The latest poll by Helsingin Sanomat reveals that support for Alexander Stubb (NCP) has decreased by three percentage points to 54 per cent, whereas support for Pekka Haavisto (Greens) has increased by three points to 46 per cent.
As Finland s presidential election heads to a decisive second round, the focus is increasingly turning to how foreign policy, particularly relations with China, will shape under the new leadership. The two contenders, Pekka Haavisto and Alexander Stubb, both experienced politicians with distinct viewpoints, present different paths for Finland s engagement with the global superpower.
Finland will extend the closure of its border with Russia by four weeks until Feb. 11, the ministry of interior said on Thursday, confirming earlier reports that all crossings would remain shut. Read more at straitstimes.com.