China News Service, Berlin, May 16. According to German media reports, German Foreign Minister Belberk said on the 15th that if Finland and Sweden decide to apply to join NATO, the German federal government has made all preparations to quickly approve the two countries to join.
On the same day, the informal NATO foreign ministers' meeting continued to be held in Berlin, Germany.
During the meeting, Bellburke said that NATO is an open alliance, so if the two countries make a decision, "we warmly welcome it."
NATO Deputy Secretary-General Jewana also expressed his belief that NATO allies will view Finland and Sweden's "joint" applications in a constructive way.
It is reported that Finland and neighboring Sweden are close partners of NATO, but are not yet full members.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has triggered the two countries' "joining the treaty" thinking.
On the same day, Finland has officially decided to apply to join NATO, and the paper application is expected to be submitted to NATO headquarters next week.
It is expected that Sweden will follow Finland in formally announcing its application to join NATO.
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