Hostile Information Campaigns, Democracy and Free Expression in Finland

BY: Joy Hyvarinen

After Ukraine, Finland joins NATO due to Russia threat. Balancing defense and freedom of expression crucial.

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Deliberate false info spreads, weakens states, targets democracy. Disinfo misinfo differ. True info can mislead.

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Russia, China identified by Finnish intel as major state influence threats, Finland readies with EU-NATO cooperation.

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AI amplifies threats. Countering challenges free speech. EU actions on Russian media sparked censorship concerns.

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Finland's 2023 elections led to new government facing challenges, racism scandals, and potential influence risks.

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Calls for resignations, criticism over coalition with Finns Party spark racism debate and free speech controversy.

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Media spotlight on extreme views fuels division, enabling hostile actors to exploit and deepen societal conflicts.

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Freedom of expression is vital for national security, protecting democracy, but can be exploited by hostile actors.

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