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  1. Ministers issue declaration on artificial intelligence and rights of persons with disabilities - Finnish Government

    11.6.2025 | The Nordic ministers for health and social affairs and the Nordic and Baltic ministers for digitalisation have issued a joint declaration on artificial intelligence (AI) and the rights of persons with disabilities. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/ministers-issue-declaration-on-artificial-intelligence-and-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities

  2. Government decides on General Government Fiscal Plan for 2025–2028 - Finnish Government

    25.4.2024 | The General Government Fiscal Plan covers central government, wellbeing services counties, municipalities, and statutory earnings-related pension funds and other social security funds.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/government-decides-on-general-government-fiscal-plan-for-2025-2028

  3. Harnessing AI for Efficient Use of Evaluation Evidence - Finnish Government

    18.6.2025 | The Development Evaluation Unit of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland has launched a new AI-assisted tool called OpenEval, designed to serve the foreign service, stakeholders, and the general public alike. The tool makes it easier to access information from public evaluation reports.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/harnessing-ai-for-efficient-use-of-evaluation-evidence

  4. International tensions on agenda at European Council – Prime Minister Orpo to represent Finland - Finnish Government

    25.6.2025 | The European Council on 26 June in Brussels will focus on topical international events. Items on the agenda at the meeting of the EU heads of state or government will include support for Ukraine, growing tensions in the Middle East, European defence and security, and strengthening the EU’s competitiveness. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/international-tensions-on-agenda-at-european-council-prime-minister-orpo-to-represent-finland

  5. Interim evaluation: wellbeing services county reform progressing, but corrections needed to achieve objectives - Finnish Government

    10.12.2025 | The wellbeing services county reform is progressing towards the set objectives throughout Finland, but there are still many issues left to address. This is according to a broad-based interim evaluation of the wellbeing services county reform made by an independent expert group.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/interim-evaluation-wellbeing-services-county-reform-progressing-but-corrections-needed-to-achieve-objectives

  6. Ukraine Recovery Conference bolsters support for Ukraine - Finnish Government

    10.7.2025 | The fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference, which started in Rome on Thursday 10 July, has reaffirmed the West’s continued, wide-ranging and long-term support for Ukraine.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ukraine-recovery-conference-bolsters-support-for-ukraine

  7. Eeva-Liisa Inkeroinen appointed Chairperson of Finnish Council of Regulatory Impact Analysis - Finnish Government

    10.4.2025 | On Thursday 10 March, the Government appointed the members of the Finnish Council of Regulatory Impact Analysis for the 15 April 2025–14 April 2028 term. Eeva-Liisa Inkeroinen, LL.M., was appointed to serve as Chairperson. The purpose of the Council is to improve the quality of impact assessments concerning government proposals and the culture of legislative drafting more generally.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/eeva-liisa-inkeroinen-appointed-chairperson-of-finnish-council-of-regulatory-impact-analysis

  8. Speech by Permanent State Secretary Salovaara at the conference on the Implementation of the Two-State Solution - Finnish Government

    29.7.2025 | Speech by Permanent State Secretary Jukka Salovaara at the UN Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, New York 29 July 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-permanent-state-secretary-salovaara-at-the-conference-on-the-implementation-of-the-two-state-solution

  9. Eriikka Koistinen to continue as Ministry of the Interior Director of Communications - Finnish Government

    13.9.2023 | On Wednesday 13 September, the Government appointed Eriikka Koistinen, Master of Social Sciences, as Director of Communications at the Ministry of the Interior from 18 September 2023 to 17 September 2028.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/eriikka-koistinen-to-continue-as-ministry-of-the-interior-director-of-communications

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

    17.4.2025 | The Government of Finland awards the International Gender Equality Prize now for the fourth time. We are now asking for nominations for the 2025 candidate. Anyone is welcome to make a nomination.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/who-should-receive-the-next-international-gender-equality-prize-nominate-your-candidate-today-1

  11. Foreign Ministry report: Russians’ attitudes towards Finland remain divided, young people most positive - Finnish Government

