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  1. TE services reform 2024: Finland to have 45 employment areas - Finnish Government

    22.2.2024 | On 22 February 2024, the Government made a decision on four employment areas. All future employment areas are now known.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/te-services-reform-2024-finland-to-have-45-employment-areas

  2. Government proposes signature of defence cooperation agreement between Finland and United States - Finnish Government

    14.12.2023 | In its plenary session on 14 December 2023, the Finnish Government decided to propose that the President of the Republic authorise Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen, or if he is prevented from doing so, Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen, to sign a Defence Cooperation Agreement with the United States.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-signature-of-defence-cooperation-agreement-between-finland-and-united-states

  3. Minister Adlercreutz to visit Berlin - Finnish Government

    29.1.2024 | On Tuesday 30 January, Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Anders Adlercreutz will travel to Berlin, where he will meet with German Minister of State for Europe and Climate Anna Lührmann and take part in several other high-level meetings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-adlercreutz-to-visit-berlin

  4. Minister Henriksson to attend meeting of Ministers for Nordic Cooperation in Copenhagen - Finnish Government

    9.2.2024 | Minister for Nordic Cooperation Anna-Maja Henriksson will attend a meeting of Ministers for Nordic Cooperation in Copenhagen on 9 February. This will be the first meeting during Sweden’s 2024 Presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-henriksson-to-attend-meeting-of-ministers-for-nordic-cooperation-in-copenhagen

  5. Nordic prime ministers promote competitiveness and support for Ukraine - Finnish Government

    13.5.2024 | At their summer meeting in Stockholm on 13 May, the Nordic prime ministers focused on promoting competitiveness. Support for Ukraine was also high on the agenda in the discussions. Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz participated in some of the day’s meetings as an invited guest.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/nordic-prime-ministers-promote-competitiveness-and-support-for-ukraine

  6. Minister of Economic Affairs Rydman to attend the 9th Cohesion Forum in Brussels - Finnish Government

    12.4.2024 | Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman will attend the European Commission’s Cohesion Forum in Brussels on 11–12 April 2024. The 9th Cohesion Forum will discuss the importance of the European Union’s cohesion policy for the wellbeing of regions and their inhabitants.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-economic-affairs-rydman-to-attend-the-9th-cohesion-forum-in-brussels

  7. Minister Rydman attends ministerial roundtable at Future Minerals Forum in Saudi Arabia - Finnish Government

    9.1.2024 | Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman will attend a ministerial meeting of the future minerals Forum in Saudi Arabia on 9.1.2024.The Forum offers an opportunity to present Finnish mining expertise to the Saudi Arabian, African and Asian markets. During the Forum, the Minister together with Finnish mining and mineral industry operators will attend events to promote bilateral trade and investment relations and partnership projects.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-rydman-attends-ministerial-roundtable-at-future-minerals-forum-in-saudi-arabia

  8. Ambassador Marja Lehto awarded for her pivotal role advancing environmental law - Finnish Government

    24.10.2023 | The 2023 Elisabeth Haub Award for Environmental Law and Diplomacy has been jointly awarded to Ambassador Marja Lehto of Finland and former Ambassador Marie Jacobsson of Sweden for their pivotal roles advancing environmental law and policy to protect the environment in times of armed conflicts. An award ceremony and panel discussion with both Laureates was held in New York on Monday, October 23, 2023.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ambassador-marja-lehto-awarded-for-her-pivotal-role-advancing-environmental-law

  9. Six state secretaries appointed to Orpo’s Government - Finnish Government

    29.6.2023 | In its plenary session on 29 June, the Government appointed Päivi Nerg (Master of Science in Agriculture and Forestry), Laura Rissanen (Master of Social Sciences), Timo Jaatinen (Master of Social Sciences), Elina Laavi (Master of Public Administration), Juha Martelius (Doctor of Social Sciences) and Teija Makkonen (Master of Military Science, Master of Business Administration and Bachelor of Administrative Sciences) to serve as state secretaries.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10616/six-state-secretaries-appointed-to-orpo-s-government

  10. Government action plan supports Ukrainians in finding work and settling in Finland - Finnish Government

    14.6.2024 | On 14 June 2024, the ministerial working group on employment and entrepreneurship adopted an action plan to help people who have fled Ukraine. In accordance with the Government Programme, the aim is to help Ukrainians enter the labour market and to support their participation in Finnish society.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-action-plan-supports-ukrainians-in-finding-work-and-settling-in-finland-1

