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30.10.2024 | The European Commission has selected communications projects to receive funding from the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF). In the third round of calls for proposals under the CEF Digital programme, two projects coordinated by Finnish operators received a total of around EUR 21.07 million in funding. This press release corrects information published (in Finnish) in a press release on 29 October 2024.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-to-receive-eur-21.07-million-in-eu-funding-for-communications-projects
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25.2.2021 | The Government has decided how Finland will apply the EU Regulation on the extension of derogations in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-decided-not-to-apply-certain-exemptions-from-road-transport-rules
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18.4.2024 | The Government gave a proposal to Parliament by which the amendments to the Road Traffic Convention would be approved and brought into force. The main objective of the amendments is to coordinate the International Road Traffic Convention with the current UN Regulations concerning lighting devices.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-approval-of-amendments-to-road-traffic-convention
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25.2.2021 | The Government has decided how Finland will apply the EU Regulation on the extension of derogations in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-decided-not-to-apply-certain-exemptions-from-road-transport-rules-1259399
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2.6.2022 | On 2 June 2022, the Transport Council of the European Union adopted a general approach on three legislative proposals included in the EU Fit for 55 package.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-s-goals-well-taken-into-account-in-the-agreement-reached-by-the-transport-council-on-the-eu-climate-package-1762257
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27.10.2021 | A legislative amendment is proposed that would allow cable ferries to be increasingly controlled by means of a virtual guiding cable instead of a physical cable. The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the matter by 24 November 2021.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/comments-requested-on-authorising-the-transport-and-communications-agency-to-issue-orders-regarding-virtual-cables-on-cable-ferries
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5.5.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has, on 4 May 2021, invited comments about a draft government resolution on the promotion of transport automation. The resolution applies to all modes of transport. It opens up the current state of the development of automation and outlines the possible directions this development may take.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/transport-automation-benefits-all-of-society-draft-resolution-sent-out-for-comments
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22.8.2024 | A working group appointed by the Ministry of Transport and Communications has started its work to promote 6G communications technologies. The aim is to prepare a national 6G roadmap and to encourage cooperation and exchange of information in the field of future-generation wireless network technologies. Members of the working group represent key central government bodies as well as stakeholders in the research and business sector.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/working-group-to-promote-national-6g-cooperation-and-finland-s-leading-role-in-mobile-communications-networks
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22.4.2021 | On 22 April 2021, the Government appointed Minna Kivimäki, Master of Laws, as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Communications.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minna-kivimaki-appointed-permanent-secretary-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications
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22.4.2021 | On 22 April 2021, the Government appointed Minna Kivimäki, Master of Laws, as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Communications.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minna-kivimaki-appointed-permanent-secretary-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications-1268261
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2.6.2021 | The transport and telecommunications ministers of the European Union will meet in Luxembourg on 3-4 June 2021. In the meeting, Finland will be represented by Minister of Transport and Communications Timo Harakka.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-attends-a-meeting-of-the-eu-transport-and-telecommunications-council-1361253
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2.6.2022 | On 2 June 2022, the Government proposed a new act on a fixed-term fuel subsidy, which would compensate transport companies for the sudden rise in fuel prices caused by Russia’s attack on Ukraine in February. The subsidy would apply to road transport of goods and passengers.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/transport-companies-to-receive-a-temporary-fuel-subsidy
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18.3.2021 | On 18 March the Ministry of Transport and Communications published a draft summary of opinions on the national transport system plan for 2021-2032 and an assessment of its impacts.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/summary-of-opinions-national-transport-system-plan-ensures-long-term-progress-1263009
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3.3.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has appointed an cross-sectoral working group of public officials to prepare for and assess the implementation of an emissions trading scheme for the national road transport sector. The work is part of the process to prepare the Roadmap to fossil-free transport.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/preparation-of-emissions-trading-in-the-national-road-transport-sector-starts-working-group-appointed
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5.6.2024 | NATO’s Civil Communications Planning Group (CCPG) will hold a workshop in Helsinki on 5–6 June 2024. The workshop will discuss emerging and disruptive technologies. It is organised by the Finnish Ministry of Transport and Communications.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/nato-civil-communications-planning-group-to-discuss-emerging-and-disruptive-technologies-in-helsinki
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12.5.2021 | On 12 May, the Government approved the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2022-2025. The Plan includes the decision on spending limits for central government finances.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/appropriations-in-the-general-government-fiscal-plan-for-the-administrative-branch-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications
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30.9.2024 | The Marine Environment Protection Committee of the International Maritime Organization convenes in London from 30 September to 4 October 2024. The 82nd session of the Committee continues the negotiations on global actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from shipping. The topics include the package of a possible fuel standard and a price for carbon emissions. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Communications Minna Kivimäki attends the session on 30 September–2 October 2024.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/international-maritime-organization-continues-negotiations-on-actions-to-reduce-greenhouse-gas-emissions
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13.6.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the Government’s draft proposal to Parliament for an act amending the Act on Fairway Dues.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/proposal-to-amend-the-act-on-fairway-dues-sent-out-for-comments
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27.10.2021 | A legislative amendment is proposed that would allow cable ferries to be increasingly controlled by means of a virtual guiding cable instead of a physical cable. The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the matter by 24 November 2021.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/comments-requested-on-authorising-the-transport-and-communications-agency-to-issue-orders-regarding-virtual-cables-on-cable-ferries-1556768
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5.5.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has, on 4 May 2021, invited comments about a draft government resolution on the promotion of transport automation. The resolution applies to all modes of transport. It opens up the current state of the development of automation and outlines the possible directions this development may take.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/transport-automation-benefits-all-of-society-draft-resolution-sent-out-for-comments-1291834
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4.8.2022 | On 4 August 2022, the Government proposed that the President of the Republic approve the Act on Fixed-Term Fuel Subsidy for Transport Companies and, based on a resolution approved by Parliament, decided to study whether it would be possible to support operators using light fuel oil as well.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/transport-companies-to-receive-a-temporary-fuel-subsidy-1
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3.2.2022 | In November 2021, the European Commission issued a proposal for a Regulation on measures against transport operators. The aim is to prevent trafficking in persons or smuggling of migrants into the territory of the European Union. On 3 February 2022, the Government submitted a communication on a European Union matter, or Union communication, concerning the proposal for a Regulation to Parliament.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/the-eu-aims-to-tackle-trafficking-in-persons-and-smuggling-of-migrants-more-effectively-through-a-regulation-on-transport-operators
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24.3.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a legislative project with the aim of amending the Driving Licence Act. The project was motivated by a need to improve road safety, especially for young drivers.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministry-of-transport-and-communications-to-draft-an-amendment-to-the-driving-licence-act
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13.1.2022 | The Government is proposing a legislative amendment that would allow cable ferries to be increasingly controlled by means of a virtual guiding cable instead of a physical cable. The Government submitted its proposal to Parliament on 13 January 2022.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-authorisation-to-the-finnish-transport-and-communications-agency-to-issue-orders-on-technical-requirements-for-virtual-ca-1630970
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13.1.2022 | The Government is proposing a legislative amendment that would allow cable ferries to be increasingly controlled by means of a virtual guiding cable instead of a physical cable. The Government submitted its proposal to Parliament on 13 January 2022.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-authorisation-to-the-finnish-transport-and-communications-agency-to-issue-orders-on-technical-requirements-for-virtual-cables-in-ferry-traffic
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16.2.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications appoints an intersectoral working group of public officials to assess and make preparations for an emissions trading scheme in the national road transport sector. The work is part of the preparations for the Roadmap for fossil-free transport.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/working-group-to-assess-the-implementation-of-emissions-trading-scheme-in-national-road-transport
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3.2.2022 | In November 2021, the European Commission issued a proposal for a Regulation on measures against transport operators. The aim is to prevent trafficking in persons or smuggling of migrants into the territory of the European Union. On 3 February 2022, the Government submitted a communication on a European Union matter, or Union communication, concerning the proposal for a Regulation to Parliament.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/the-eu-aims-to-tackle-trafficking-in-persons-and-smuggling-of-migrants-more-effectively-through-a-regulation-on-transport-operators-1656808
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3.3.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has appointed an cross-sectoral working group of public officials to prepare for and assess the implementation of an emissions trading scheme for the national road transport sector. The work is part of the process to prepare the Roadmap to fossil-free transport.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/preparation-of-emissions-trading-in-the-national-road-transport-sector-starts-working-group-appointed-1262244
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13.3.2024 | On 13 March 2024, the Ministry of Transport and Communications published the results of a survey on the future need for broadband aid. The survey assesses previous broadband aid schemes, the current state of the markets and any need for a new aid scheme.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/the-ministry-has-published-the-results-of-a-survey-on-the-need-for-broadband-aid