    14.10.2025 | A recent survey commissioned by Finland’s Embassy in Moscow shows that Finland’s reputation among Russians has held steady for the past three years, but over a longer period it has clearly declined. The most positive attitudes are found among young people, while pensioners are the most negative. An increasing share of respondents are unwilling or unable to express an opinion.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-ministry-report-russians-attitudes-towards-finland-remain-divided-young-people-most-positive

  12. Government launches parliamentary debate on debt brake - Finnish Government

    18.6.2025 | On Wednesday 18 June, Prime Minister Petteri Orpo held a parliamentary debate on strengthening Finland's debt sustainability. The debate has to do with the state of general government finances in Finland and the new fiscal rules.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-launches-parliamentary-debate-on-debt-brake

  13. State Secretary Risto Artjoki receives Strategic Research Council’s proposal on research themes for 2026 - Finnish Government

    18.6.2025 | The Strategic Research Council (SRC) has decided the strategic research themes it proposes to the Finnish Government for 2026. Mikael Fogelholm, Chair of the SRC, submitted the proposal to State Secretary Risto Artjoki on 18 June 2025 at the Government Palace.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/state-secretary-risto-artjoki-receives-strategic-research-council-s-proposal-on-research-themes-for-2026

  14. Comprehensive reform of social assistance proceeds to Parliament - Finnish Government

    22.9.2025 | The Government proposes a comprehensive reform of social assistance. The changes to be made would, for example, strengthen the obligations of recipients to apply for full-time work and primary benefits. The aim is to clarify the role of social assistance as a last-resort and temporary form of assistance, prevent social exclusion among young people and strengthen general government finances.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/comprehensive-reform-of-social-assistance-proceeds-to-parliament

  15. UN High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development to start on Monday – Finland to present its Voluntary National Review led by Prime Minister Orpo - Finnish Government

    14.7.2025 | The United Nations High-level Political Forum on Sustainable Development will convene in New York from 14 to 23 July. The annual forum reviews progress made by the world’s countries in attaining the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/un-high-level-political-forum-on-sustainable-development-to-start-on-monday-finland-to-present-its-voluntary-national-review-led-by-prime-minister-orpo

  16. Speech by Minister Valtonen in London, at an event hosted by Chatham House - Finnish Government

    4.3.2025 | Speech by Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen about Finland’s approach to European security at an event entitled "Keeping the peace on NATO’s longest border with Russia", hosted by Chatham House on 4 March 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-minister-valtonen-in-london-at-an-event-hosted-by-chatham-house

  17. Working group on non-fossil flexibility considers a model for promoting security of supply and flexibility of electricity market - Finnish Government

    27.5.2025 | The working group on non-fossil flexibility appointed by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment has released its final report. According to it, flexible demand for and supply of electricity as well as various energy storages will be necessary to respond to the challenges of rapidly fluctuating electricity generation driven by increasing renewable energy production.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/working-group-on-non-fossil-flexibility-considers-a-model-for-promoting-security-of-supply-and-flexibility-of-electricity-market

  18. Centre for State-Subsidised Housing Construction starts operating on 1 March – Interim Director appointed - Finnish Government

    28.2.2025 | The operations of the Housing Finance and Development Centre of Finland Ara as an independent agency will end. Its tasks will be transferred to the Centre for State-Subsidised Housing Construction established in connection with the Ministry of the Environment, which starts operating on 1 March.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/centre-for-state-subsidised-housing-construction-starts-operating-on-1-march-interim-director-appointed

  19. New legislative project to prepare a response system for location study requests - Finnish Government

    10.4.2025 | On 9 April, the Ministry of Transport and Communications launched a legislative project to prepare amendments to the act on facilitating the introduction of very high capacity networks. The legislative amendments will enable the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom to implement a system for responding to and monitoring location study requests.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/new-legislative-project-to-prepare-a-response-system-for-location-study-requests

  20. Revised Nuclear Energy Act is sent out for comments - Finnish Government

    26.6.2025 | The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment has sent out for comments the draft of the new Nuclear Energy Act. Primarily, the new act aims to ensure that the use of nuclear energy is in line with the overall good of society, that the operations are safe and that nuclear waste generated in Finland is handled properly.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/revised-nuclear-energy-act-is-sent-out-for-comments

