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  1. European Commission supports free media - Finnish Government

    16.9.2022 | On 16 September 2022, the European Commission published a proposal for a Media Freedom Act (MFA). The aim of the Act is to harmonise the legal framework of EU Member States in the media sector to enhance the functioning of the internal market and to promote media freedom.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/european-commission-supports-free-media-1833416

  2. Minister Mykkänen to attend IAEA General Conference in Vienna - Finnish Government

    26.9.2023 | Minister of Climate and the Environment Kai Mykkänen will attend the General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on 27 September 2023. The Conference will be held in Vienna this week. Mykkänen will deliver Finland’s national statement at the Conference on Wednesday.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-mykkanen-to-attend-iaea-general-conference-in-vienna

  3. European Court of Human Rights delivers judgment on case concerning right to fair hearing - Finnish Government

    9.11.2023 | On 9 November 2023, the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) delivered a judgment on a case concerning the right to a fair hearing. The Court ruled that there had been no violation of Article 6 of the European Convention on Human Rights (right to a fair hearing).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-court-of-human-rights-delivers-judgment-on-case-concerning-right-to-fair-hearing

  4. Study: Finland’s spending limits system needs a reform, as the current rules do not function effectively in unexpected crises - Finnish Government

    5.4.2023 | The regulatory framework of Finland's fiscal policy has faced several crises that have revealed its ineffectiveness in dealing with unexpected situations. The system should be reformed and its operating model clarified, finds a recent study conducted by the Research Institute of the Finnish Economy (ETLA) for the Government. According to the researchers, the budgetary framework should distinguish between the operating procedures for normal economic cycles and exceptional crises.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/study-finland-s-spending-limits-system-needs-a-reform-as-the-current-rules-do-not-function-effectively-in-unexpected-crises

  5. Sami Truth and Reconciliation Commission to continue its work - Finnish Government

    23.11.2023 | In its session on 23 November, the Government decided that Truth and Reconciliation Commission Concerning the Sami People would continue its work. The commission’s work will continue as outlined in the Government Programme of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s Government until 31 December 2025. The commission was appointed at a government session on 28 October 2021. Its aim is to collect Sami people’s experien...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/sami-truth-and-reconciliation-commission-to-continue-its-work

  6. UN Committee on the Rights of the Child issues recommendations to Finland - Finnish Government

    2.6.2023 | On 2 June, the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child issued recommendations to Finland based on Finland's combined fifth and sixth periodic reports on the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Optional Protocols thereto.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/un-committee-on-the-rights-of-the-child-issues-recommendations-to-finland

  7. Recovery of funds in Somalia project by Finn Church Aid - Finnish Government

    20.4.2023 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs will recover EUR 50,000 from Finn Church Aid because it has not been possible to verify that funds have been used in accordance with the government grant decision.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/recovery-of-funds-in-somalia-project-by-finn-church-aid

  8. Finland’s human rights record to be examined by UN Human Rights Council - Finnish Government

    7.11.2022 | Finland’s human rights record will be examined in the Universal Periodic Review by the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva on 9 November. The review gives UN Member States the opportunity to ask Finland questions about our human rights record and give Finland recommendations. Minister for Foreign Affairs Pekka Haavisto will head Finland’s interministerial delegation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-s-human-rights-record-to-be-examined-by-un-human-rights-council

  9. Recommendations to Finland on elimination of discrimination against women - Finnish Government

    31.10.2022 | On 31 October 2022, the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW Committee) gave Finland recommendations in relation to the eighth periodic report of Finland on the implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/recommendations-to-finland-on-elimination-of-discrimination-against-women

  10. Government appointed new Climate Change Panel - chaired by Jyri Seppälä - Finnish Government

    9.11.2023 | On 9 November 2023, the Government appointed the new Finnish Climate Change Panel for the term 2024–2027. The panel will be chaired by Jyri Seppälä from the Finnish Environment Institute. The panel gives statements and produces scientific knowledge to support decision-making.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/government-appointed-new-climate-change-panel-chaired-by-jyri-seppala

