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  1. Speech by Minister Valtonen at FIIA Forum 2024 20 March 2024 - Finnish Government

    21.3.2024 | Speech by Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen at the FIIA (Finnish Institute of International Affairs) Forum on 20 March 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-minister-valtonen-at-fiia-forum-2024-20-march-2024

  2. Working group appointed to prepare a national mineral strategy - Finnish Government

    20.12.2023 | The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment has appointed a steering group to prepare a minerals strategy in accordance with the Government Programme. Kimmo Tiilikainen, Director General of the Geological Survey of Finland, will chair the steering group. The strategy will be completed at the end of 2024..
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/working-group-appointed-to-prepare-a-national-mineral-strategy

  3. EU lawmakers agree: forced labour products no longer allowed on the EU market - Finnish Government

    5.3.2024 | The European Parliament, the Council and the Commission have reached a provisional political agreement on a proposal for a regulation prohibiting products made with forced labour on the Union market. Each EU institution still needs to adopt the regulation in accordance with its own procedures.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eu-lawmakers-agree-forced-labour-products-no-longer-allowed-on-the-eu-market

  4. Finnish expertise in education and clean energy on agenda during Minister Tavio’s visit to Riyadh - Finnish Government

    23.10.2023 | Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will attend a Future Investment Initiative (FII) conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on 24–26 October.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finnish-expertise-in-education-and-clean-energy-on-agenda-during-minister-tavio-s-visit-to-riyadh

  5. Finnish SMEs and housing companies to benefit from €1 billion in financing for sustainable investments through EIF partnership with eight banks - Finnish Government

    7.6.2024 | The European Investment Fund (EIF) has finalised agreements with eight leading banks and financial institutions in Finland to assist small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), small mid-caps and housing companies. The agreements will facilitate around €1 billion in lending to invest in projects that promote Finland’s climate objectives and environmental sustainability.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/finnish-smes-and-housing-companies-to-benefit-from-1-billion-in-financing-for-sustainable-investments-through-eif-partnership-with-eight-banks

  6. Finland and the United States to intensify cooperation on digitalisation and clean technology - Finnish Government

    13.3.2024 | Finland’s Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will visit Los Angeles on 13–16 March 2024. During his visit, Minister Tavio will sign a letter of intent agreed between the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and the City of Los Angeles on clean transition and digitalisation. The Minister will also present Finnish expertise in clean energy, port security and the games industry.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-and-the-united-states-to-intensify-cooperation-on-digitalisation-and-clean-technology

  7. Commissioner Elisa Ferreira to visit Finland - Finnish Government

    19.9.2023 | EU Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms Elisa Ferreira will visit Finland on 20–22 September. During her visit, Ferreira will meet Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman and attend an event on future EU regional and structural policy in Mikkeli on 21 September. Commissioner Ferreira will also meet Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Anders Adlercreutz.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/commissioner-elisa-ferreira-to-visit-finland

  8. Prime Minister Orpo highlights role of security in the development of the EU - Finnish Government

    12.4.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and other EU Heads of State or Government met for a discussion on the next EU Strategic Agenda on Thursday 11 April in Warsaw. In addition to Orpo, the Prime Ministers of Estonia, Greece, Ireland, Luxembourg, Poland and Spain attended the dinner meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-highlights-role-of-security-in-the-development-of-the-eu

  9. European Union to continue to support Ukraine over the long term - Finnish Government

    27.10.2023 | The European Union will continue to provide strong military, financial, economic and diplomatic support and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine. The EU leaders decided on the matter on the closing day of the European Council held in Brussels on 26–27 October. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo represented Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-union-to-continue-to-support-ukraine-over-the-long-term

  10. Foreign Ministry to support five Finnish higher education institutions in their collaboration with developing countries - Finnish Government

    27.10.2023 | In 2024–2026, the higher education cooperation of Finland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs will prioritise teacher education, climate change and the circular economy, and food security. The Foreign Ministry grants just over EUR 6 million to the seven projects approved for the partnership programme.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-ministry-to-support-five-finnish-higher-education-institutions-in-their-collaboration-with-developing-countries

