India’s International Influence on Russia’s Ukraine Policy

• Finland Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen suggests India should use its international influence to influence Russia to change course on Ukraine.
• Valtonen advocates for India’s support for Ukraine’s Peace Formula, a peace plan based on respecting the UN Charter and key principles of international law.
• She emphasizes the need for all parties, including India, to use their international clout to influence Russia to respect the UN Charter.
• Valtonen also highlights Finland’s sanctions on Russia, stating that Russia has violated the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity enshrined in the UN Charter.
• Valtonen denies any political asylum request from former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and states that all applications are processed according to relevant laws and regulations.
• She also highlights India’s role as a partner country in Finland’s Talent Boost programme for 2023–2027, aiming to attract foreign workforce and combat work-based exploitation.
• Valtonen emphasizes the importance of ethical employment and compliance with Finland’s laws and regulations in recruitment and employment relationships.
• She also highlights Finland’s reputation as the world’s happiest nation, citing its society built on equality, trust, and personal freedom.