Finland became the thirteenth country to join the Tallinn Mechanism, an international initiative that helps Ukraine strengthen its cyber resilience and digital security.
“Finland is a reliable friend and a key partner of Ukraine. The country consistently provides military and humanitarian support and actively helps us enhance our digital resilience. Finland’s accession to the Tallinn Mechanism is a natural continuation of this cooperation and a significant contribution to joint cyber resilience. We are grateful to our Finnish partners for their consistent and systematic support, which helps Ukraine become stronger in the conditions of full-scale war,” said Mykhailo Fedorov, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine.
Finland has extensive expertise in digital governance, cybersecurity, and critical infrastructure protection. Its participation in the Tallinn Mechanism will strengthen international cooperation against cyber threats and create new opportunities for sharing technological solutions and experience.
“Ukraine demonstrates an impressive ability to protect civil infrastructure, government institutions, and businesses from cyberattacks. By joining the Tallinn Mechanism, Finland becomes part of a community of like-minded partners that help enhance Ukraine’s cyber defense and resilience while strengthening its own role as a reliable player in international cyber diplomacy,” said Elina Valtonen, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Finland.
Additionally, Finland’s involvement in the Tallinn Mechanism opens new opportunities for Finnish technology companies to collaborate with Ukrainian partners.
“Uninterrupted access to government services, information, and digital platforms is vital for Ukrainians. Through the Tallinn Mechanism, Finland not only supports Ukraine’s digital resilience but also creates opportunities for Finnish companies in cybersecurity to share their experience and participate in joint projects,” added Ville Tavio, Minister for Foreign Trade and Development of Finland.
The Tallinn Mechanism was established in 2023. Since then, dozens of initiatives have been implemented to strengthen Ukraine’s cyber resilience. Countries that have already joined include the United Kingdom, Denmark, Estonia, Italy, Canada, the Netherlands, Germany, Norway, Poland, the United States, France, and Sweden. The European Union, NATO, and the World Bank participate as official observers.
“The Tallinn Mechanism is an international initiative coordinating support to strengthen Ukraine’s cyber resilience. Finland’s accession is a strong signal of solidarity and strategic support in cyberspace. The country has advanced technological expertise and a high level of cyber culture, and its participation strengthens our joint potential, opening new opportunities for knowledge exchange and the development of innovative solutions. Together, we are setting new standards of digital security for the entire democratic world,” emphasized Valeria Ionan, Advisor to the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine on innovation, digitalization, and global partnerships.
The Tallinn Mechanism Project Office (TMPO) in Kyiv coordinates activities and promotes cooperation between Ukrainian institutions and international partners. TMPO was established with the support of the Estonian Centre for International Development (ESTDEV) and EU CyberNet. Its creation was initiated by the Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine. The office also cooperates with the State Service of Special Communications, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, the SSU, and the National Coordination Center for Cybersecurity.