  11. European Council to focus on high-level EU appointments and the future of the EU - Finnish Government

    25.6.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will attend the European Council in Brussels on 27–28 June. The meeting will focus on Ukraine, the Middle East, security and defence, competitiveness and high-level appointments to EU institutions. The EU leaders will also adopt the Council’s strategic agenda, which will guide the EU’s work over the next few years.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-council-to-focus-on-high-level-eu-appointments-and-the-future-of-the-eu

  12. European Council agrees on high-level appointments and EU’s objectives for the next few years - Finnish Government

    28.6.2024 | At its meeting in Brussels on 27–28 June, the European Council decided on appointments to three high-level roles in EU institutions. The Council proposed that Ursula von der Leyen from Germany continue as President of the Commission, selected Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas as the candidate for High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, and elected former Prime Minister of Portugal António Costa President of the European Council.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-council-agrees-on-high-level-appointments-and-eu-s-objectives-for-the-next-few-years

  13. Ministers Adlercreutz and Roswall: We need to do whatever it takes to boost Europe’s competitiveness - Finnish Government

    25.6.2024 | Europe is facing strong economic headwinds. With vulnerable supply chains, high energy costs, and substantial investments needed to reach net-zero, the EU has reached a point where we cannot afford to ignore our competitiveness problems.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministers-adlercreutz-and-roswall-we-need-to-do-whatever-it-takes-to-boost-europe-s-competitiveness

  14. Finland Pavilion presents solutions to mitigate climate change at Dubai Climate Conference - Finnish Government

    9.11.2023 | For the first time, Finland will have a pavilion of its own at the UN Climate Change Conference, COP28. Finland Pavilion will showcase current perspectives on climate change mitigation and adaptation on the global scale and present clean energy innovations and solutions developed in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-pavilion-presents-solutions-to-mitigate-climate-change-at-dubai-climate-conference

  15. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs outlines Finland’s positions for June European Council - Finnish Government

    26.6.2024 | At its meeting on Wednesday 26 June, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for the European Council in Brussels on 27–28 June and discussed Finland’s priorities regarding the EU’s forthcoming strategy for a preparedness union.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-outlines-finland-s-positions-for-june-european-council

  16. Minister Tavio to lead trade mission to Thailand - Finnish Government

    22.3.2024 | Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will lead a trade mission to Thailand on 24–28 March. He will be accompanied by ten Finnish companies. The mission will focus on circular economy, construction and clean transition solutions.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-tavio-to-lead-trade-mission-to-thailand

  17. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs sets Finland’s EU policy priorities for coming years - Finnish Government

    17.1.2024 | In its meeting on 17 January, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s policy priorities for the 2024–2029 EU parliamentary term. The Committee also discussed the Commission’s proposal to establish a Reform and Growth Facility for the Western Balkans. In addition, the Ministerial Committee outlined Finland’s positions for the two Council meetings taking place next week.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10616/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-sets-finland-s-eu-policy-priorities-for-coming-years

  18. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs sets Finland’s EU policy priorities for coming years - Finnish Government

    17.1.2024 | In its meeting on 17 January, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s policy priorities for the 2024–2029 EU parliamentary term. The Committee also discussed the Commission’s proposal to establish a Reform and Growth Facility for the Western Balkans. In addition, the Ministerial Committee outlined Finland’s positions for the two Council meetings taking place next week.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-sets-finland-s-eu-policy-priorities-for-coming-years

  19. Awareness of progress of biodiversity loss has increased, climate solutions seen as opportunity for Finland - Finnish Government

    17.3.2025 | The impacts of both climate change and biodiversity loss can be seen in the daily lives of most Finns. This is the conclusion to be made from the answers to the 2025 Climate and Nature Barometers. In municipal policy green investments are identified as sources of vitality, but opinions diverge with respect to their environmental impacts. Climate solutions are considered to boost Finland’s competitiveness.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/awareness-of-progress-of-biodiversity-loss-has-increased-climate-solutions-seen-as-opportunity-for-finland

  20. Prime Minister Orpo promotes Finland’s EU policy priorities in Brussels - Finnish Government

    10.9.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo highlighted Finland’s key EU policy priorities in his meeting with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen in Brussels on Tuesday 10 September. Topical EU issues were also on the agenda in Prime Minister Orpo’s discussions with President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-promotes-finland-s-eu-policy-priorities-in-brussels

