World"Security cannot be built on a weapon that kills indiscriminately, that remains in the ground long after the conflict has ended and that specifically maims civilians".

SwedenKarlis Neretnieks believes that Sweden must follow Finland's lead - and that today's anti-personnel mines cannot be compared to those that kill thousands of civilians around the world every year.

World“With this decision, we are sending a clear message: Our countries are prepared and can use every necessary measure to defend our territory and freedom", it stated.

SwedenWants to leave international agreements banning the use of the controversial weapons.