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  1. Matias Marttinen to serve as Minister of Employment - Finnish Government

    28.4.2025 | Member of Parliament Matias Marttinen will take up his post as the new Minister of Employment on Tuesday 6 May 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/matias-marttinen-to-serve-as-minister-of-employment-

  2. Rapporteur to draw up roadmap on opportunities and impacts of data economy – work kicks off at meeting with Prime Minister and actors in the field - Finnish Government

    24.6.2025 | A data economy roundtable convened by Prime Minister Petteri Orpo brought together actors and experts in the field to discuss topical issues related to the data economy and data centre investments on Tuesday 24 June.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/rapporteur-to-draw-up-roadmap-on-opportunities-and-impacts-of-data-economy-work-kicks-off-at-meeting-with-prime-minister-and-actors-in-the-field

  3. Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen: Parliament’s decision to accept Finland’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention will strengthen security in Finland - Finnish Government

    19.6.2025 | Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen: Parliament’s decision to accept Finland’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention will strengthen security in Finland Ministry of Defence Publication date 19.6.2025 15.22 Type: Press release On 19 June 2025, the F...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-parliament-s-decision-to-accept-finland-s-withdrawal-from-the-ottawa-convention-will-strengthen-security-in-finland

  4. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses March European Council - Finnish Government

    19.3.2025 | At its meeting on Wednesday 19 March, the Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for the March European Council and Euro Summit (20–21 March) and on the EU High Representative’s proposal for increasing military support to Ukraine, which will be discussed at the European Council.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-march-european-council

  5. Minister of Defence Häkkänen decided on participation of Defence Forces in international training and exercises in 2026 - Finnish Government

    30.5.2025 | Minister of Defence Häkkänen decided on participation of Defence Forces in international training and exercises in 2026 Ministry of Defence Publication date 30.5.2025 12.00 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen has decided on the ...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-hakkanen-decided-on-participation-of-defence-forces-in-international-training-and-exercises-in-2026

  6. Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to visit Lebanon and Jordan - Finnish Government

    25.5.2025 | Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will visit Lebanon and Jordan on 26–27 May. While in Lebanon, she will also visit the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-elina-valtonen-to-visit-lebanon-and-jordan

  7. Minister Ranne: Young people in Finland have the right to safe driving – we must ensure better knowledge, skills and attitudes - Finnish Government

    8.4.2025 | Young people’s traffic safety has recently gained widespread attention following the tragic traffic accidents in Nurmijärvi.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-young-people-in-finland-have-the-right-to-safe-driving-we-must-ensure-better-knowledge-skills-and-attitudes-

  8. EU Member States pledge to continue to support Ukraine and develop European defence - Finnish Government

    27.6.2025 | The EU heads of state and government made important decisions to enhance security at the European Council in Brussels on 26 June. Support for Ukraine will continue and measures to strengthen European defence will be accelerated. The leaders also discussed the EU’s relations with the rest of the world and European competitiveness. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo represented Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/eu-member-states-pledge-to-continue-to-support-ukraine-and-develop-european-defence

  9. Prime Minister Orpo calls for stronger EU single market – Commission Executive Vice-President Séjourné visiting Finland - Finnish Government

    12.6.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo called for swift reform of the EU single market in his meeting with Executive Vice-President of the European Commission Stéphane Séjourné on Thursday 12 June in Helsinki. Executive Vice-President Séjourné is responsible for prosperity and industrial strategy.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-calls-for-stronger-eu-single-market-commission-executive-vice-president-sejourne-visiting-finland

  10. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs outlines Finland’s positions for June European Council - Finnish Government

    25.6.2025 | In its meeting on Wednesday 25 June, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for June European Council to be held on 26–27 June in Brussels. The ministerial committee also discussed preparations for the EU’s next multiannual financial framework.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-outlines-finland-s-positions-for-june-european-council-1

  11. Algerian Foreign Minister Ahmed Attaf to meet Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen in Helsinki - Finnish Government