  21. Construction of F-35 fighter engine assembly and maintenance facilities in Finland progresses as scheduled - Finnish Government

    17.3.2025 | Construction of F-35 fighter engine assembly and maintenance facilities in Finland progresses as scheduled Ministry of Defence Publication date 17.3.2025 10.15 Type: Press release The construction project of assembly and maintenance facilities for...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/construction-of-f-35-fighter-engine-assembly-and-maintenance-facilities-in-finland-progresses-as-scheduled

  22. Defence Forces to procure inertial navigation system devices - Finnish Government

    9.10.2024 | Defence Forces to procure inertial navigation system devices Ministry of Defence Publication date 9.10.2024 13.00 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen has authorised the Finnish Defence Forces to sign a framework agreement on ine...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/defence-forces-to-procure-inertial-navigation-system-devices

  23. Consultation process on implementation options for location study systems starts - Finnish Government

    10.1.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is requesting opinions on an assessment memorandum regarding regulatory and implementation options for a system to respond to location study requests. Opinions may be submitted until 24 January 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/consultation-process-on-implementation-options-for-location-study-systems-starts

  24. Government proposal Instrumentalised Migration

    21.5.2024 | Unofficial translation Government proposal to Parliament for an Act on Temporary Measures to Combat Instrumentalised Migration MAIN CONTENTS OF PROPOSAL The Government proposes that an act on temporary measures to combat instrumentalised migration...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/1410869/0/Government+proposal+to+Parliament+for+an+Act+on+Temporary+Measures+to+Combat+Instrumentalised+Migration.pdf/54aac8d6-b4ea-7732-b7d9-72c60724578d?t=1716288716089

  25. Electrification of transport can contribute to flexibility of energy system - Finnish Government

    15.7.2024 | On 15 July 2024, the Ministry of Transport and Communications published an assessment report on how the electrification of transport could contribute to the flexibility of the Finnish energy system. In accordance with EU requirements, the report describes the current state of the opportunities which the electrification of transport could offer and proposes measures. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/electrification-of-transport-can-contribute-to-flexibility-of-energy-system

  26. Valtiovarainministeri Riikka Purran puhe Nordic Economic Policy Review'n julkistustilaisuudessa - Valtioneuvosto

    7.5.2025 | Valtiovarainministeri Riikka Purra piti avauspuheenvuoron Nordic Economic Policy Review'n julkistustilaisuudessa Helsingissä keskiviikkona 7. toukokuuta
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/-/10623/valtiovarainministeri-riikka-purran-puhe-nordic-economic-policy-review-n-julkistustilaisuudessa

  27. Informal ministerial meeting to discuss intergenerational solidarity and supporting young people - Finnish Government

    15.11.2024 | The Hungarian Presidency of the Council of the EU will hold an informal meeting of the ministers responsible for demography in Budapest on 18 and 19 November 2024. The meeting will exchange views on the basis of background documents prepared by the presidency. No decisions will be made at the informal meeting. Director General Annakaisa Iivari will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/informal-ministerial-meeting-to-discuss-intergenerational-solidarity-and-supporting-young-people

  28. Government issues decree on content and implementation of multilingual civic orientation for immigrants - Finnish Government

    24.10.2024 | The new Integration Act, which will enter into force at the beginning of 2025, will be supplemented by decrees. The Government’s integration policy is based on language learning, work, familiarisation with Finnish society and compliance with its rules.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-issues-decree-on-content-and-implementation-of-multilingual-civic-orientation-for-immigrants

  29. Handbook on Lifelong Guidance for those working with education and career guidance - Finnish Government

    22.1.2025 | Handbook on Lifelong Guidance is an easy-to-use tool for all professionals involved in lifelong guidance.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/handbook-on-lifelong-guidance-for-those-working-with-education-and-career-guidance

  30. EU-level coalition to promote energy efficiency funding – Motiva to chair Finland’s national hub - Finnish Government

    17.12.2024 | The European Commission has launched a coalition to promote financing for energy efficiency initiatives. The aim is to create a favourable market environment for energy efficiency investments and to increase private funding for the sector to help the EU achieve its energy and climate targets for 2030 and 2050. The coalition is involved in both EU-level and national activities.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eu-level-coalition-to-promote-energy-efficiency-funding-motiva-to-chair-finland-s-national-hub