  21. Minister for Nordic Cooperation Anders Adlercreutz's speech at the Annual Meeting of Heads of Mission 2025 - Finnish Government

    27.8.2025 | "I’m glad to see strong momentum for Nordic cooperation. Our goal is a united and strong Nordic region that benefits us all."
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-nordic-cooperation-anders-adlercreutz-s-speech-at-the-annual-meeting-of-heads-of-mission-2025

  22. Prime Minister Orpo promotes Finland’s EU policy priorities in Stockholm - Finnish Government

    19.1.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen met in Stockholm on Friday 19 January. In the discussions, the prime ministers highlighted issues they would like to see promoted during the next EU parliamentary term.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-promotes-finland-s-eu-policy-priorities-in-stockholm

  23. UN Environment Assembly in Nairobi will focus on comprehensive solutions to global environmental problems - Finnish Government

    23.2.2024 | The world’s highest-level decision-making body for matters related to the environment, the United Nations Environment Assembly UNEA, will convene at its sixth session in Nairobi, Kenya on 26 February–1 March. UNEA-6 will bring UN Member States and representatives of civil society groups, the scientific community and the private sector together to seek solutions to acute environmental challenges. Finland’s UNEA delegation will be led by Minister of Climate and the Environment Kai Mykkänen.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/un-environment-assembly-in-nairobi-will-focus-on-comprehensive-solutions-to-global-environmental-problems

  24. Speech by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at the opening of the COP28 Finland Pavilion - Finnish Government

    1.12.2023 | Action Over Words – Speech by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at the opening of the COP28 Climate Conference Finland Pavilion, 1 December 2023. Subject to changes.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10616/speech-by-prime-minister-petteri-orpo-at-the-opening-of-the-cop28-finland-pavilion

  25. Speech by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at the opening of the COP28 Finland Pavilion - Finnish Government

    1.12.2023 | Action Over Words – Speech by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at the opening of the COP28 Climate Conference Finland Pavilion, 1 December 2023. Subject to changes.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-prime-minister-petteri-orpo-at-the-opening-of-the-cop28-finland-pavilion

  26. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses upcoming European Political Community meeting and informal European Council - Finnish Government

    6.11.2024 | It its meeting on Wednesday 6 November, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for the informal meeting of the members of the European Council on 8 November and the meeting of the European Political Community to be held in connection with it on 7 November. The Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs also discussed the EU’s multiannual financial framework and migration issues.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-upcoming-european-political-community-meeting-and-informal-european-council

  27. Decision of the government budget session on central government R&D funding in 2025

    11.9.2024 | FINNISH GOVERNMENT PO BOX 23, 00023 GOVERNMENT, FINLAND vn.fi/en Tel. +358 295 16001 1(10) Central government R&D funding in 2025 The Government is committed to the national target of increasing Finland’s research and developme (R&D) expenditure t...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/194055633/221331025/Decision+of+the+government+budget+session+on+central+government+R&D+funding+in+2025.pdf/02187c8c-d1f6-190b-14a5-6ecfcf5ccf8c?t=1726060610822

  28. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s Room for Growth project to host discussion event on 19 November - Finnish Government

    15.11.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo has launched the Room for Growth project to come up with ideas for new ways to boost economic growth. As part of the project, a discussion event will be held on Tuesday 19 November at 15.00–16.30 at Aalto University. The event will be streamed live and released as a recording on the government video service.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-press-release-prime-minister-petteri-orpo-s-room-for-growth-project-to-host-discussion-event-on-19-november

  29. 16 EU Member States led by Finland: Bioeconomy must stand out at core of next Commission’s Work Programme - Finnish Government

    26.4.2024 | According to the joint statement of the For Forest group composed of four forested countries of the European Union, a sustainable bioeconomy must be at the core of the next European Commission’s Work Programme. A total of 16 EU Member States have joined the statement of Finland, Sweden, Austria and Slovenia to be discussed at the Agriculture and Fisheries Council on Monday 29 April.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410837/16-eu-member-states-led-by-finland-bioeconomy-must-stand-out-at-core-of-next-commission-s-work-programme