    22.4.2025 | The Algerian Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, National Community Abroad and African Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, will visit Helsinki on 24 April and meet Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/algerian-foreign-minister-ahmed-attaf-to-meet-foreign-minister-elina-valtonen-in-helsinki

  12. Finland to supply ammunition to Ukraine by using proceeds from frozen Russian assets - Finnish Government

    19.5.2025 | Finland has been selected as one of the states implementing European Union measures to supply Ukraine with defence materiel using proceeds from frozen Russian assets.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-to-supply-ammunition-to-ukraine-by-using-proceeds-from-frozen-russian-assets

  13. Prime Minister Orpo and Prime Minister of Luxembourg Luc Frieden to meet in Helsinki - Finnish Government

    2.5.2025 | The Prime Minister of Luxembourg, Luc Frieden, will visit Finland on Tuesday 6 May at the invitation of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-and-prime-minister-of-luxembourg-luc-frieden-to-meet-in-helsinki

  14. Finland once again ranks first in implementation of Sustainable Development Goals - Finnish Government

    22.7.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo led Finland’s delegation to the UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development in New York on Monday 21 and Tuesday 22 July. The forum took stock of global progress on the Sustainable Development Goals.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-once-again-ranks-first-in-implementation-of-sustainable-development-goals

  15. Minister Valtonen to attend meeting of the Council of the Baltic Sea States in Estonia - Finnish Government

    14.5.2025 | Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will attend the foreign ministers’ meeting of the Council of the Baltic Sea States (CBSS) in Vihula, Estonia, on 15–16 May.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-valtonen-to-attend-meeting-of-the-council-of-the-baltic-sea-states-in-estonia

  16. Finland supports Commission’s proposal concerning 90 per cent emission reduction target by 2040 - Finnish Government

    2.7.2025 | The European Commission has published a legislative proposal on the emission reduction target for 2040. The Commission proposes a net emission reduction target of 90 per cent by 2040 compared to the 1990 levels.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/finland-supports-commission-s-proposal-concerning-90-per-cent-emission-reduction-target-by-2040

  17. Minister of Employment Marttinen to attend ILO’s International Labour Conference - Finnish Government

    5.6.2025 | Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen will attend the International Labour Conference organised by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Geneva on 5−6 June 2025. During his visit, Marttinen will meet ILO’s Director General Gilbert F. Houngbo and other management of the organisation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-employment-marttinen-to-attend-ilo-s-international-labour-conference

  18. International Conference on Financing for Development begins in Seville – Minister Tavio to represent Finland - Finnish Government

    30.6.2025 | The United Nations’ fourth International Conference on Financing for Development will take place in Seville, Spain, from 30 June to 3 July. The aim of the conference is to reform the international financial architecture for development cooperation and accelerate funding for sustainable development. Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will represent Finland at the conference.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/international-conference-on-financing-for-development-begins-in-seville-minister-tavio-to-represent-finland

  19. Government submits supplementary budget proposal to Parliament - Finnish Government

    27.2.2025 | On Thursday 27 February, the Government submitted a supplementary budget proposal for 2025 to Parliament. The key proposal in the supplementary budget is an increase to the defence materiel assistance provided to Ukraine. The proposal also includes an increase to revenue estimates.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-submits-supplementary-budget-proposal-to-parliament-4

  20. Foreign Minister Valtonen to attend UN peacekeeping ministerial meeting - Finnish Government

    12.5.2025 | Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will attend the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial in Berlin on 13–14 May.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-valtonen-to-attend-un-peacekeeping-ministerial-meeting

  21. Consultation process: Scrapping premium scheme to boost new car sales and modernise Finland’s vehicle fleet - Finnish Government

    27.6.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is inviting comments on a draft government proposal for a new act on scrapping premiums for passenger cars for the years 2026–2027. The deadline for submitting comments is 5 August 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/consultation-process-scrapping-premium-scheme-to-boost-new-car-sales-and-modernise-finland-s-vehicle-fleet