  11. Defence Forces to procure domestic off-road vehicles - Finnish Government

    27.12.2023 | Defence Forces to procure domestic off-road vehicles Ministry of Defence Publication date 27.12.2023 14.00 Type: Press release Defence Minister Antti Häkkänen has authorised the Defence Forces to order 13 Sisu GTP 4x4 off-road vehicles from Oy Sis...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/defence-forces-to-procure-domestic-off-road-vehicles

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

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

  13. Minister Ranne to attend informal meeting of EU transport ministers in Barcelona - Finnish Government

    21.9.2023 | The Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU will hold an informal meeting of transport ministers in Barcelona on 21–22 September 2023. Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne will represent Finland at the meeting. It will be an informal meeting where no decisions are taken.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-attend-informal-meeting-of-eu-transport-ministers-in-barcelona

  14. Draft act on the State’s new capital investment company sent out for comments - Finnish Government

    10.4.2024 | The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment will organise a consultation round on the draft act on the new state capital investment company from 10 April to 8 May 2024. The new company will be given an industrial policy task with a stronger focus on economic growth, renewal and promotion of investments. ä.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/draft-act-on-the-state-s-new-capital-investment-company-sent-out-for-comments

  15. Budget session of Prime Minister Orpo's Government: Returning Finland to a sustainable growth track - Finnish Government

    19.9.2023 | In its first budget session, the Government of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo decided on solutions that will return Finland to a sustainable growth track. The Government will launch structural reforms to boost employment and growth, which will have positive impacts on general government finances in the next few years. In addition, the Government decided on consolidation measures.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10616/budget-session-of-prime-minister-orpo-s-government-returning-finland-to-a-sustainable-growth-track

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

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

  17. UN Climate Change Conference begins with summit of heads of state and government - Finnish Government

    1.12.2023 | The UN Climate Change Conference COP28 began on Friday with a two-day summit of heads of state and government. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is representing Finland at the summit and will deliver Finland’s national address on Saturday.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/10616/un-climate-change-conference-begins-with-summit-of-heads-of-state-and-government

  18. Proposed labour market model receives a large number of comments - Finnish Government

    9.1.2024 | The consultation round on the Government Programme’s export-driven labour market model and the development of the conciliation system ended on 9 January 2024. In total, 70 comments were submitted.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/proposed-labour-market-model-receives-a-large-number-of-comments

  19. Minister Ranne to visit Nordic Response 24 exercise in Lapland - Finnish Government

    8.3.2024 | Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne will visit the Nordic Response 24 defence exercise in Lapland on 10–11 March 2024. This is the first time that Finland’s Minister of Transport and Communications will be present in an international military exercise. During her visit, Minister Ranne will learn about the activities of the Defence Forces and the Air Force, Nordic cooperation between the authorities and NATO-Nordic defence cooperation from the infrastructure perspective.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-visit-nordic-response-24-exercise-in-lapland

  20. Finland to intensify cooperation with Canada; promising opportunities in forestry and bioeconomy for Finnish companies - Finnish Government

    5.2.2024 | Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will lead a trade mission to the province of Nova Scotia in Canada and visit the country’s capital, Ottawa, on 5–8 February.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-to-intensify-cooperation-with-canada-promising-opportunities-in-forestry-and-bioeconomy-for-finnish-companies

  21. Minister Ranne: Government transport projects strengthen Finland’s security and growth - Finnish Government

    23.5.2024 | On 23 May 2024, the Government submitted its second supplementary budget proposal for 2024 to Parliament. The proposal includes several transport projects across Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-government-transport-projects-strengthen-finland-s-security-and-growth-

  22. Finland to deliver more defence materiel to Ukraine - Finnish Government

    9.2.2024 | Finland to deliver more defence materiel to Ukraine Ministry of Defence Publication date 9.2.2024 11.56 Type: Press release Finland will deliver more defence materiel to Ukraine. The President of the Republic decided on the matter, on the proposal...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-to-deliver-more-defence-materiel-to-ukraine-2

  23. Minister Ranne: Airport Line planning progresses with eye on economy - Finnish Government

    11.3.2024 | The name of the company Finnish Rail (Suomi-rata Oy) is changing, and the company will continue operations as Airport Line (Lentorata Oy). The company’s mission is to plan the rail link between Pasila and Kerava via Helsinki Airport until it is ready for construction.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-airport-line-planning-progresses-with-eye-on-economy

  24. Prime Minister Orpo to attend EU summit in Brussels - Finnish Government

    20.3.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will attend the European Council on 21–22 March and the Euro Summit to be held in connection with the Council meeting. On 21 March, the Prime Minister will also attend the first-ever Nuclear Energy Summit.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-to-attend-eu-summit-in-brussels