  31. Minister Rydman to lead marine industry-focused Team Finland visit to the Netherlands - Finnish Government

    7.10.2024 | Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman will visit The Hague in the Netherlands on 8 October 2024 as part of Team Finland’s trade mission focusing on the maritime industry.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-rydman-to-lead-marine-industry-focused-team-finland-visit-to-the-netherlands

  32. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses revision of Energy Taxation Directive - Finnish Government

    15.11.2024 | At its meeting on Friday 15 November, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs specified Finland’s positions on the revision of the Energy Taxation Directive. The Ministerial Committee also outlined Finland’s positions for next week’s council meetings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-revision-of-energy-taxation-directive

  33. Comments requested on comprehensive reform of social assistance - Finnish Government

    16.5.2025 | The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health requests comments on the comprehensive reform of the Social Assistance Act by 27 June 2025. The amendments to the Act would strengthen, for example, the obligations of recipients to apply for primary benefits and full-time work. The aim is to reinforce the role of social assistance as a last-resort and temporary form of assistance and to strengthen general government finances.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/comments-requested-on-comprehensive-reform-of-social-assistance

  34. First impact assessments of Finland’s CAP Strategic Plan started - Finnish Government

    29.8.2024 | Assessments will be conducted to examine the impact of the measures under the CAP Strategic Plan and make sure that public funds are used cost-effectively. The information produced by the assessments will be needed to guide the implementation of the CAP Plan and, in particular, to support the planning of the next financing period of the Common Agricultural Policy.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410837/first-impact-assessments-of-finland-s-cap-strategic-plan-started

  35. Final evaluation: METSO Programme had positive impact on forest biodiversity – next programme period being prepared - Finnish Government

    5.2.2025 | The Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland METSO (2008–2025) has had a positive impact on forest biodiversity. This is the conclusion of the independent final evaluation of the programme. A working group of the Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is preparing the next period of the programme that will start in 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/final-evaluation-metso-programme-had-positive-impact-on-forest-biodiversity-next-programme-period-being-prepared

  36. Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen's speech at the NATO Nuclear Policy Symposium on 29 April 2025 - Finnish Government

    8.5.2025 | Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen's speech at the NATO Nuclear Policy Symposium on 29 April 2025 Publication date 8.5.2025 11.50 | Published in English on 31.10.2025 at 15.24 Type: Speech Distinguished guests, experts and friends of nuclear polic...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-s-speech-at-the-nato-nuclear-policy-symposium-on-29-april-2025

  37. Decrees specifying the Integration Act sent out for comments - Finnish Government

    1.7.2024 | The new Integration Act, which will enter into force at the beginning of 2025, will be supplemented by five decrees on integration services. The aim is to increase the immigrants’ own responsibility and strengthen the general government finances in accordance with the Government Programme.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/decrees-specifying-the-integration-act-sent-out-for-comments

  38. Minister Henriksson to attend meeting of Ministers for Nordic Cooperation - Finnish Government

    19.4.2024 | Minister Anna-Maja Henriksson, who is responsible for Nordic cooperation, will attend a virtual meeting of the Ministers for Nordic co-operation on Friday 19 April.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-henriksson-to-attend-meeting-of-ministers-for-nordic-cooperation-1

  39. UN Special Rapporteur on the Right to Education to visit Finland - Finnish Government

    20.11.2023 | The United Nation’s independent Special Rapporteur on the Right to Education Farida Shaheed will visit Finland on 20–29 November. This is the first country visit to the Nordic countries under the mandate of the Special Rapporteur established in 1998. The aim of the visit is to assess how educational rights are observed in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/un-special-rapporteur-on-the-right-to-education-to-visit-finland

  40. 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

  41. Parliamentary working group reduces funding and promotes transparency of Finnish Broadcasting Company - Finnish Government

    12.9.2024 | A parliamentary working group tasked with assessing the public service duties and funding of the Finnish Broadcasting Company (YLE) published its report on 12 September 2024. The working group proposed cuts to YLE's funding and amendments to Act on the Finnish Broadcasting Company concerning transparency and security of supply.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/parliamentary-working-group-reduces-funding-and-promotes-transparency-of-finnish-broadcasting-company