  30. Strong visibility for the Finnish business sector at the UN COP30 Climate Change Conference - Finnish Government

    19.12.2024 | Finland is preparing a country pavilion for the next UN Climate Change Conference to be held in Belém, Brazil, from 10 to 21 November 2025. The Ministry of the Environment and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs support the preparation of the pavilion in cooperation with companies, municipalities, universities and non-governmental organisations.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/strong-visibility-for-the-finnish-business-sector-at-the-un-cop30-climate-change-conference

  31. New heads of mission appointed - Finnish Government

    23.5.2025 | At the presidential session on 23 May, the President of the Republic appointed the following persons to serve as heads of missions: Petri Puhakka, Kathmandu; Kirsikka Lehto-Asikainen, Paris; Eija Rotinen, Bogota; Antti Putkonen, Baghdad; Ville Cantell, Reykjavik; Lasse Keisalo, Lima; Katja Ahlfors, Dakar; Teemu Turunen, London; and Stefan Lindström, Houston. In addition, the President of the Repub...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/new-heads-of-mission-appointed-1

  32. Minister Tavio to visit Vietnam and the Philippines to promote exports - Finnish Government

    18.10.2024 | Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will make an export promotion visit to Vietnam and the Philippines on 21–25 October, accompanied by a business delegation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-tavio-to-visit-vietnam-and-the-philippines-to-promote-exports

  33. Working group proposes solutions for the use of extractive waste - Finnish Government

    5.4.2024 | Extractive waste and other mineral waste account for three quarters of all waste generated annually in Finland. In its final report, the working group exploring ways to utilise extractive waste proposed eight measures to remove obstacles to utilisation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/working-group-proposes-solutions-for-the-use-of-extractive-waste

  34. Prime Minister Orpo and European Council President-elect Costa emphasise determination to overcome challenges facing Europe - Finnish Government

    8.10.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and President-elect of the European Council Antonio Costa met in Helsinki on Tuesday 8 October. In their meeting, they discussed the EU strategic agenda for 2024–2029 and Finland’s objectives for the current EU parliamentary term.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-and-european-council-president-elect-costa-emphasise-determination-to-overcome-challenges-facing-europe

  35. European affairs ministers to discuss Commission work programme and start preparations for European Council - Finnish Government

    24.2.2025 | The EU General Affairs Council (GAC) will meet on Tuesday 25 February in Brussels. Ministers will exchange views on the European Commission’s annual work programme and start preparations for the European Council in March. Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-affairs-ministers-to-discuss-commission-work-programme-and-start-preparations-for-european-council

  36. Prime Minister Orpo and European Council President-elect Costa to meet in Helsinki - Finnish Government

    4.10.2024 | Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and President-elect of the European Council Antonio Costa will meet in Helsinki on Tuesday 8 October.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-and-european-council-president-elect-costa-to-meet-in-helsinki

  37. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses Finland’s priorities for exerting advance influence in the EU in 2025 - Finnish Government

    14.3.2025 | In its meeting on Friday 14 March, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs defined the Government’s main priorities for exerting influence on the European Commission’s work programme for 2025, which was published on 11 February. The Ministerial Committee also discussed the European Commission’s Communication on the Competitiveness Compass and its Vision for Agriculture and Food. In addition, the Ministerial Committee outlined Finland’s positions for four upcoming council meetings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-finland-s-priorities-for-exerting-advance-influence-in-the-eu-in-2025

  38. Speech by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at the AI Action Summit Paris 11 February 2025 - Finnish Government

    11.2.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s Speech at the Action AI Summit Closing Ceremony, Paris 11 February 2025. Check against delivery.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-prime-minister-petteri-orpo-at-the-ai-action-summit-paris-11-february-2025

  39. EU environment ministers prepare for upcoming international environment meetings - Finnish Government

    11.10.2024 | The EU environment ministers will meet in Luxembourg on Monday 14 October. The topics include the negotiation objectives of the EU for both the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP16) in October and UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in November. The ministers will also exchange views on the progress of the UN Plastics Treaty and on the EU Chemicals Strategy. Minister of Climate and the Environment Kai Mykkänen will represent Finland in Luxembourg.   
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/eu-environment-ministers-prepare-for-upcoming-international-environment-meetings