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7.11.2024 | On 7 November 2024, the Government granted radio programme licences for a new nationwide frequency block 26, and for 20 individual frequencies in a supplementary application round. Licences were issued to different parts of Finland, including to local radio broadcasting operators.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-grants-radio-programme-licences-in-supplementary-application-round-new-operator-enters-market
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22.11.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a monitoring project to assess the impacts of the legislative amendments that were needed to implement the Directive establishing the European Electronic Communications Code (EECC). The Code regulates electronic communications (telecoms) networks and services. The Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom will carry out the impact assessment under the Ministry's guidance.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/project-launched-to-assess-impacts-of-european-electronic-communications-code
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27.9.2024 | Finland has joined the US-led multilateral declaration on submarine cable security. The parties to the declaration agreed on common objectives and means for improving the security and resilience of submarine cables.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-joins-new-york-declaration-on-submarine-cable-security
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21.1.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft National Transport System Plan for 2021-2032 and its impact assessment. The deadline for submitting comments is 23 February 2021.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/comments-invited-on-the-national-transport-system-plan-and-its-impact-assessment
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29.7.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications will hold a stakeholder event on the preparation of the Transport Safety Strategy on Tuesday 10 August 2021 at 13-15. The event is by invitation, but anyone interested can watch it live. Participants other than invited guests will also have the opportunity to present comments and ask questions during the event.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/get-involved-and-have-your-say-stakeholder-event-on-transport-safety-strategy-to-be-held-as-webcast
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30.9.2021 | The Government submitted four Union communications to Parliament on 30 September 2021 concerning legislative proposals for transport. These communications address the tightening of CO2 emission limits for motor vehicles, development of a distribution infrastructure for alternative fuels, and an increase in the use of alternative fuels in aviation and maritime transport.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-submits-four-union-communications-to-parliament-outlining-positions-on-eu-climate-initiatives-for-transport-1537752
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25.4.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a legislative project to restart the collection of fairway dues in full from 2025 onwards.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/fairway-dues-to-be-collected-in-full
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15.9.2021 | How much does teleworking reduce emissions from transport? What about transport services or combined transport? Three studies provide new information on ways to reduce emissions.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/new-information-on-the-impacts-of-teleworking-and-new-transport-services-on-greenhouse-gas-emissions
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27.6.2024 | The Government proposes that the President of the Republic approve the amendments to the Act on Fixed-Term Subsidies for Purchasing and Converting Vehicles to Use Alternative Fuels or Propulsion Systems.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/amendments-to-the-act-on-purchase-subsidy-schemes
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27.6.2024 | On 27 June 2024, the Government appointed the Advisory Board for Network Security for a new term of office. The Advisory Board aims to assess and improve national security in communications networks. The Board’s term of office is from 1 July 2024 to 31 December 2027.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/advisory-board-for-network-security-appointed-for-its-third-term-of-office
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14.7.2021 | Finland supports systematic measures for achieving climate neutrality in the European Union by 2050. Transport will play an important role in achieving this goal. Published on 14 July 2021, the Commission proposal on climate action covers road traffic, maritime transport and aviation.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-harakka-eu-measures-to-reduce-transport-emissions-must-be-effective-and-fair
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16.2.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications appoints an intersectoral working group of public officials to assess and make preparations for an emissions trading scheme in the national road transport sector. The work is part of the preparations for the Roadmap for fossil-free transport.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/working-group-to-assess-the-implementation-of-emissions-trading-scheme-in-national-road-transport-1258618
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21.1.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft National Transport System Plan for 2021-2032 and its impact assessment. The deadline for submitting comments is 23 February 2021.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/comments-invited-on-the-national-transport-system-plan-and-its-impact-assessment-1252510
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19.9.2022 | Fuel prices have been rising fast, partly due to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine. To curb the rapid rise in prices, the Government decided earlier this year to lower the renewable fuel distribution obligation in 2022. Now the Government is proposing the same reduction of 7.5 percentage points for 2023.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/lower-distribution-obligation-for-transport-fuels-to-continue-in-2023
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24.3.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a legislative project with the aim of amending the Driving Licence Act. The project was motivated by a need to improve road safety, especially for young drivers.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/ministry-of-transport-and-communications-to-draft-an-amendment-to-the-driving-licence-act-1263497
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12.5.2021 | On 12 May, the Government approved the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2022-2025. The Plan includes the decision on spending limits for central government finances.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/appropriations-in-the-general-government-fiscal-plan-for-the-administrative-branch-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications-1309766
