During a state visit, Finnish First Lady Suzanne Innes-Stubb was presented with a rare glimpse into the past at the Bernadotte Library within the Royal Palace, where she saw a 1663 map book depicting her hometown as it appeared 361 years ago.

The visit, which also included a tour of Sven-Harry's Art Museum displaying works by Finnish artist Fanny Churberg and Swedish landscape painter Carl-Fredrik Hill, highlighted the role of culture and art in strengthening international relations.

This cultural exchange comes amidst discussions on defense, cooperation, and NATO, underscoring the diverse ways through which countries can forge strong ties.

Suzanne Innes-Stubb, born in England and a resident of Finland for over 15 years, boasts an impressive career in law, holding a master's degree in EU law.