Helsinki Security Forum brings together decision-makers and experts to discuss pressing security issues. Organised by @fiia_fi. Next: #HSF2027
Helsinki, Finland
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An incredible few days at @HelSecForum 🤝 As proud sponsors, we connected with leaders and policymakers dedicated to a safer and more secure Europe and took part in the “Ramping Up European Defense” panel. We look forward to building on these important discussions. 🛡️
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🇪🇺🇺🇸 GMF’s @ClaudMajor joined the @HelSecForum this weekend to explore the deterrence, defense, leadership, and power dynamics shaping Europe’s evolving security strategy.
Reflecting on a future in which Europe assumes greater responsibility for its own security, Major noted: “Europeans will be worse off because with a big political, military, nuclear, strategic ally we are stronger...the DNA of European defense is deeply American, so we have to change our DNA.”
🔗 Watch the panel: bit.ly/4y2aCS2
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An incredible few days at @HelSecForum 🤝 As proud sponsors, we connected with leaders and policymakers committed to a safer Europe and joined the “Ramping Up European Defense” panel. We look forward to continuing these important conversations. 🛡️
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The fifth annual @HelSecForum is now behind us.✨
As a long-term supporter of the forum, Patria was proud to be strongly represented throughout the event. On Friday, our President and CEO, Panu Routila, joined the panel discussion “Ramping up Defence in Europe”. The discussion explored how closer cooperation and a stronger industrial base can help strengthen Europe's defence capabilities.
On Saturday, Patria and @Navyfi hosted a capability showcase for forum participants. Visitors had the opportunity to take a closer look at Patria AMV XP and Patria 6x6 vehicles, as well as seeing the Patria TREMOS mortar system. Participants also had the chance to visit the Hamina-class missile boat Pori, whose mid-life upgrade was led by Patria.
A heartfelt thank you to the organisers and all participants for three inspiring days in Helsinki.
📸: Roni Rekomaa / @FIIA_fi
#PatriaGroup #whenifisnotanoption #HSF2026
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That’s a wrap on the 5th annual Helsinki Security Forum! 🎆
Thank you to our speakers, moderators, guests, partners and everyone who followed the discussions online.
📺 Missed a session? Watch the recordings on YouTube: piped.video/playlist?list=PL…
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Great chatting with @kimdozier at the Helsinki Security Forum.
Across the board, Finland is embracing NATO 3.0 and stepping up as a model ally thanks to the leadership of @AlexStubb.
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No better place than the Helsinki Security Forum by @FIIA_fi and @HiskiHaukkala to discuss the ideas of my book with a Finnish audience - moderated by the wonderful @MarcoSiddi 👇 germanyrearmed.com
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The last day of #HSF2026 starts NOW!
From 9:00 to 13:00, the final discussions of this year’s forum turn to Russia, the United States, middle powers and the resilient state.
🔴 Join us for the final sessions live: helsinkisecurityforum.fi
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Today, HSF guests got a look at the expertise of some of our partners through excursions to:
⚓ @group_patria and the Finnish Navy’s capability showcase
📡 @Nokia Executive Experience Centre
🚢 Helsinki Shipyard
Thank you to our partners for helping make #HSF2026 possible.
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Iryna Terekh @FirePointUA at #HSF2026: when it comes to military innovation, there's a lot we can learn from Ukrainian institutions' collaboration and agility.
Watch the full discussion: piped.video/watch?v=9GbJwjV9…
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Europe's security architecture is evolving. Technology is the driving force and sovereignty requires competitiveness. These were key themes at yesterday’s @HelSecForum where I shared the stage with @iceye_global’s @rmodrzewski and @KirsiHeikel from @business. As physical AI and autonomous systems reshape defense, it’s clear that strengthening security requires sovereign connectivity. #DefenseTech #Connectivity
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Our @FIIA_fi annual @HelSecForum discussions are continuing today.
Looking foward to lively debates about future of European security, NATO, the Finnish elections impact on foreign policy and energy security with top experts.
Follow the stream here:
helsinkisecurityforum.fi/
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Day 2 of the fifth annual Helsinki Security Forum is here! #HSF2026
Tune in for discussions on European security and NATO, energy, environmental crises, and more: piped.video/live/TxKCkHdCXwU…
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Such an honour to have President Zelenskyy join our Opening Ceremony. Watch the conversation: piped.video/mHjR25v7H1Y?si=b1uu…
I took part in the Helsinki Security Forum together with the Presidents of Finland and Moldova – Alexander Stubb and Maia Sandu. Thank you for the invitation. It is important that Ukraine is represented at this forum, because the Russian threat is not just about Ukraine, but about the security of all of Europe. And we are ready to share our experience and how to defend ourselves.
I spoke about the priority areas for strengthening security. In the face of any threats, we strengthen both the EU and NATO. Today, our data centers, mobile communications, logistics, and railways are being attacked. This is hybrid warfare. The sea is being blocked. All of these are challenges. And although I would not wish this experience on anyone, Ukraine has it because of the war. Above all, this is why we need ongoing dialogue at different levels – to become stronger together.
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🇱🇹 Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys met in Helsinki with 🇫🇮 FM @ElinaValtonen, 🇺🇸 Under Sec @ThomasDiNanno, & addressed @HelSecForum:
Expanding LT-FI security & deftech ties;
EU defense must reinforce, not duplicate NATO
Grateful for U.S. presence expanding to 2 battalions in 🇱🇹
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President @alexstubb at #HSF2026: the more Russia intimidates, the more we support Ukraine.
Watch the full recordings of #HSF2026 Opening Session: piped.video/playlist?list=PL…
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The Helsinki Security Forum 2026 explores the new security setting and Europe's future in a changing world.
Programming runs through this weekend, Oct 2–4 in Helsinki. Find the schedule and livestream via @HelSecForum's official website: helsinkisecurityforum.fi/
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Looking forward to #HSF2026 ! We wrote to the HSF report with @NHelwig , analyzing a scenario involving a Russian provocation against a European NATO member. You can read the piece titled ”Europe rearms - but is it ready to act?” here:
helsinkisecurityforum.fi/wp-…
#HSF2026 begins at 15:00 with the Opening Ceremony, featuring honoured guests:
Presidents @alexstubb, @sandumaiamd, virtual conversation with President @ZelenskyyUa, and Foreign Ministers @elinavaltonen and @BudrysKestutis.
🔴 Livestream: helsinkisecurityforum.fi/
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Moldova's EU accession is a security investment for Europe. That was my message at the Helsinki Security Forum.
A European Moldova secures 1,222 km of Ukraine's south-western flank and the EU's eastern border. Thank you, @alexstubb and @DSORennie, for a good conversation.
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Helsinki Security Forum on hieno turvallisuuspoliittisen keskustelun foorumi.
Keskustelimme Moldovan presidentti Maia Sandun kanssa Moldovan EU-polusta, Ukrainan tilanteesta ja jälleenrakentamisesta sekä Venäjän hybridivaikuttamisesta.
Ukrainan rajanaapurina Moldova näkee Venäjän hyökkäyssodan seuraukset läheltä.
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