  42. Finland to suspend its funding to UNRWA - Finnish Government

    27.1.2024 | The allegations of the involvement of 12 employees of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in the 7 October Hamas terrorist attack on Israel are serious. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is calling for an independent and thorough investigation of the matter.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-to-suspend-its-funding-to-unrwa

  43. Defence Forces purchase industrial participation capability from Patria Aviation Oy to build services for F-35 project - Finnish Government

    15.12.2023 | Defence Forces purchase industrial participation capability from Patria Aviation Oy to build services for F-35 project Ministry of Defence Publication date 15.12.2023 16.06 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen has authorised the ...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/defence-forces-purchase-industrial-participation-capability-from-patria-aviation-oy-to-build-services-for-f-35-project-

  44. Finland to suspend its funding to UNRWA - Finnish Government

    27.1.2024 | The allegations of the involvement of 12 employees of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in the 7 October Hamas terrorist attack on Israel are serious. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is calling for an independent and thorough investigation of the matter.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-to-suspend-its-funding-to-unrwa-1

  45. European Council to discuss international tensions at Brussels meeting - Finnish Government

    16.4.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will represent Finland at the extraordinary European Council on 17–18 April in Brussels, where discussions will focus on the tense situation in the international arena. Items on the EU leaders’ agenda include the ongoing events in the Middle East and Ukraine, relations with Türkiye and Europe’s long-term competitiveness.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-council-to-discuss-international-tensions-at-brussels-meeting

  46. Finland to emphasise civic space, gender equality and rights of those in vulnerable situations at UN Human Rights Council - Finnish Government

    11.9.2023 | The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) will hold its 54th session from 11 September to 13 October in Geneva, Switzerland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-to-emphasise-civic-space-gender-equality-and-rights-of-those-in-vulnerable-situations-at-un-human-rights-council

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    6.5.2026 | VALTIONEUVOSTO PL 23, 00023 Valtioneuvosto vn.fi p. 0295 16001 STATSRÅDET PB 23, 00023 Statsrådet vn.fi/sv Tfn 0295 16001 1(48) Virastot ja laitokset Ministeriöiden hallinnonalaan kuuluvia virastoja, laitoksia, yhteisöjä ja muita toimielimiä Valti...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/194055633/200039986/Virastot%20ja%20laitokset%202026%20(fi-sv-en-fr-ru).pdf/a952fd18-b284-1e39-d96b-d2385058970b?t=1778072296049

  48. Ministerial working group on sustainable welfare society: Digitalisation is major driver for change in healthcare and social welfare sector - Finnish Government

    3.5.2024 | The strategy for digitalisation and information management in healthcare and social welfare sparked discussion at a meeting of the ministerial working group on a sustainable welfare society. The ministers of the working group recognise that digitalisation plays an important role in developing new ways of providing services and using existing information to support people’s wellbeing in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/ministerial-working-group-on-sustainable-welfare-society-digitalisation-is-major-driver-for-change-in-healthcare-and-social-welfare-sector

  49. Minister Ikonen highlights transparency of public spending – planned national procurement data repository would increase openness - Finnish Government

    20.6.2024 | A new data repository would bring together procurement data from all public sector organisations, which would significantly increase the openness of information on the use of public funds. This is based on the goals laid down in the Programme of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s Government to reduce costs, increase competition and make better use of information in the management of public procureme...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/minister-ikonen-highlights-transparency-of-public-spending-planned-national-procurement-data-repository-would-increase-openness

  50. Prime Ministers of Finland and Latvia meet in Riga - Finnish Government

    24.5.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Prime Minister of Latvia Evika Siliņa met on Friday 24 May in Riga, where they discussed a variety of issues related to European security and defence. After the meeting, the prime ministers took part in the opening of the new Patria production facility in the city of Valmiera.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-ministers-of-finland-and-latvia-meet-in-riga

