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  1. Parliamentary Committee on National Defence Obligation and Conscription proposes call-up day for women as well as stronger links between non-military service and comprehensive security concept - Finnish Government

    26.11.2021 | The Parliamentary Committee submitted its report on 26 November 2021 and proposes extending the call-up system to the entire age group. The Committee has set the goal of organising a compulsory call-up day for both women and men. This would provide young people with more extensive knowledge and readiness to fulfil national defence obligation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/parliamentary-committee-on-national-defence-obligation-and-conscription-proposes-call-up-day-for-women-as-well-as-stronger-links-between-non-military-service-and-comprehensive-security-concept

  2. Government proposes amendments to 2026 budget proposal - Finnish Government

    20.11.2025 | On Thursday 20 November, the Government submitted its proposal to Parliament to amend the budget proposal for 2026. It includes proposals to launch new transport projects and to support Ukraine. The proposal will decrease the revenue estimate by EUR 189 million and increase the requirement for appropriations by EUR 455 million.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-amendments-to-2026-budget-proposal

  3. Joint statement by the Nordic Prime Ministers and Heads of Government on cooperation for enhanced crisis preparedness and resilience – The Nordics: United and Strong - Finnish Government

    26.5.2025 | In an era marked by an increasing frequency and complexity of crises, the eight Nordic governments share a commitment to foster resilience and ensure effective civil preparedness. Leveraging our unique geographical, cultural and historical bonds, we highlight our unwavering commitment to peace, security and stability.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/joint-statement-by-the-nordic-prime-ministers-and-heads-of-government-on-cooperation-for-enhanced-crisis-preparedness-and-resilience-the-nordics-united-and-strong

  4. Temporary protection for Ukrainians displaced by war to continue until 4 March 2027 - Finnish Government

    16.7.2025 | Temporary protection for Ukrainians displaced by the war will be extended. The EU Foreign Affairs Council decided on 15 July 2025 to extend temporary protection until 4 March 2027.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/temporary-protection-for-ukrainians-displaced-by-war-to-continue-until-4-march-2027

  5. Authorities’ instructions for when you see a drone - Finnish Government

    31.3.2026 | The authorities and the state leadership are monitoring changes in the security situation, assessing future risks and ensuring that our society continues to function in all circumstances. Finland is not currently facing a military threat. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/authorities-instructions-for-when-you-see-a-drone

  6. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses efforts to strengthen European defence - Finnish Government

    25.4.2025 | In its meeting on Friday 25 April, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions on several initiatives aiming to strengthen European defence. Other topics on the agenda included measures to improve the security of submarine cables and EU financing for transport projects in the next financial framework period.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-efforts-to-strengthen-european-defence

  7. Over EUR 90 million in EU funding awarded to Finnish transport projects including new icebreaker - Finnish Government

    3.7.2025 | The European Commission has awarded EUR 91.01 million under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to nine projects in Finland. Of this, around EUR 59.60 million will go to government initiatives.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/over-eur-90-million-in-eu-funding-awarded-to-finnish-transport-projects-including-new-icebreaker

  8. Further development of 112 Suomi app to draw on lessons from Ukraine - Finnish Government

    13.2.2026 | The Ministry of the Interior has launched a project to develop a new feature for the Emergency Response Centre Agency’s 112 Suomi app to warn of airborne threats. The project will be carried out with EU funding, and other EU Member States can also benefit from the results of Finland’s development work.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/further-development-of-112-suomi-app-to-draw-on-lessons-from-ukraine

  9. Government to begin preparations to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention and to increase national defence expenditure - Finnish Government

    1.4.2025 | The security environment in Finland and Europe has changed fundamentally. Russia poses a long-term threat to Europe. This requires the Government to take action. Finland will continue to strengthen its defence on a threat-informed and needs-driven basis.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-to-begin-preparations-to-withdraw-from-the-ottawa-convention-and-to-increase-national-defence-expenditure

