In a meeting with Finnish counterpart Elina Valtonen, Wadephul highlighted the need for enhanced collaboration between Germany and Finland in response to ongoing threats from Russia, particularly in areas such as hybrid threats and cybersecurity. He commended Finland’s approach to civil defense, noting its effectiveness in fostering resilience among the population. Additionally, Valtonen defended Finland’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Treaty on anti-personnel mines, asserting that the country remains committed to using such mines solely in wartime contexts.