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  1. 2.3.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications invites comments on a memorandum concerning micromobility and the use of electric scooters. Comments can be submitted between 2 and 31 March 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/memorandum-on-alternative-solutions-concerning-electric-scooters-and-micromobility-1948514
  2. 12.10.2023 | The Finnish Government has appointed a parliamentary working group to assess the Finnish Broadcasting Company’s (YLE) public service duties and funding. The parliamentary working group will submit its report by the end of Parliament’s spring session 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/parliamentary-working-group-to-assess-yle-s-duties-and-funding
  3. 5.9.2023 | On 5 September 2023, the Government published a report on public transport procurements and public service obligations. It provides information on purchase of air transport services and on the impacts and future prospects of flight connections to support decision-making in the government budget session. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/report-on-regional-air-services-provides-information-for-the-government-budget-session
  4. 20.10.2023 | On 19 and 20 October 2023, the Government and the President of the Republic discussed the national approval of amendments made to conventions adopted by the Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization, IMO. The amendments concern the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) and the International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships' Ballast Water and Sediments.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-adopted-amendments-to-conventions-protecting-the-marine-environment
  5. 30.11.2022 | On Tuesday 29 November, Minister-President of Flanders Jan Jambon made a working visit to Finland focusing on innovation, the green transition, foresight, academic cooperation, data and digitalisation, and trade and investment. As European innovation leaders, Finland and Flanders are at the forefront of research and technology.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-meets-with-minister-president-of-flanders-1883830
  6. 5.10.2023 | The Government proposes amendments to the Act on Transport Services. The amendments would allow to insert the railway station accessibility data into the European Railway Station Accessibility Database, ERSAD, laid down by a European Union Regulation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-improvements-to-availability-of-railway-station-accessibility-data
  7. 10.11.2022 | On 10 November 2022, the Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament on the European Media Freedom Act (MFA), outlining Finland's positions on the Act. Finland as a rule supports the aim of the Act 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/-/finland-supports-the-objectives-of-the-european-media-freedom-act
  8. 24.8.2023 | The Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament on the European Commission’s Proposal for a Regulation on the use of railway infrastructure capacity in the single European railway area. The Government supports the objectives of the Commission proposal.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-supports-commission-proposal-to-promote-more-efficient-use-of-rail-capacity
  9. 9.2.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has published Finland’s policies on procedures for enforcing the mandatory obligations of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and for ensuring the compliance of the maritime administration. The policies are part of the preparations for the IMO audit.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-publishes-policies-on-meeting-imo-obligations-concerning-maritime-administration
  10. 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/-/european-commission-supports-free-media
  11. 15.9.2023 | On 12 September 2023, the state of Finland replied to the European Commission regarding the complaint against the Finnish Broadcasting Company, YLE, pursued by Sanoma Media Finland Ltd. Finland has requested a permission from the Commission to publish the reply. Due to EU legislation, correspondence with the Commission is, as a rule, confidential.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-submits-its-sixth-reply-to-the-european-commission-regarding-sanoma-media-finland-s-complaint-against-the-finnish-broadcasting-company
  12. 20.11.2023 | The World Radiocommunication Conference WRC-23 will start in Dubai on 20 November 2023. The conference decides on the future use of the radio spectrum. The goal is to increase the use of radio frequencies and enable new technologies and services. Finland participates in decision-making at the conference and is globally influencing future communication services to ensure competitiveness and international accessibility. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/at-the-world-radiocommunication-conference-it-is-important-to-ensure-sufficient-frequencies-for-finland
  13. 23.3.2023 | On 23 March 2023, the President of the Republic approved the new Pilotage Act. The aim of the Act is to ensure maritime safety in Finnish waters.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/pilotage-act-reform-aims-to-ensure-maritime-safety-in-finnish-waters
