Finland's objectives for the EU parliamentary term 2024–2029
Key objectives of Finland's EU policy for 2024–2029 are strengthening Europe’s strategic competitiveness, improving comprehensive security in Europe and promoting a clean transition and the bioeconomy and circular economy.
Strengthening Europe’s strategic competitiveness
The EU’s strategic competitiveness over the long term should be based on developing the Union’s strengths and implementing market-based solutions. A well-functioning single market plays a key role in this work. It is important for each Member State to bear responsibility for the sustainability of its public finances.
Improving comprehensive security in Europe
The European Union must become a stronger geopolitical player. Finland’s comprehensive security and approach to security of supply help strengthen the Union's resilience to crises. Finland is in favour of deepening defence cooperation and establishing a single market for defence materiel, for instance. The EU must continue its strong support for Ukraine. The EU must secure its strong external borders while preventing the instrumentalisation of migration.
Promoting a clean transition and the bioeconomy and circular economy
The EU must continue its measures to combat climate change and support biodiversity in a way that takes into account the different circumstances in the Member States. The clean transition will be implemented cost-effectively using a technology-neutral approach. Measures to improve energy efficiency should focus on reducing emissions rather than limiting consumption.
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Publications on EU matters in the Institutional Repository for the Government (Finnish and Swedish)
Publications on EU matters are available for downloading in the Institutional Repository for the Government (Finnish and Swedish).