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  1. Start of Winter War commemorated on 30 November - Finnish Government

    1.11.2019 | This year marks the 80th anniversary of the beginning of the Winter War. The war started when the Soviet Union attacked Finland without a declaration of war.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/start-of-winter-war-commemorated-on-30-november

  2. Additional funding to supporting Ukraine in budget of Ministry for Foreign Affairs - Finnish Government

    1.9.2022 | The Government proposes EUR 1.3 billion in appropriations for the Ministry for Foreign Affairs. Support for Ukraine will continue to be at the heart of the Ministry’s budget in 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/additional-funding-to-supporting-ukraine-in-budget-of-ministry-for-foreign-affairs

  3. Outlook for economic growth remains subdued - Finnish Government

    17.6.2022 | Accelerating inflation is slowing economic growth. Finland’s gross domestic product will grow by 1.4% this year, estimates the Ministry of Finance in the Economic Survey published on 17 June.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/outlook-for-economic-growth-remains-subdued

  4. Moderate outlook for economic growth - Finnish Government

    19.9.2022 | Accelerating inflation is slowing economic growth. Finland’s gross domestic product will grow by 0.5% next year, according to the Economic Survey published by the Ministry of Finance on 19 September. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/moderate-outlook-for-economic-growth

  5. Speech by Permanent State Secretary Jukka Salovaara at the Meeting of Heads of Mission 2022 - Finnish Government

    22.8.2022 | "The Ministry for Foreign Affairs’ important role and capacity to function become particularly emphasised in such exceptional times and transition points as those described above. In a time like this, when many of the basic factors of international politics are evolving rapidly, we do not need to question the importance of diplomacy." 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-permanent-state-secretary-jukka-salovaara-at-the-meeting-of-heads-of-mission-2022

  6. 100 years of diplomatic relations between Latvia and Finland - Finnish Government

    25.1.2021 | 100 years of diplomatic relations between Latvia and Finland Ministry for Foreign Affairs Publication date 25.1.2021 12.53 Type: News item Tuesday 26 January 2021 marks the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Fin...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/100-years-of-diplomatic-relations-between-latvia-and-finland

  7. Expert assessment: Finland has an exceptionally strong foundation for nature markets - Finnish Government

    5.6.2026 | The Ministry of the Environment has published an international expert assessment of Finland’s voluntary biodiversity offsetting system, which was introduced in 2023. Biodiversity offsetting means compensating for harm caused to biodiversity by human activity in one location by enhancing biodiversity elsewhere.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/expert-assessment-finland-has-an-exceptionally-strong-foundation-for-nature-markets

  8. Foreign Minister Haavisto's statement on the anniversary of the illegal annexation of Crimea - Finnish Government

    18.3.2021 | This year marks the seventh anniversary of the illegal annexation of Crimea by Russia. The matter is a serious violation of international law, the Charter of the United Nations and Ukraine’s territorial integrity.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-haavisto-s-statement-on-the-anniversary-of-the-illegal-annexation-of-crimea

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    21.5.2025 | 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(44) Useful phrases for correspondence This collection of useful phrases for correspondence in ...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/194055633/200039989/Useful%20phrases%20for%20correspondence.pdf/922b0195-61f5-8595-586e-d8ee0885bf69?t=1747856035217

  10. EU competitiveness ministers to discuss strategic autonomy - Finnish Government

    19.3.2021 | An informal video meeting of the EU’s competitiveness ministers (internal market, industrial policy) on 22 March 2021 will discuss strategic autonomy in the European Union. Minister of Economic Affairs Mika Lintilä will represent Finland. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eu-competitiveness-ministers-to-discuss-strategic-autonomy

  11. Now accepting nominations for the third International Gender Equality prize - Finnish Government

    8.4.2021 | The Finnish Government launched the International Gender Equality Prize in 2017, when Finland celebrated the centenary of its independence. The purpose of the prize is to promote gender equality in global contexts and to promote discussion about equality. The nominations are open until 16 May 2021.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/now-accepting-nominations-for-the-third-international-gender-equality-prize

  12. UN Humanitarian Conference raises funding for responding to the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan - Finnish Government