  14. 12.4.2023 | On 12 April 2023, the Ministry of Transport and Communications published a report on the opportunities provided by the introduction of the standard European track gauge in Finland and on the related impacts. Preliminary estimates show that the costs of the considered alternative implementations are significant in relation to the benefits. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/report-shows-that-changing-the-track-gauge-would-not-be-cost-effective
  15. 16.6.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal on the implementation of the EU Digital Services Act and on the collegial body to be set up at the Transport and Communications Agency Traficom for imposing sanction fees. The deadline for submitting comments is 18 August 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposal-implementing-eu-digital-services-act-sent-out-for-comments
  16. 12.9.2022 | The Transport and Communications Agency Traficom reported on 12 September 2022 that the number of cyber attacks has increased globally this year. After a quieter period in the spring, activity towards Finland has also increased.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-harakka-sustained-funding-for-cyber-security-must-be-ensured
  17. 27.1.2023 | Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka will lead a Team Finland delegation to visit South Korea on 29-31 January 2023 to promote exports. The business delegation has 20 members representing the 5G, 6G, quantum technology, space and satellite sectors.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-to-lead-a-team-finland-delegation-to-visit-south-korea-1925112
  18. 24.1.2024 | Finland has successfully applied for EU funding from the European Commission, which awarded EUR 39.45 million from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) to seven military mobility projects in Finland. As the sum applied for was EUR 43.16 million, this call for proposals was a great success for Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/eur-39.45-million-in-eu-funding-awarded-to-finland-for-seven-military-mobility-projects
  19. 9.10.2023 | In accordance with the Government Programme of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, the Ministry of Transport and Communications has started preparations to make the halving of fairway dues permanent. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/fairway-dues-to-be-permanently-halved-in-two-stages-
  20. 26.10.2023 | Finnish companies apply for EU funding for building recharging points for electric cars in the Baltic States and for hydrogen stations for heavy goods vehicles in Finland and Denmark. The Ministerial Finance Committee endorsed the applications on 26 October 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finnish-companies-apply-for-eu-support-for-electricity-and-hydrogen-refuelling-stations
  21. 6.2.2023 | Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka opened, on 6 February 2023, the Elements of 6G Unleashed organised by Business Finland and 6G Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-harakka-opened-business-finland-s-6g-seminar
  22. 8.12.2022 | On 8 December 2022, the Government appointed Rauli Paananen, Master of Culture and Arts, as National Cyber Security Director. His term of office will begin on 1 January 2023 and last until 31 December 2027.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/rauli-paananen-appointed-as-national-cyber-security-director
  23. 16.2.2023 | On 16 February 2023, the President of the Republic approved amendments to the Aviation Act, the Act on Transport Services and the Territorial Surveillance Act. In future, the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency can establish an airspace where unmanned aircraft, i.e. drones, could be operated in a more controlled manner with the support of different services. The permission process for air navigat...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/amendments-to-the-aviation-act-concerning-air-navigation-obstacles-and-the-use-of-drones-1943405
  24. 22.6.2022 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications published a memorandum on 22 June 2022 concerning the must carry obligation for television and radio programming. A legislative project decision was also issued with a view to amending the provisions of the Information Society Code (917/2014) governing the must carry obligation for radio programming.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/amendment-proposed-to-the-must-carry-obligation-for-radio-programming
  25. 1.6.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has invited comments on the assessment memorandum concerning passenger rail services in the 2030s. The consultation period ran from 3 April to 19 May 2023. The memorandum provides a knowledge base for making decisions on the organisation of passenger rail traffic in the 2030s. The Ministry has received 75 comments.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/organisation-of-passenger-rail-traffic-to-change-in-2030s-summary-of-opinions-on-assessment-memorandum
  26. 21.5.2026 | Special Address by the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development of Finland, H.E. Ville Tavio at the LDC Future Forum on 20 May 2026, Helsinki, Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/speech-by-minister-for-foreign-trade-and-development-of-finland-ville-tavio-at-the-ldc-future-forum
  27. 7.6.2022 | In April 2022, the Ministry of Transport and Communications appointed the Saimaa Canal Advisory Board for a third term. The Advisory Board held its first meeting on 7 June to discuss topical issues related to the Saimaa Canal and the waterway transport in the Saimaa region.   
