Brazil’s Minister of Defence visits Finland

Brazil's Minister of Defence José Mucio Monteiro Filho will meet with Finland’s Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen in Helsinki on 8 June.

During the working visit, Finland’s Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen and Brazil's Minister of Defence José Mucio Monteiro Filho will discuss bilateral defence cooperation, the global defence policy situation and Finland’s concept for comprehensive security.

Finland and Brazil signed a statement of intent concerning defence industry cooperation and technology during the visit.

“Brazil’s strong defence industry expertise is an excellent starting point for deeper cooperation. Promoting defence materiel cooperation between our countries will provide new export opportunities for Finland’s defence industry and technology companies,” said Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen.

During the working visit Minister of Defence Mucio will also meet with representatives of Finnish defence companies.

Inquiries: Markus Rahja, Senior Specialist, Ministry of Defence, tel. +358 295 140 096.