FSD1170 Finnish Opinions on Security Policy and National Defence 1999: Autumn

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[q1] In your opinion, how well has Finland managed its foreign policy over the past few years?

[q2] In your opinion, should Finland continue its policy of military non-alignment or enter a military alliance?

[q3] If Finland decided to enter a military alliance or seek a closer military cooperation with other countries, what would you see as the best option?

[q4] Is Finland committing itself to NATO membership as a result of its cooperation with NATO at difference levels, thus giving up its policy of military non-alignment?

[q5] If Finland were attacked, should the Finns in all circumstances take up arms in defence of their country, even if the outcome looked uncertain?

[q6] If Finland were attacked, would you be prepared to participate in different defence tasks according to your skills and abilities?

[q7] What is your opinion on the defence forces funding?

[q8] In your opinion, if Finland got involved in a war fought with conventional weapons, how well would it be able to defend itself?

[q9] Do you think Finland should sustain its domestic defence industry?

[q10] (IF Q9=1) How should Finland sustain its domestic defence industry?

[q11] Do you think Finnish defence industry should be allowed to export its products?

[q12] Do you think it is right that Finland participates in such crisis managements operations as was undertaken in Kosovo?

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