  25. Finland to send more defence materiel assistance to Ukraine - Finnish Government

    21.12.2023 | Finland to send more defence materiel assistance to Ukraine Ministry of Defence Publication date 21.12.2023 14.56 Type: Press release Finland will send more defence materiel to Ukraine. The President of the Republic decided on the matter on 21 Dec...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-to-send-more-defence-materiel-assistance-to-ukraine

  26. Minister Rydman to lead a Team Finland visit to Canada and the US - Finnish Government

    4.3.2024 | Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman will lead a Team Finland visit to Canada and the US on 5–8 March 2024. The main themes of the visit will be marine industry and ports. A business delegation of 30 people from 20 different companies and organisations will participate in the trip.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-rydman-to-lead-a-team-finland-visit-to-canada-and-the-us

  27. The shareholders of West Railway Ltd reach a preliminary understanding on the terms and conditions of the pre-agreement on the construction phase - Finnish Government

    13.6.2024 | The State and the shareholder municipalities of West Railway Ltd – Turku, Espoo, Salo, Lohja, Vihti and Kirkkonummi – have been negotiating on the terms and conditions of the pre-agreement which will enable the transition to the construction phase of the West Railway. Helsinki, which was involved in the planning phase of the project, will not take part in funding the construction phase.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/the-shareholders-of-west-railway-ltd-reach-a-preliminary-understanding-on-the-terms-and-conditions-of-the-pre-agreement-on-the-construction-phase

  28. Prime Minister of Latvia to visit Finland - Finnish Government

    21.11.2023 | Prime Minister of Latvia Evika Siliņa will visit Finland on Friday 24 November at the invitation of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-of-latvia-to-visit-finland

  29. Budget session of Prime Minister Orpo's Government: Returning Finland to a sustainable growth track - Finnish Government

    19.9.2023 | In its first budget session, the Government of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo decided on solutions that will return Finland to a sustainable growth track. The Government will launch structural reforms to boost employment and growth, which will have positive impacts on general government finances in the next few years. In addition, the Government decided on consolidation measures.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/budget-session-of-prime-minister-orpo-s-government-returning-finland-to-a-sustainable-growth-track

  30. Prime Minister Marin to visit Portugal - Finnish Government

    18.5.2023 | Prime Minister Sanna Marin will be in Lisbon on 18–21 June 2023 to take part in a meeting of the Bilderberg Group.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-marin-to-visit-portugal

  31. Reform of industrial peace legislation to continue - Finnish Government

    5.12.2023 | The consultation round concerning the changes to industrial peace legislation ended on 5 December 2023. In total, 53 comments were submitted. As part of further preparations, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment will now analyse the feedback received. The ministerial working group on employment and entrepreneurship will discuss the reform still in December 2023. The draft proposal will also be sent to the Finnish Council of Regulatory Impact Analysis for evaluation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/reform-of-industrial-peace-legislation-to-continue

  32. Ministers for EU Affairs to discuss EU enlargement and rule of law - Finnish Government

    26.4.2024 | The Belgian Presidency of the Council of the European Union will hold an informal meeting of the Ministers for EU Affairs in Brussels on 29–30 April. The main topics to be discussed are the future of the EU, enlargement and reforms related to the rule of law in the candidate countries. Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Anders Adlercreutz will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministers-for-eu-affairs-to-discuss-eu-enlargement-and-rule-of-law

  33. Minister of Employment Satonen: Legislative preparation to develop the mediation system continues, I hope that the employee organisations will internally still find a path to agreement - Finnish Government

    22.3.2024 | State Secretary Mika Nykänen has reported the results of his review of the conditions for starting labour market model negotiations to both Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Minister of Employment Arto Satonen. According to the report, the organisations consider the preparation of a common agreement-based labour market model to be necessary. Some of the organisations, however, have preconditions for starting negotiations.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-employment-satonen-legislative-preparation-to-develop-the-mediation-system-continues-i-hope-that-the-employee-organisations-will-internally-still-find-a-path-to-agreement

  34. EU leaders discuss agricultural and economic challenges in Brussels - Finnish Government

    22.3.2024 | On Friday 22 March, the second day of its meeting, the European Council discussed responding to concerns raised by EU farmers and enabling Ukraine to export its grain. On the second day of the meeting, EU leaders also held a Euro Summit and a celebratory session with the EEA countries.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/eu-leaders-discuss-agricultural-and-economic-challenges-in-brussels

  35. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses economic and financial matters - Finnish Government

    8.3.2024 | In its meeting on Friday 8 March, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs received an overview of topical issues being dealt with in the Economic and Financial Affairs Council (ECOFIN). The Ministerial Committee also outlined Finland’s positions for two upcoming council meetings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-economic-and-financial-matters