  22. OSCE Chair Finland to convene international conference on climate and security - Finnish Government

    9.6.2025 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs will host a Conference on Climate and Security in cooperation with the Ministry of the Environment in Hanasaari, Espoo, on 11 June. The Conference is a one of the main events of Finland’s OSCE Chairpersonship. Experts will discuss a range of issues on climate, peace and security at the event, including the environmental and climate impacts of conflicts and the role of businesses and civil society in strengthening climate security.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/osce-chair-finland-to-convene-international-conference-on-climate-and-security

  23. Minister Strand to attend meeting of European affairs ministers in Warsaw - Finnish Government

    17.2.2025 | The Polish Presidency of the Council of the European Union will organise an informal meeting of Ministers for European Affairs in Warsaw on 17–18 February. The ministers will discuss the EU’s next multiannual financial framework and exchange views on strengthening Europe’s crisis preparedness. They will also discuss hybrid threats and preparedness together with countries aspiring to join the EU. Minis...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministeri-strand-eurooppaministerikokoukseen-varsovaan-1

  24. Finland participates in capital increase of IDB Invest, an investment company operating in Latin America and the Caribbean - Finnish Government

    13.6.2025 | The Government approved Finland’s participation in the third capital increase of IDB Invest, an investment company of the Inter-American Development Bank Group. Through the capital increase, IDB Invest will boost its lending and investments in the private sector and improve its risk-taking capacity and ability to leverage private capital to achieve broader development goals.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-participates-in-capital-increase-of-idb-invest-an-investment-company-operating-in-latin-america-and-the-caribbean

  25. Ministerial Finance Committee recommends aid to three demonstration projects on new energy technology - Finnish Government

    5.6.2025 | On 5 June 2025, the Ministerial Finance Committee of the Finnish Government -approved in favour of granting investment aid totalling EUR 49.5 to three demonstration projects on new energy technology. The projects concern the production of renewable methanol, liquefied biomethane and bioethanol. Decisions on subsidies have not yet been made. The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment will prep...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/ministerial-finance-committee-recommends-aid-to-three-demonstration-projects-on-new-energy-technology

  26. Prime Ministers of Finland and Luxembourg: Europe must invest in its defence - Finnish Government

    6.5.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Prime Minister of Luxembourg Luc Frieden met in Helsinki on Tuesday 6 May. Their discussions focused on European security, Ukraine, transatlantic relations and deepening economic relations between Finland and Luxembourg.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-ministers-of-finland-and-luxembourg-europe-must-invest-in-its-defence

  27. OSCE Chair Finland to convene international conference on climate and security - Finnish Government

    9.6.2025 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs will host a Conference on Climate and Security in cooperation with the Ministry of the Environment in Hanasaari, Espoo, on 11 June. The Conference is one of the main events of Finland’s OSCE Chairpersonship. Experts will discuss a range of issues on climate, peace and security at the event, including the environmental and climate impacts of conflicts and the role of businesses and civil society in strengthening climate security.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/osce-chair-finland-to-convene-international-conference-on-climate-and-security

  28. Finland to join NATO’s 2026 peacetime activities primarily in Baltic Sea, North Sea and North Atlantic - Finnish Government

    22.5.2025 | Finland to join NATO’s 2026 peacetime activities primarily in Baltic Sea, North Sea and North Atlantic Ministry of Defence Publication date 22.5.2025 14.01 Type: Press release In its plenary session on 22 May 2025, the Finnish Government endorsed ...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-to-join-nato-s-2026-peacetime-activities-primarily-in-baltic-sea-north-sea-and-north-atlantic

  29. Tesi to become an even stronger promoter of growth, renewal and investment - Finnish Government

    25.2.2025 | On 25 February 2025, the Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy stated it supports the proposal by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment on a new investment strategy and financial framework for Tesi (Finnish Industry Investment) for 2025–2029. The aim is to boost economic growth and improve the effectiveness of industrial policy together with the Government’s other growth-promoting measures.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/tesi-to-become-an-even-stronger-promoter-of-growth-renewal-and-investment

