LIVE: Something Old, Something New, Something Blue & Yellow – Perceptions of NATO in Europe

The Ulkopolitist

How do young security policy experts view NATO's role in Europe today? What shifts are currently taking place within the alliance’s Northern and Eastern flanks, and how is the war in Ukraine influencing these perspectives? In this episode, emerging voices from Finland, Latvia and Ukraine dive into NATO's evolving significance, blending historical perspectives with contemporary challenges. Panelists include Joel Linnainmäki (FIIA), Veronika Melkozerova (POLITICO Europe), Heljä Ossa (LSE) and Tomass Pildegovičs (Latvian MFA). Moderated by Annastina Haapasaari (The Ulkopolitist) and Anni Lindgren (FIIA), the discussion was recorded at the Helsinki Security Forum in late September 2024.