Current issues
The Government’s actions have a significant impact on the everyday lives of Finnish people and on society as a whole. The ministries communicate openly about the preparation of matters, the decision-making process and the effects of decisions. The Government and its ministries usually communicate about important issues at least through a press release.
Government budget session 2025
The Government discussed the budget proposal for 2026 on 1 and 2 September 2025 in the Government Banquet Hall.
Proposal for 2026 Budget submitted to Parliament | Press release 22 September 2025 Orpo Government: Government’s decisions support emerging economic growth | Press release 2 September 2025 Press conference on the 2025 budget session | Government video service Photos of the 2025 budget session | Flickr
Security situation
Finland’s security environment changed when Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022. Finland is not facing an immediate military threat, but the Government and the authorities are continuously monitoring the situation and assessing how it may evolve. Finland is well prepared for different kinds of crises and incidents.
Finland supports Ukraine Situation at Finland’s eastern border Finland and the Ottawa Convention