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/saimaa-canal-advisory-board-to-continue-for-a-third-term
  28. 10.11.2022 | On 10 November 2022, the Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament on the European Media Freedom Act (MFA), outlining Finland's positions on the Act. Finland as a rule supports the aim of the Act 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/finland-supports-the-objectives-of-the-european-media-freedom-act-1874983
  29. 13.7.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for acts amending the Vessel Traffic Service Act and certain related acts.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/request-for-comments-draft-proposal-for-acts-amending-the-vessel-traffic-service-act-and-certain-related-acts
  30. 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
  31. 12.9.2022 | The Transport and Communications Agency Traficom reported on 12 September 2022 that the number of cyber attacks has increased globally this year. After a quieter period in the spring, activity towards Finland has also increased.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-sustained-funding-for-cyber-security-must-be-ensured-1829472
  32. 20.6.2022 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for the Vessel Traffic Service Act and for certain other acts.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/comments-invited-on-the-proposal-for-the-vessel-traffic-service-act
  33. 10.11.2022 | On 10 November 2022, the Government proposed that the act on the Universal Postal Union (UPU) Convention be adopted. Provisions on the entry into force of the Act are issued by government decree.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-national-adoption-of-the-new-universal-postal-union-convention
  34. 23.3.2023 | Summer time, or Daylight Saving Time, begins in the coming weekend, in the night between Saturday and Sunday. The clocks will be moved forward one hour this Sunday 26 March, at 03.00.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/clocks-go-forward-as-summer-time-begins-this-sunday-26-march
  35. 7.12.2022 | The EU's telecommunications ministers convened in Brussels on 6 December 2022. Finland was represented by State Secretary Pilvi Torsti. The meeting dealt with various proposals for regulations promoting digitalisation and its use.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/the-eu-s-telecommunications-council-adopts-the-general-approaches-on-artificial-intelligence-and-eidas-regulations-1891936
  36. 24.11.2023 | The Assembly of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) will meet in London from 27 November to 6 December 2022. Finland is a candidate for membership in the IMO Council. The configuration of the incoming Council will be subject to a vote by the Assembly on 1 December. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/imo-assembly-to-decide-on-finland-s-membership-in-the-council
  37. 8.12.2022 | On 8 December 2022, the Government appointed Rauli Paananen, Master of Culture and Arts, as National Cyber Security Director. His term of office will begin on 1 January 2023 and last until 31 December 2027.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/rauli-paananen-appointed-as-national-cyber-security-director-1887661
  38. 25.3.2022 | The Saimaa Canal delegates have decided that the traffic season in the Canal will start on 28 March 2022 at 06.00.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/saimaa-canal-open-as-of-monday-28-march
  39. 20.3.2023 | Permanent Secretary Minna Kivimäki will visit Brussels on 20-22 March 2023 to exert influence on EU decision-making. She will meet, among others, representatives of the European Commission. Items on the agenda include topical and future transport and communications initiatives and projects.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/permanent-secretary-minna-kivimaki-to-exert-influence-on-eu-decision-making-during-visit-to-brussels
  40. 17.10.2023 | At the Environment Council meeting on 16 October 2023, the Member States of the European Union adopted a general approach on CO2 emissions restrictions for new heavy-duty vehicles.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/general-approach-on-co2-emissions-of-heavy-duty-vehicles-adopted-by-the-eu-s-environment-council
  41. 17.11.2022 | The Government proposes that the Vehicles Act and certain acts related to it be amended. The Government submitted a proposal on the matter to Parliament on 17 November 2022.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-amendments-to-the-vehicles-act
  42. 18.9.2023 | The State of Finland, represented by the Ministry of Transport and Communications and in cooperation with the Ministry of Finance, is starting negotiations with the current shareholders of Finnish Rail Ltd to change the purpose of the company to cover only the planning of the Airport Line. At the same time, the name of the company will be changed to Lentorata Oy. In addition, other amendments to the shareholder agreement and the articles of association required by this will be negotiated.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/airport-line-project-to-be-advanced-in-accordance-with-the-government-programme-
  43. 28.8.2026 | Kesäranta, the Prime Minister’s official residence, will open its doors to the public on Saturday 12 September at 9.00. At the open house event, members of the public will have the opportunity to tour the main building’s reception facilities and Kesäranta park.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/open-house-at-kesaranta-on-12-september-2026
  44. 6.2.2023 | Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka opened, on 6 February 2023, the Elements of 6G Unleashed organised by Business Finland and 6G Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-opened-business-finland-s-6g-seminar-1936831
  45. 31.5.2022 | For the second time, the Government has extended the deadline for granting network licences for the so-called 700 MHz spectrum in Åland Islands.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/decision-on-network-licences-for-aland-islands-deferred-for-the-second-time