  40. Good results of the EU programming period: Finland made full use of EU regional funding - Finnish Government

    10.2.2025 | The fourth programming period of EU structural funds for Finland ended at the end of last year. Finland made full use of the funding provided by the EU, including additional funding from the EU recovery package. The ‘Sustainable growth and jobs’ programme invested EUR 3 billion in the vitality of Finnish regions to promote the success of companies, RDI activities and citizens.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/good-results-of-the-eu-programming-period-finland-made-full-use-of-eu-regional-funding

  41. Putting Finland on a path to growth

    23.4.2025 | FINNISH GOVERNMENT PO Box 23, FI-00023 Government, Finland vn.fi/en Tel. +358 295 16001 VALTIONEUVOSTO PL 23, 00023 Valtioneuvosto vn.fi p. 0295 16001 1(7) Putting Finland on a path to growth Making Finland the most attractive destination for inve...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/194055633/221331025/Puoliv%C3%A4liriihen+kasvutoimet+23.04.2025_EN.pdf/8c23f188-031d-ccdc-64af-553c6eba685f?t=1745438212736

  42. Opening Remarks by Minister Elina Valtonen at the Helsinki Roundtable on AI and International Security - Finnish Government

    13.3.2025 | Opening Remarks by Minister for Foreign Affairs of Finland Elina Valtonen at the Helsinki Roundtable on AI and International Security at Aalto University on 13 March 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/opening-remarks-by-minister-elina-valtonen-at-the-helsinki-roundtable-on-ai-and-international-security

  43. Project results: There are options other than demolition – we just need to find them - Finnish Government

    24.4.2024 | Demolition constantly threatens many kinds of buildings, including younger and younger ones, when they are no longer in use and the backlog of repairs is growing. In a project completed by the Centre for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment for Häme, case studies show very clearly that in land use planning consideration is not always given to the possibility of preserving the existing building stock.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/project-news-there-are-options-other-than-demolition-we-just-need-to-find-them

  44. EUR 357 million is allocated to support regional growth and vitality - Finnish Government

    6.3.2025 | On 6 March 2025, the Government decided on the allocation of funds under ‘Innovation and Skills in Finland 2021–2027’, the EU’s Regional and Structural Policy Programme, for 2025. At the same time, the Government made decisions on the allocation of funds from the 2021–2027 Interreg programmes for 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eur-357-million-is-allocated-to-support-regional-growth-and-vitality

  45. Prime Ministers of Finland and Spain: European countries need to increase their defence spending - Finnish Government

    12.3.2025 | Boosting assistance to Ukraine and strengthening European defence were key topics on the agenda when Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez met for discussions in Helsinki on Wednesday 12 March. While in Helsinki, Prime Minister Sánchez also met with President of the Republic Alexander Stubb.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-ministers-of-finland-and-spain-european-countries-need-to-increase-their-defence-spending

  46. Finland emphasises key EU policy priorities in letters to Commissioners-designate - Finnish Government

    30.9.2024 | The Finnish Government has sent letters to all European Commissioners-designate. In the letters, Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and the ministers in Government congratulate the Commissioners-designate on their appointment and highlight Finland’s EU policy priorities for 2024–2029. Finland’s main priorities are comprehensive security, strategic competitiveness and the clean transition. The Government emphasi...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-emphasises-key-eu-policy-priorities-in-letters-to-commissioners-designate

  47. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses roadmap for phasing out Russian energy imports, communication on artificial intelligence and migration - Finnish Government

    13.6.2025 | In its meeting on Friday 13 June, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions on the Commission’s plans to phase out energy imports from Russia, the Commission’s communication on artificial intelligence and its proposal regarding the Asylum Procedure Regulation. The Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs also discussed the EU–Mercosur Association Agreement.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-discusses-roadmap-for-phasing-out-russian-energy-imports-communication-on-artificial-intelligence-and-migration

  48. Prime Minister Orpo pays working visit to United Arab Emirates - Finnish Government

    15.1.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo cultivated political and economic relations between Finland and the United Arab Emirates during a working visit on 13–15 January. The programme for his visit included meetings with the President and Prime Minister of the UAE and with several ministers. His visit also coincided with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Finland and the UAE. Prime Minister Orpo was accompanied on the visit by a business delegation put together by Business Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-pays-working-visit-to-united-arab-emirates