  51. Advisory Board for International Human Rights begins new term of office - Finnish Government

    22.4.2024 | The Advisory Board for International Human Rights (IONK) began a new term of office at the start of 2024. Appointed for 2024–2027, the IONK monitors the implementation of Finland's international human rights policy and may issue recommendations on it.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/advisory-board-for-international-human-rights-begins-new-term-of-office

  52. Reima Palonen appointed Director of the Pharmaceuticals Pricing Board for a fixed term - Finnish Government

    1.2.2024 | On Thursday 1 February 2024, the Government appointed Reima Palonen as Director of the Pharmaceuticals Pricing Board (HILA) for a fixed-term public-service relationship. The Board operates in conjunction with the Department for Insurance and Social Security at the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health. Palonen will take up his duties as Director on 1 March 2024. The appointment will last until 31 December 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/reima-palonen-appointed-director-of-the-pharmaceuticals-pricing-board-for-a-fixed-term

  53. Prime Minister Orpo stresses need for urgent military support to Ukraine and calls for restraint in the Middle East - Finnish Government

    18.4.2024 | In the evening on Wednesday 17 April, the special European Council discussed the security situation in Europe and the Middle East. The European Union condemned Russia’s attacks on Ukraine and called for swift military assistance. Ukraine is in urgent need of support, especially when it comes to air defence. The EU leaders also expressed their concern over the tense situation in the Middle East and called on all parties to avoid the use of force.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-stresses-need-for-urgent-military-support-to-ukraine-and-calls-for-restraint-in-the-middle-east

  54. Working Life Barometer 2023: More support for continuous learning needed at workplaces - Finnish Government

    18.4.2024 | According to the Working Life Barometer, nearly three quarters of employees considered their possibilities to reconcile work and other life good in 2023. On the other hand, there is plenty of room for improvement in competence development at workplaces.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/working-life-barometer-2023-more-support-for-continuous-learning-needed-at-workplaces

  55. EU environment ministers to meet in Luxemburg - Finnish Government

    17.6.2024 | The ministers will discuss the EU's 2040 climate target, climate risk management and the regulation on nature restoration. They will also will aim to reach a general approach on the revised waste framework directive, the green claims directive and the soil monitoring directive.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/eu-environment-ministers-to-meet-in-brussels

  56. Government supports extending European Disability Card scheme to third-country nationals - Finnish Government

    14.12.2023 | The Government supports the Commission’s proposal to extend the scope of the proposal for a Directive establishing the European Disability Card and the European Parking Card for persons with disabilities to include third-country nationals who are legally residing in the territory of an EU Member State. Today, the Government submitted a Union communication on the matter to Parliament.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/government-supports-extending-disability-card-scheme-to-third-country-nationals-

  57. Digital identity wallet to be launched in 2026 - Finnish Government

    29.4.2024 | The Ministry of Finance has set up a project to guide the implementation of a national digital identity wallet. The Digital and Population Data Services Agency will be responsible for the technical implementation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/digital-identity-wallet-to-be-launched-in-2026

  58. Towards accessible transport system: Accessibility vision sent out for comments - Finnish Government

    27.6.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on a vision for an accessible transport system. The vision is part of the implementation process of the 12-year transport system plan. Comments on the vision can be submitted until 25 August 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/towards-accessible-transport-system-accessibility-vision-sent-out-for-comments

  59. Government decides on themes for strategic research in 2024 - Finnish Government

    28.12.2023 | In its plenary session on Thursday 28 December, the Government decided on the main themes for strategic research in 2024. In line with the decision, the themes will be ‘Water as an element of wellbeing, security and peace’ and ‘The future of democracy’.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-decides-on-themes-for-strategic-research-in-2024

  60. Ministry for Foreign Affairs and civil society organisations discussed Finland's priorities in the UN Human Rights Council - Finnish Government

    27.6.2023 | The United Nations Human Rights Council will hold its second regular session of this year from 19 June to 14 July. Before each session, as part of Finland’s contribution to the work of the Human Rights Council, the Ministry for Foreign Affairs asks civil society organisations for their views on Finland's priorities and objectives. Many civil society representatives again gathered at Merikasarmi, Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministry-for-foreign-affairs-and-civil-society-organisations-discussed-finland-s-priorities-in-the-un-human-rights-council