Tuesday, while Finland’s parliament is expected to hold a vote later in the day on the country’s application for NATO membership.
For any new member to join NATO, all of its members must unanimously agree.