  30. Minister for Foreign Affairs Valtonen to participate in informal meeting of EU Foreign Affairs Ministers in Warsaw - Finnish Government

    6.5.2025 | The EU Foreign Affairs Ministers will convene at an informal meeting (Gymnich) in Warsaw, Poland on 7–8 May. Poland holds the Presidency of the Council of the EU during the first half of this year, and Poland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Radosław Sikorski will host the meeting together with the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas. Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-foreign-affairs-valtonen-to-participate-in-informal-meeting-of-eu-foreign-affairs-ministers-in-warsaw

  31. Government issues a decree on current labour shortage sectors - Finnish Government

    5.6.2025 | On 5 June 2025, the Government issued a decree on sectors with labour shortages in which the holders of residence permits for employed persons may seek work more flexibly. At the same time, the Government wants to facilitate the supply of labour in sectors suffering from labour shortages.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-issues-a-decree-on-current-labour-shortage-sectors

  32. Request for comments: Strengthening healthcare and social welfare preparedness in emergency conditions - Finnish Government

    17.6.2025 | The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health requests comments on a draft government proposal to amend the Act on Organising Healthcare and Social Welfare Services. The aim is to clarify the obligation of wellbeing services counties to prepare for the use or threat of military force. The consultation period is open from 17 June to 23 July 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/request-for-comments-strengthening-healthcare-and-social-welfare-preparedness-in-emergency-conditions

  33. Solutions for Global Plastics Treaty to be sought in Geneva on 5–14 August - Finnish Government

    5.8.2025 | Representatives of UN Member States will negotiate on the Global Plastics Treaty in Geneva, Switzerland on 5–14 August. The negotiation situation is very challenging, and there is also an increasing political pressure to reach an agreement. The demanding foreign policy situation has also made the negotiations on the Global Plastics Treaty more difficult.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/solutions-for-global-plastics-treaty-to-be-sought-in-geneva-on-5-14-august

  34. European affairs ministers to discuss Commission work programme and start preparations for European Council - Finnish Government

    24.2.2025 | The EU General Affairs Council (GAC) will meet on Tuesday 25 February in Brussels. Ministers will exchange views on the European Commission’s annual work programme and start preparations for the European Council in March. Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-affairs-ministers-to-discuss-commission-work-programme-and-start-preparations-for-european-council

  35. Nordic transport ministers issue a statement on military mobility and security of supply - Finnish Government

    13.5.2025 | Transport ministers of Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden and Denmark will meet on 13–14 May 2025 in Helsinki. They will issue a joint statement on military mobility and security of supply.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/nordic-transport-ministers-issue-a-statement-on-military-mobility-and-security-of-supply

  36. Report on implementation impacts of the European Electronic Communications Code published - Finnish Government

    10.6.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications has published a monitoring report on the impacts of the legislative amendments that were needed to implement the Directive establishing the European Electronic Communications Code (EECC), or Telecoms Directive. The report also includes data on the achievement of the related regulatory objectives. The EECC regulates electronic communications (telecoms) networks and services.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/report-on-implementation-impacts-of-the-european-electronic-communications-code-published

  37. EU social affairs ministers support Ukraine’s and Moldova’s aspirations for EU membership - Finnish Government

    22.5.2025 | Ukraine held a Ministerial Social Policy Summit in Lviv on 22 May. The theme of the Summit was ‘Building Resilient Societies: Innovative Solutions for Demographic Change’. The Summit also issued a joint communiqué, in which the participating countries expressed their support for Ukraine and Moldova on their path towards joining the European Union.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/eu-social-affairs-ministers-support-ukraine-s-and-moldova-s-aspirations-for-eu-membership

  38. Minister Tavio to lead trade mission to Singapore and Malaysia - Finnish Government

    13.5.2025 | Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will make an export promotion visit to Singapore and Malaysia on 19–23 May. The Minister will be accompanied by a delegation of some 30 companies.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-tavio-to-lead-trade-mission-to-singapore-and-malaysia