  11. Development cooperation in the education sector strengthened – Clarity needed on vision - Finnish Government

    23.11.2023 | According to a recent evaluation, long-term commitment and funding for development cooperation in the education sector should be guaranteed to maintain Finland's current reputation and the effectiveness of development cooperation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/development-cooperation-in-the-education-sector-strengthened-clarity-needed-on-vision

  12. Sámi Climate Council started its work - Finnish Government

    17.10.2023 | The Sámi Climate Council convened at its first meeting in Rovaniemi on 13 October. The mission of the Council is to bring the knowledge base and perspectives of the Sámi people into the climate policy processes.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/sami-climate-council-started-its-work

  13. International conference to discuss promotion of gender equality through foreign policy - Finnish Government

    14.11.2022 | Minister for Foreign Affairs Pekka Haavisto has convened an international conference to discuss gender equality promotion and feminist foreign policy. The conference will take place at the House of the Estates in Helsinki on 16 November. The conference aims to share best practices on the content and means of foreign policy that promotes gender equality. Another aim is to encourage more discussion about feminist foreign policy in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/international-conference-to-discuss-promotion-of-gender-equality-through-foreign-policy

  14. Occupational safety and health (OSH) enforcement strengthens sustainable and fairer working life - Finnish Government

    22.8.2023 | Changes in working life challenge OSH enforcement. In addition to the prevention of accidents, occupational diseases and other health hazards caused by work, OSH enforcement plays an increasingly important role in ensuring a fair working life.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/occupational-safety-and-health-osh-enforcement-strengthens-sustainable-and-fairer-working-life

  15. Finland promotes the rights for women and girls as well as accountability at the UN Human Rights Council - Finnish Government

    16.6.2023 | The UN Human Rights Council convenes for its 53rd Regular Session from 19 June to 14 July in Geneva, Switzerland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-promotes-the-rights-for-women-and-girls-as-well-as-accountability-at-the-un-human-rights-council

  16. Pääministeri Petteri Orpon puhe kansainvälisen IGEP-tasa-arvopalkinnon julkistamisjuhlassa 11.12.2023 - Valtioneuvosto

    11.12.2023 | Pääministeri Petteri Orpo puhui kansainvälisen IGEP-tasa-arvopalkinnon julkistamisjuhlassa maanantaina 11.12. Puhe muutosvarauksin. Vain englanniksi.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/-/paaministeri-petteri-orpon-puhe-kansainvalisessa-tasa-arvopalkintojuhlassa-11.12.2023

  17. Government appointed Sámi Climate Council - Finnish Government

    24.8.2023 | On 24 August 2023, the Government appointed the Sámi Climate Council for a four-year term. The Sámi Climate Council is a new independent expert body, tasked with bringing the knowledge base and perspectives of the Sámi people into the climate policy processes.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/government-appointed-sami-climate-council

  18. Foreign Service guidelines help support human rights defenders around the world - Finnish Government

    8.5.2023 | In late 2022, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs published new guidelines on supporting human rights defenders. They are intended as a practical tool, helping the Foreign Service to actively support human rights defenders. The guidelines were issued for the first time in 2014. They have now been updated to better reflect the current operating environment.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-service-guidelines-help-support-human-rights-defenders-around-the-world

  19. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s New Year’s message, 31 December 2023 - Finnish Government

    31.12.2023 | Fellow citizens, The coming year will bring plenty of opportunities, but also uncertainties. We have to hope for the best, though it is also wise to prepare for more difficult times.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-petteri-orpo-s-new-year-s-message-31-december-2023

  20. Nationell riskbedömning av penningtvätt och finansiering av terrorism 2023 : Partiell uppdatering

    Nationell riskbedömning av penningtvätt och fi nansiering av terrorism 2023 Partiell uppdatering Finansmarknaden FINANSMINISTERIETS PUBLIKATIONER – 2024:9 Nationell riskbedömning av penningtvätt och finansiering av terrorism 2023 Partiell uppdater...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/delegate/file/134191