  49. New development policy investment strategy emphasises mobilisation of private capital - Finnish Government

    15.5.2025 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs has adopted a development policy investment strategy for 2025–2027. The strategy guides the use of the appropriation allocated to development policy loans and investments in accordance with the Government Report on International Economic Relations and Development Cooperation. The general terms and conditions for development policy loans and investments are published concurrently with the strategy.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/new-development-policy-investment-strategy-emphasises-mobilisation-of-private-capital

  50. Prime Minister Orpo to visit the United Arab Emirates - Finnish Government

    10.1.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will visit the United Arab Emirates on 13–15 January. The United Arab Emirates is a significant geopolitical player in the Gulf region. In addition to economic relations, the visit aims to promote political dialogue between the two countries. This year marks 50 years of diplomatic relations between the United Arab Emirates and Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-to-visit-the-united-arab-emirates

  51. Prime Minister Orpo to meet with presidents of European Commission and Parliament - Finnish Government

    9.9.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will travel to Brussels on Tuesday 10 September. There, he will meet with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, who has been elected to lead the new Commission as well. Prime Minister Orpo will then meet for discussions with President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola, who has also been elected for a new term.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-to-meet-with-presidents-of-european-commission-and-parliament

  52. Entries in the meeting minutes

    29.4.2025 | FINNISH GOVERNMENT PO Box 23, FI-00023 Government, Finland vn.fi/en Tel. +358 295 16001 VALTIONEUVOSTO PL 23, 00023 Valtioneuvosto vn.fi p. 0295 16001 1(11) Government discussions on the General Government Fiscal Plan 22–23 April 2025 Entries in t...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/194055633/221331025/Puoliv%C3%A4liriihi+p%C3%B6yt%C3%A4kirjamerkinn%C3%A4t+23.4.2025_EN.pdf/83adc4bc-64f8-17aa-fe0f-abe693209d02?t=1745913885787

  53. Government submits industrial policy report to Parliament - Finnish Government

    27.3.2025 | The Government submitted to Parliament its report on industrial policy on 27 March 2025. According to the report, Finland must improve the competitiveness of its investment environment by predictable regulation and sufficient incentives. Companies must increase their intangible investments to enhance productivity and the value added. Public funding must be used more efficiently to boost new sectors and diversify the economic structure.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-submits-industrial-policy-report-to-parliament

  54. EU competitiveness ministers to meet in Brussels on 12 March 2025 - Finnish Government

    11.3.2025 | The EU Competitiveness Council (internal market and industry) will meet in Brussels on 12 March 2025. Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eu-competitiveness-ministers-to-meet-in-brussels-on-12-march-2025

  55. Industrial Policy Strategy has been published - Finnish Government

    4.12.2024 | Finland must improve the competitiveness of its investment environment with the help of predictable regulation and sufficient incentives. Companies must increase their intangible investments to enhance the value added and productivity. Public funding must be used more efficiently to boost new sectors and diversify the economic structure.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/industrial-policy-strategy-has-been-published

  56. Minister Mykkänen: Environmental and climate themes high on agenda during visit to China - Finnish Government

    1.11.2024 | Minister of Climate and the Environment Kai Mykkänen stresses that, to reach the global targets, China must be more strongly involved in the environmental and climate work.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/minister-mykkanen-environmental-and-climate-themes-high-on-agenda-during-visit-to-china

  57. UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs HH Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan to meet Foreign Minister Valtonen - Finnish Government

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    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/uae-deputy-prime-minister-and-minister-of-foreign-affairs-hh-sheikh-abdullah-bin-zayed-al-nahyan-to-meet-foreign-minister-valtonen

  58. Finnish defence administration issues sustainability report for 2024 - Finnish Government

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    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finnish-defence-administration-issues-sustainability-report-for-2024

  59. Medium-term Climate Plan circulated for comments - Finnish Government

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    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/medium-term-climate-plan-circulated-for-comments

  60. Minister Tavio to lead trade mission to Singapore and Malaysia - Finnish Government

    13.5.2025 | Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will make an export promotion visit to Singapore and Malaysia on 19–23 May. The Minister will be accompanied by a delegation of some 30 companies.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-tavio-to-lead-trade-mission-to-singapore-and-malaysia