  39. Minister for European Affairs Strand to visit Brussels - Finnish Government

    14.1.2025 | Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will visit Brussels on Wednesday 15 January. During the visit, Minister Strand will meet with Commissioner for Budget and Administration Piotr Serafin and Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos. He will also take part in the Sustainable Energy Reimagined conference.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-european-affairs-strand-to-visit-brussels-1

  40. Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to visit Washington DC - Finnish Government

    10.4.2025 | Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will visit Washington DC on 10 April 2025. She will meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-elina-valtonen-to-visit-washington-dc-1

  41. Nordic ministers for health and social affairs to meet in Tornio on 9 April 2025 - Finnish Government

    8.4.2025 | The Nordic ministers for health and social affairs will meet in Tornio on Wednesday 9 April 2025. The meeting will be hosted by Finnish Minister of Social Affairs and Health Kaisa Juuso. The themes of the meeting will be cross-border cooperation on preparedness, the availability of healthcare and social welfare personnel, the potential applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare and social welfare, and AI and the rights of persons with disabilities. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/nordic-ministers-for-health-and-social-affairs-to-meet-in-tornio-on-9-april-2025

  42. Nordic defence ministers to meet in Helsinki - Finnish Government

    13.3.2025 | Nordic defence ministers to meet in Helsinki Ministry of Defence Publication date 13.3.2025 12.30 Type: Press release Nordic defence ministers will meet in Helsinki on 13 March 2025. The meeting will be hosted by Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/nordic-defence-ministers-to-meet-in-helsinki

  43. Government submits second supplementary budget proposal for 2025 to Parliament - Finnish Government

    28.5.2025 | The Government submitted its second supplementary budget proposal for 2025 to Parliament on 28 May. The supplementary budget proposal includes investments in preparedness and transport projects, among other things.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-submits-second-supplementary-budget-proposal-for-2025-to-parliament

  44. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses simplification of EU’s Common Agricultural Policy - Finnish Government

    23.5.2025 | In its meeting on Friday 23 May, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions on the possible use of proceeds from frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine. The ministerial committee also discussed Finland’s positions on the simplification of the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy and the topics of several upcoming council meetings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-simplification-of-eu-s-common-agricultural-policy

  45. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses efforts to simplify EU regulation - Finnish Government

    4.7.2025 | In its meeting on Friday 4 July, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions on the Commission’s proposal to simplify regulation for businesses and received an update on the preparation of a plan for affordable housing in the EU.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-efforts-to-simplify-eu-regulation

  46. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses single market strategy and customs reform - Finnish Government

    18.6.2025 | In its meeting on Wednesday 18 June, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions the EU single market strategy and the proposal for a handling fee for goods ordered from outside the EU. The Ministerial Committee also discussed Finland’s positions on the 18th sanctions package currently under preparation and the review of the EU Emissions Trading Directive.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-discusses-single-market-strategy-and-customs-reform

  47. Ministry of Social Affairs and Health to organise international conference on use of AI in healthcare - Finnish Government

    16.5.2025 | The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health will organise an international conference in cooperation with the Council of Europe to discuss artificial intelligence (AI) as part of healthcare. The event is for invited guests, but anyone interested in the topic can follow the event as it will be streamed online.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/ministry-of-social-affairs-and-health-to-organise-international-conference-on-use-of-ai-in-healthcare

  48. Minister Talvitie to attend meeting of EU Ministers of Culture in Warsaw - Finnish Government

    4.4.2025 | Minister of Science and Culture Mari-Leena Talvitie will attend an informal meeting of EU ministers of culture in Warsaw on 7 and 8 April. The meeting will continue the discussion on the protection of cultural heritage, especially from the perspective of the situation in Ukraine.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410845/minister-talvitie-to-attend-meeting-of-eu-ministers-of-culture-in-warsaw

