The Finnish Business and Policy Forum EVA, established in 1974, is a think tank focusing on economic and societal issues in Finland. It conducts research and provides insights into Finland s economy, society, and position in global affairs. EVA describes itself as aiming to “stimulate public debate and contribute to informed decision-making by producing studies, surveys, and analyses on various topics, including economic policies, business trends, and societal values.” After Finland joined the EU, EVA was being dismantled as the “world seemed ready,” but it was rejuvenated after 9/11 “to address the changing global landscape.”
Finnish, Swedish and Ukrainian troops will be among 15,000 soldiers taking part in joint NATO exercises simulating a Russian attack on Estonia, just 40 miles from the closest Russian base.