Joint Viking 2025: 6 March - Integration of Finnish and Norwegian forces

Summary

• What: The integration between the Finnish and the Norwegian Armed forces is an essential part of the joint training during Joint Viking 2025. 
  There will be photo, video and interview opportunities for the media.
• Time: Thursday March 6 at 12:00 PM
• Where: Setermoen, Artillerisletta
• Registration: Media must register here

Press contacts for the Norwegian Armed Forces:

• E-mail: info@mil.no
• Mobile: +47 40 43 80 83

Additional information

Finnish short-range air defense unit (SHORAD) will integrate with the Finnmark Land Command of the Norwegian Armed Forces as part of a joint training exercise within the NATO framework. This collaboration aims to enhance interoperability between Finnish and Norwegian forces, particularly in countering low-altitude air threats in challenging Arctic conditions. The training will focus on combining land maneuvers with air defense capabilities, ensuring that ground forces can effectively operate in environments with aerial threats.

By integrating Finnish air defense assets with Finnmark Land Command, and later with the Brigade Nord, the exercise will provide an opportunity realistic training for both nations. The joint training will simulate real-world scenarios where rapid identification and neutralization of low-flying threats are critical. Additionally, the exercise will strengthen regional security and demonstrate the ability of NATO forces to operate cohesively in northern Europe.

This cooperation reflects Finland's deeper integration into NATO's defense structures following its membership, as well as Norway’s commitment to strengthening allied defense capabilities in the High North region. Through these exercises, both countries will enhance their interoperability within the Nordic armed forces framework, strengthening operational readiness in the region.

Read more about Joint Viking 2025 here.