Science and technology ideas are being floated after a meeting between Department of Homeland Security Deputy Secretary John K. Tien and Finland Interior Minister Krista Mikkonen late last month.
Tien and Mikkonen met Jan. 31 and agreed to continued cooperation to provide stability and security to citizens in both countries, according to a Feb. 1 DHS news release.
"A new framework regarding science and technology cooperation in homeland and civil security matters between the Department of Homeland Security and the Ministry of the Interior is being discussed," the news release said.
Among other things, both delegations affirmed their commitment to continued "to counter shared security threats, including those emanating from Russia's unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression against Ukraine," the news release said. The delegates also discussed various current and emerging issues, including cyber-attacks, foreign interference and domestic terrorism.
Both sides agreed to sharing experiences and best practices about such challenges, and to explore enhanced cooperation in the Arctic region, in addition to emphasizing the importance of ensuring internal security and maintaining robust resilience in both countries, according to the release.
Tien and Mikkonen emphasized the significance of maintaining stability and security for citizens in both countries and pledged to continue to work together toward addressing shared security threats for Finland and the U.S., the release reported. The two also discussed the joint statement signed between the two countries in 2016.