  49. 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

  50. Nordic governments to explore legal implications of proposed update to Helsinki Treaty - Finnish Government

    7.4.2025 | Last autumn, the Nordic Council called on the governments in the region to update the Helsinki Treaty, which governs Nordic cooperation, by adding new areas of cooperation and examining the contractual status of Faroe Islands, Greenland and Åland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/nordic-governments-to-explore-legal-implications-of-proposed-update-to-helsinki-treaty

  51. 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

  52. Funding for regional air services approved in Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy - Finnish Government

    20.5.2025 | The Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy decided on 20 May 2025 to fully finance flight connections between six regional airports and Helsinki up to 27 February 2028. Air connections to the city of Savonlinna, however, will be funded out of government funds up to 50 per cent only. The decision is based on the spring 2026 government discussion on spending limits.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/funding-for-regional-air-services-approved-in-ministerial-committee-on-economic-policy

  53. Finland avoids EU excessive deficit procedure - Finnish Government

    4.6.2025 | The European Commission recommends that the Council of the EU activate the national escape clause for Finland. The recommendation is based on increasing defence spending. The Commission does not recommend opening an excessive deficit procedure.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10623/finland-avoids-eu-excessive-deficit-procedure

  54. Prime Minister Orpo and Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez to meet in Helsinki - Finnish Government

    10.3.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Prime Minister of Spain Pedro Sánchez will meet in Helsinki on Wednesday 12 March. Topics on the agenda for the meeting include improving the EU’s defence capabilities, digitalisation, the clean transition and bilateral relations between Finland and Spain.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-and-spanish-prime-minister-sanchez-to-meet-in-helsinki

  55. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses efforts to influence next EU financial framework - Finnish Government

    14.5.2025 | On Wednesday 14 May, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discussed Finland’s work to exert influence on the EU’s next financial framework, the meeting of the European Political Community, efforts to prevent illegal migration and the proposal for new sanctions against Russia.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-efforts-to-influence-next-eu-financial-framework

  56. Nordic agriculture ministers emphasise even stronger security of supply during their visit to Kuopio - Finnish Government

    12.6.2025 | Nordic Council of Ministers for Fisheries, Aquaculture, Agriculture, Food and Forestry convened at its annual ministerial meeting in Kuopio on 11–12 June 2025. Among the topics discussed were security of supply and opportunities related to the bioeconomy, and the ministers also met young farmers. Ministers from Norway, Sweden, Finland and Denmark as well as the autonomous regions of Åland, the Faroe Islands and Greenland attended the meeting. Iceland was represented by the State Secretary.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410837/nordic-agriculture-ministers-emphasise-even-stronger-security-of-supply-during-their-visit-to-kuopio

  57. Finland’s Ministry of Defence to host NATO Nuclear Policy Symposium in Helsinki - Finnish Government

    29.4.2025 | Finland’s Ministry of Defence to host NATO Nuclear Policy Symposium in Helsinki Ministry of Defence Publication date 29.4.2025 15.49 Type: Press release NATO’s annual Nuclear Policy Symposium will be held in Helsinki on 29–30 April. Held annually ...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-s-ministry-of-defence-to-host-nato-nuclear-policy-symposium-in-helsinki

  58. Minister for European Affairs Joakim strand to visit Paris - Finnish Government

    26.3.2025 | Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will visit Paris on Thursday 27 March. During the visit, Minister Strand will take part in the Global Anti-Corruption & Integrity Forum organised by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). He will also have a meeting with OECD Secretary-General Mathias Corman.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-european-affairs-joakim-strand-to-visit-paris

  59. Prime Minister Orpo to attend Munich Security Conference - Finnish Government

    13.2.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will attend the international Security Conference in Munich on Friday 14 February 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-to-attend-munich-security-conference

  60. World Health Assembly adopts new Pandemic Agreement - Finnish Government

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    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/world-health-assembly-adopts-new-pandemic-agreement