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Finland inks deal for country's first defence satellites

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Finnish Ministry of Defence has signed a letter of intent with domestic spacetech company Iceye .

The satellites will be equipped with synthetic aperture radar (SAR) technology.

The aim is to enhance the Defence Forces' intelligence and surveillance capabilities from space.

Data from the satellites will also be available to other national authorities.

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