The research network coordinated by FIIA aims to advance research on European security, the security order, and the OSCE, both in Finland and across Europe.
The Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe, established in Helsinki in 1975, has played a crucial role in advancing European security. Following the end of the Cold War, the conference was institutionalised as an official organisation. During this process, participating states reaffirmed the OSCE’s principles, anchored in the UN Charter, and the commitments made within the organisation’s framework. The OSCE has, in part, strengthened Europe’s rules-based security order.
Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has led to the erosion of Europe’s rules-based security order, including multilateral agreements and institutions. In response, preliminary discussions have begun in Europe about the future security order, including the role of the OSCE.
The research network seeks to provide insights into Europe’s security order and contribute to the development of the OSCE. The network organises research meetings for its members, as well as open seminars. The project began on May 1, 2024, and will continue until April 31, 2025. The goal is to ensure the network’s activities continue even after the project ends. From FIIA, the project involves Programme Director Juha Jokela, Leading Researcher Sinikukka Saari, Research Fellow Tyyne Karjalainen, and Senior Specialist Maija Salonen.