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16.8.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has launched a legislative project to amend the Act on the Finnish Broadcasting Company, Yle.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/act-on-the-finnish-broadcasting-company-to-be-amended-to-increase-openness
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8.5.2024 | On 8 May 2024, the Government submitted a legislative proposal to Parliament on amending the Act on Fixed-Term Subsidies for the Purchase of Vehicles Powered by Alternative Fuels.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-amendments-to-the-act-on-purchase-subsidy-schemes
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29.7.2021 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications will hold a stakeholder event on the preparation of the Transport Safety Strategy on Tuesday 10 August 2021 at 13-15. The event is by invitation, but anyone interested can watch it live. Participants other than invited guests will also have the opportunity to present comments and ask questions during the event.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/get-involved-and-have-your-say-stakeholder-event-on-transport-safety-strategy-to-be-held-as-webcast-1454271
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13.6.2024 | The President of the Republic approved amendments to the Act on Electronic Communications Services on 13 June 2024. The amendments concern two acts but in practice affect the validity of certain provisions of the Act on Electronic Communications Services. The amendments will enter into force before the validity period of the current provisions expires at the end of June and in the beginning of July 2024.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/act-on-electronic-communications-services-to-be-amended
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30.4.2021 | On 29 April the Finnish Government decided its policy positions for the remainder of its term and the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2022-2025, resolving to increase spending limits and reallocate outlays.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/mid-term-policy-review-and-spending-limits-session-policies-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications
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14.7.2021 | Finland supports systematic measures for achieving climate neutrality in the European Union by 2050. Transport will play an important role in achieving this goal. Published on 14 July 2021, the Commission proposal on climate action covers road traffic, maritime transport and aviation.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-harakka-eu-measures-to-reduce-transport-emissions-must-be-effective-and-fair-1440227
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25.4.2024 | On 25 April 2024, the Government submitted to Parliament a proposal to amend the Act on Electronic Communications Services. The must-carry obligation for radio programmes would be removed from the Act, the provision on the revocation of radio licences would be amended and other technical amendments would be made.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-waiving-the-must-carry-obligation-for-radio
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27.5.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for an act amending the Act on the Finnish Meteorological Institute and for an Act amending the Act on the Defence Forces. The amendments would enable the establishment of a space situational awareness centre in Finland. The deadline for submitting comments is 30 June 2024.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/draft-act-on-the-establishment-of-a-space-situational-awareness-centre-circulated-for-comments
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15.9.2021 | How much does teleworking reduce emissions from transport? What about transport services or combined transport? Three studies provide new information on ways to reduce emissions.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/new-information-on-the-impacts-of-teleworking-and-new-transport-services-on-greenhouse-gas-emissions-1510312
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27.5.2021 | The Government has on 27 May 2021 outlined measures aimed at more efficient, safer and climate-friendly transport in its resolution on the digitalisation of logistics. The goal is also to promote the industry's digital know-how and ensure a level playing field.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-resolution-digitalisation-of-logistics-brings-improved-efficiency-and-sustainability-in-transport
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26.5.2021 | On 26 May, the Ministry of Finance published Finland's Sustainable Growth Programme and the Recovery and Resilience Plan it includes. The Government is due to adopt the programme on 27 May.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/projects-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications-in-finland-s-sustainable-growth-programme-promote-digitalisation-and-green-transition
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14.6.2024 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has appointed a high-level interministerial working group, called the Digital Panel, to identify opportunities provided by the digital transformation, the data economy and new technologies. The Digital Panel will offer inputs to provide direction for Finland’s digital development.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/digital-panel-appointed-to-identify-opportunities-and-challenges-of-technological-development
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27.3.2024 | The Council of the European Union adopted the European Media Freedom Act (EMFA) on 26 March 2024. The EMFA will change the way media is regulated.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/council-of-the-eu-adopts-european-media-freedom-act
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30.10.2024 | The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has audited more than half of its Member States. The IMO Member State Audit Scheme (IMSAS) ensures that Member States fulfil their international obligations and develop their maritime administration. Finland's audit takes place between 28 October and 4 November 2024 in Helsinki.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/international-maritime-organization-audits-finnish-maritime-administration
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3.10.2024 | On 3 October 2024, the Ministry of Transport and Communications has set forth a regulation project to change the taxi service regulation in the Act on Transport Services. The government proposal is due to be submitted to Parliament during the autumn session of 2025.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/progress-in-preparatory-work-on-taxi-regulation-regulation-project-begins