    10.9.2021 | Today, on 13 September 2021, the United Nations is organising a High-level Ministerial Meeting on the Humanitarian Situation in Afghanistan. The UN estimates that approximately half of the population of the country need humanitarian assistance. Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Ville Skinnari will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/un-humanitarian-conference-raises-funding-for-responding-to-the-humanitarian-crisis-in-afghanistan

  13. Prime Minister Marin's speech at Finland for the Human Rights Council in 2022–2024 campaign opening - Finnish Government

    15.2.2021 | This past year has reminded us all that, while the world is diverse, the human experience is universal. We have all gone through a very difficult time of global pandemic. We have also witnessed individuals in many countries raising their voices and fighting for their universal human rights.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-marin-s-speech-at-finland-for-the-human-rights-council-in-2022-2024-campaign-opening

  14. Speech delivered by Prime Minister Sanna Marin at Parliament’s plenary session on 16 May 2022 - Finnish Government

    16.5.2022 | Prime Minister Sanna Marin gave a presentation of the report on Finland’s accession to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization at Parliament's plenary session on Monday 16 May 2022. Speech to be checked against delivery.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-delivered-by-prime-minister-sanna-marin-at-parliament-s-plenary-session-on-16-may-2022

  15. Finnish food tech attracts interest in Thailand, creating opportunities in rapidly growing market - Finnish Government

    1.6.2026 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs arranged a trade mission to Thailand for innovative Finnish food sector and food technology companies. The visit opened up new opportunities in this rapidly growing market. The aim of the visit was to explore business opportunities, build networks and enhance understanding of Thailand’s food and innovation ecosystem.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finnish-food-tech-attracts-interest-in-thailand-creating-opportunities-in-rapidly-growing-market

  16. Speech by the Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen at the 2023 Annual Meeting of Heads of Mission - Finnish Government

    21.8.2023 | A new era has begun in Finland's foreign and security policy. NATO membership will strengthen not only our security, but also the stability of Northern Europe. Finland's strong defence capability and resilience will strengthen the whole Alliance, says Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen in her speech at the Annual Meeting of Heads of Mission.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-the-minister-for-foreign-affairs-elina-valtonen-at-the-2023-annual-meeting-of-heads-of-mission

  17. Centenary celebrations of the autonomy of the Åland Islands set to begin - Finnish Government

    9.6.2021 | Next year will mark 100 years since the Åland Islands gained autonomy. The autonomy celebrations will take place throughout the centenary year, from 9 June 2021 to 9 June 2022. Self-government is a part of Finnish democracy and gives the Finnish administrative structure its unique and multi-dimensional nature. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland is a part of the anniversary events.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/centenary-celebrations-of-the-autonomy-of-the-aland-islands-set-to-begin

  18. Ministry of the Environment requests municipalities to contact those who have undertaken construction projects to ensure that balcony railings comply with requirements - Finnish Government

    26.5.2026 | Today, the Ministry of the Environment informed the Finnish Supervisory Agency and, together with the Association of Finnish Local and Regional Authorities, the municipal building control authorities about the accident in Helsinki in September 2025 and the progress of the investigations. Based on the tests, the Safety Investigation Authority issued a press release and an accident threat notification on 21 May 2026 concerning fibre cement boards used in balcony railings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/ministry-of-the-environment-requests-municipalities-to-contact-those-who-have-undertaken-construction-projects-to-ensure-that-balcony-railings-comply-with-requirements

  19. Higher energy prices and uncertainty slow economic recovery - Finnish Government

    16.6.2026 | The Finnish economy is gradually recovering but is overshadowed by the crisis in the Middle East, higher energy prices and an uncertain economic outlook. Economic growth is boosting general government revenues, but the deficit remains wide according to the Ministry of Finance's economic forecast published on 16 June.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/higher-energy-prices-and-uncertainty-slow-economic-recovery

  20. Who should receive the next International Gender Equality Prize? Nominate your candidate today! - Finnish Government

    10.3.2021 | The third International Gender Equality Prize will be awarded at the end of 2021. We are now accepting nominations for the next recipient. Anyone and everyone can submit a proposal.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/who-should-receive-the-next-international-gender-equality-prize-nominate-your-candidate-today-