  46. 5.10.2023 | On 5 October 2023, the Government submitted a proposal to Parliament for an act amending the Act on Fixed-Term Subsidies for Purchasing and Converting Vehicles to Use Alternative Fuels or Propulsion Systems.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/purchase-and-conversion-subsidies-to-cover-hydrogen-powered-vans-and-trucks
  47. 23.5.2022 | Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka will attend the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on 23-25 May 2022. The World Economic Forum brings together the world's most influential political and business leaders, and representatives of research, the media and other fields of expertise, to seek solutions to global challenges together. Russia's war of aggression...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-to-world-economic-forum-in-davos-1750282
  48. 7.2.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications will start preparing a government proposal to amend the Act on Fixed-Term Subsidies for the Purchase of Vehicles Powered by Alternative Fuels. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/legislative-project-to-be-launched-on-amending-purchase-subsidy-schemes-for-vehicles
  49. 30.3.2023 | On 30 March 2023, the Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament concerning the European Commission’s proposal on stricter carbon dioxide emission limits for new heavy-duty vehicles placed on the market. The Government supports the Commission’s proposal on stricter CO2 emission limits for heavy-duty vehicles.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-supports-stricter-co2-emission-limits-for-heavy-duty-vehicles-biogas-to-be-taken-into-account
  50. 16.2.2023 | On 16 February 2023, the President of the Republic approved amendments to the Postal Act. At the same time, provisions on government grants for newspaper delivery included in the Postal Act were confirmed. The support will be regulated in more detail in a government decree. The aim is to ensure equal access to postal services as well as to secure the conditions for the five-day delivery of newspapers across Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/postal-act-amended-to-secure-mail-delivery-in-changing-operating-environment
  51. 31.8.2023 | The Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament on the European Commission's proposal for amending the Weights and Dimensions Directive.  The proposal is in line with the main objectives of Finland’s proactive efforts to exert influence on the matter.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-finland-s-efforts-to-influence-the-eu-weights-and-dimensions-directive-successful
  52. 2.5.2022 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has published a report on the Finnish shipping market, describing the current state of the market and assessing trends in the industry until 2030.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/report-the-finnish-shipping-market-is-working-well
  53. 4.10.2023 | Digital transactions increase public services that are independent of time and place, and boost the efficiency and sustainability of administration. The ministerial working group on reforming society has determined the principles for promoting official digital transactions over the present government term.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/ministerial-working-group-prioritises-digital-transactions
  54. 17.11.2022 | On 17 November 2022, the Government submitted to Parliament a proposal for an overall reform of the Pilotage Act. The aim of the proposal is to ensure maritime safety in Finnish waters.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-reforms-the-pilotage-act-aim-is-to-ensure-maritime-safety
  55. 7.6.2022 | In April 2022, the Ministry of Transport and Communications appointed the Saimaa Canal Advisory Board for a third term. The Advisory Board held its first meeting on 7 June to discuss topical issues related to the Saimaa Canal and the waterway transport in the Saimaa region.   
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/saimaa-canal-advisory-board-to-continue-for-a-third-term-1768333
  56. 10.11.2022 | On 10 November 2022, the Government submitted to Parliament a legislative proposal on enforcing the amendments to the international agreement between Finland and Sweden on taxi services across the border. The agreement concerns taxi transport services across the Finnish-Swedish border.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-enforcement-of-the-amendments-to-agreement-on-taxi-services-across-the-finnish-swedish-border
  57. 20.11.2023 | A high-level conference of the International Civil Aviation Organization, ICAO, will discuss the organisation's vision for cleaner sources of energy, including sustainable and low-carbon aviation fuels, on 20–24 November 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/international-civil-aviation-organization-to-discuss-sustainable-aviation-fuels
  58. 22.8.2023 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications invites comments on the government proposal for amending the Act on Electronic Communication Services. The proposal would implement the amendments to the Radio Equipment Directive harmonising the charging of mobile phones and tablets, for example. The deadline for submitting comments is 29 September 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposal-on-common-charger-for-electronic-devices-sent-out-for-comments-aim-is-to-make-charging-easier
  59. 13.11.2024 | New trilateral arrangement formalizes collaboration on the production of Arctic and polar icebreakers
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/united-states-canada-and-finland-sign-mou-to-build-arctic-and-polar-icebreakers
  60. 17.2.2023 | Aalto University and the Ministry of Transport and Communications are implementing the extensive Cyber Citizen Project to create a common model for teaching cybersecurity skills to citizens in the EU Member States. As part of the project, on 17 February 2023 Aalto University published a comprehensive report on the current state of teaching cybersecurity skills to citizens throughout the European Union.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-creates-common-model-for-eu-member-states-for-teaching-cybersecurity-skills-to-citizens