defence pact

Helsinki, July 2 (IANS) The Finnish parliament has approved the Defence Cooperation Agreement (DCA) with the US, announced the parliament. According to Finnish national broadcaster Yle, under the agreement, Finland will open 15 of its military bases for potential use by the military forces of the US and will also allow the US to bring defence equipment, supplies, materials, and soldiers to Finland, reports Xinhua news agency. In addition, the agreement will authorize the establishment of certain military zones, which will include facilities accessible only to the personnel of the US. The agreement creates a framework for the activities of…