They replied that steps would be taken to match the disbursement with actions to strengthen the capital base; proposals included the use of securities lending and the pledges of shares in order to acquire voting rights of the order of 10 per cent of Antonveneta’s capital; the sale to foreign banks of minority shareholdings in companies controlled by the group for an overall value of around € billion; and additions to the subordinated loans already planned.
SLIDE 5 Ladies and Gentlemen, I have briefly explored how Finland resilience builds on an all-encompassing culture of preparedness, also covering the financial sector. This has allowed us to react swiftly to the changing geopolitical and security situation in Europe, including the decision to apply for NATO membership together with Sweden in May.