Finland's Prime Minister warns of heightened Russian sabotage and debates pension age hike

During Yle's morning program, Prime Minister Petteri Orpo warned that Russian sabotage operations have become more frequent and are intended to undermine European and Western societies that support Ukraine. He emphasized that such actions will not affect everyday Finns. The government is considering raising the minimum retirement age to 70, a move Orpo described as unrealistic if implemented quickly.

He assured that current retirees' benefits will not be cut, and suggested financing reforms by eliminating unpaid periods like study or unemployment, extending careers, and strengthening pension administration. Orpo also called for international regulation of artificial intelligence and highlighted that the state bureaucracy and health-social services have grown too large. Finally, he shared his views on U.S. sanctions against Russia.