  10. Preparedness guide has already accumulated around half a million visits - Finnish Government

    18.2.2025 | Aimed at the entire population of Finland, the Preparing for Crises and Incidents Guide was published on the Suomi.fi Web Service in November. The preparedness instructions have reached a large number of people over the first three months.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/reparedness-guide-has-already-accumulated-around-half-a-million-visits

  11. Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen: Decisions in government spending limits discussion will improve internal security - Finnish Government

    24.4.2025 | In its spending limits discussion, the Government agreed on strengthening the resources of the police, the Finnish Border Guard, the Finnish Security and Intelligence Service and civil defence in order to prepare for wide-ranging threats. The capabilities of the internal security authorities are an essential part of Finland's comprehensive security.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/minister-of-the-interior-mari-rantanen-decisions-in-government-spending-limits-discussion-will-improve-internal-security

  12. 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

  13. Government proposal to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention sent out for comments - Finnish Government

    17.4.2025 | Withdrawal from of the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on their Destruction, known as the Ottawa Convention, requires a government proposal. Comments on the draft proposal may be given until 16 May 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposal-to-withdraw-from-the-ottawa-convention-sent-out-for-comments

  14. Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen: Finland will procure state-of-the-art air-to-air missiles for F-35 fighters - Finnish Government

    12.12.2025 | Finland’s Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen has authorised the Finnish Defence Forces to procure AIM-120D-3 Advanced Medium Range Air-to-Air Missiles (AMRAAM) from the United States.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-finland-will-procure-state-of-the-art-air-to-air-missiles-for-f-35-fighters

  15. Finnish-led software programme to receive EUR 45 million from European Defence Fund - Finnish Government

    16.5.2025 | Finnish-led software programme to receive EUR 45 million from European Defence Fund Ministry of Defence Publication date 16.5.2025 10.24 Type: Press release The results of the 2024 European Defence Fund (EDF) call for proposals have been published...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finnish-led-software-programme-to-receive-eur-45-million-from-european-defence-fund

  16. Speech by the Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Heads of Mission - Finnish Government

    25.8.2025 | "Our task is to promote a world in which as many people as possible—regardless of country of birth and circumstances—can live their lives safely and freely, and be happy. That is Finland’s story."
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-the-minister-for-foreign-affairs-elina-valtonen-at-the-2025-annual-meeting-of-heads-of-mission

  17. Government to begin preparations to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention and to increase national defence expenditure - Finnish Government

    1.4.2025 | The security environment in Finland and Europe has changed fundamentally. Russia poses a long-term threat to Europe. This requires the Government to take action. Finland will continue to strengthen its defence on a threat-informed and needs-driven basis.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/government-to-begin-preparations-to-withdraw-from-the-ottawa-convention-and-to-increase-national-defence-expenditure

  18. New guides provide advice on planning and maintenance of civil defence shelters - Finnish Government

    21.1.2026 | The Ministry of the Interior has published three new guides containing practical instructions on how to use and maintain civil defence shelters and on how to draw up emergency plans. The guides are intended, for example, to support building owners (such as housing companies) and other building operators.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/new-guides-provide-advice-on-planning-and-maintenance-of-civil-defence-shelters

  19. Speech by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at the Meeting of Heads of Mission - Finnish Government

    25.8.2025 | Speech by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo at the Annual Meeting of Heads of Mission in Helsinki on 25 August 2025. Speech to be checked against delivery.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-prime-minister-petteri-orpo-at-the-meeting-of-heads-of-mission

  20. Reception of international assistance in healthcare made easier - Finnish Government

    20.11.2025 | The Government proposes amendments to the Act on Healthcare Professionals that will make it possible to receive international assistance for healthcare in different kinds of crisis situations. The aim is to facilitate and speed up the operations of humanitarian assistance providers in Finland when assistance is needed fast.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/reception-of-international-assistance-in-healthcare-made-easier