  36. Minister Adlercreutz and Czech Minister for European Affairs Dvořák discuss measures to ensure peace and competitiveness in Europe - Finnish Government

    17.4.2024 | Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Anders Adlercreutz and Czech Minister for European Affairs Martin Dvořák met in Helsinki on Wednesday 17 April. Discussions at the meeting focused on the countries’ common will for measures to ensure sustainable European security and competitiveness over the long term.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-adlercreutz-and-czech-minister-for-european-affairs-dvorak-discuss-measures-to-ensure-peace-and-competitiveness-in-europe

  37. Prime Minister Orpo to meet with Ursula von der Leyen in Stockholm - Finnish Government

    15.1.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will meet in Stockholm on Friday 19 January. In the discussions, Prime Minister Orpo will highlight issues of national importance that Finland wants to see promoted in the EU. Finland and Sweden will also deliver their joint messages to the President of the Commission.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-to-meet-with-ursula-von-der-leyen-in-stockholm

  38. Minister Valtonen to visit India - Finnish Government

    20.2.2024 | Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will visit New Delhi, India, on 21–22 February. She will attend India’s most important foreign and security policy conference, the Raisina Dialogue. The visit will take place within the framework of co-operation between the Nordic and Baltic countries (NB8).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-valtonen-to-visit-india

  39. EU ministers reach an agreement on Platform Work Directive - Finnish Government

    11.3.2024 | At their meeting of 11 March, the EU ministers for employment and social affairs approved the agreement reached with the European Parliament on the Platform Work Directive. Minister of Employment Arto Satonen represented Finland at the meeting in Brussels.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eu-ministers-reach-an-agreement-on-platform-work-directive

  40. UN Environment Assembly in Nairobi will focus on comprehensive solutions to global environmental problems - Finnish Government

    23.2.2024 | The world’s highest-level decision-making body for matters related to the environment, the United Nations Environment Assembly UNEA, will convene at its sixth session in Nairobi, Kenya on 26 February–1 March. UNEA-6 will bring UN Member States and representatives of civil society groups, the scientific community and the private sector together to seek solutions to acute environmental challenges. Finland’s UNEA delegation will be led by Minister of Climate and the Environment Kai Mykkänen.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/un-environment-assembly-in-nairobi-will-focus-on-comprehensive-solutions-to-global-environmental-problems

  41. EU ministers’ meeting to discuss mental health and digitalisation at work - Finnish Government

    9.10.2023 | The Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council of EU employment and social affairs ministers is meeting in Luxembourg on Monday, 9 October 2023. The ministers are expected to adopt conclusions on issues such as mental health and precarious work. In addition, the Council seeks to reach a political agreement on a recommendation on developing framework conditions for the social economy. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/eu-ministers-meeting-to-discuss-mental-health-and-digitalisation-at-work

  42. Ministers for European affairs to review rule of law situation in Poland - Finnish Government

    20.5.2024 | The EU General Affairs Council (GAC) will meet on Tuesday 21 May in Brussels. In the meeting, the GAC will start preparations for the June European Council, continue the EU’s annual rule of law dialogue and take stock of the rule of law situation in Poland. Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Anders Adlercreutz will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministers-for-european-affairs-to-review-rule-of-law-situation-in-poland

  43. UN Climate Change Conference begins with summit of heads of state and government - Finnish Government

    1.12.2023 | The UN Climate Change Conference COP28 began on Friday with a two-day summit of heads of state and government. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is representing Finland at the summit and will deliver Finland’s national address on Saturday.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/un-climate-change-conference-begins-with-summit-of-heads-of-state-and-government

  44. Lieutenant General Janne Jaakkola appointed Chief of Defence - Finnish Government

    31.1.2024 | Lieutenant General Janne Jaakkola appointed Chief of Defence Ministry of Defence Publication date 31.1.2024 13.40 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen has proposed Lieutenant General Janne Jaakkola as the Chief of Defence for the...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/lieutenant-general-janne-jaakkola-appointed-chief-of-defence

  45. Government proposes changes to tuition fees for non-EU and non-EEA students - Finnish Government

    16.5.2024 | The Government proposes amendments to the Universities Act and the Universities of Applied Sciences Act concerning tuition fees for non-EU and non-EEA students, and the introduction of an application fee for such students. The Government also proposes specifications to the provisions on commissioned education.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410845/government-proposes-changes-to-tuition-fees-for-non-eu-and-non-eea-students

  46. EU Environment Ministers to discuss EU 2040 climate target - Finnish Government

    25.3.2024 | The EU Environment Ministers will convene in Brussels on Monday 25 March to discuss the EU 2040 climate target. Minister of Climate and the Environment Kai Mykkänen will represent Finland in Brussels.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/eu-environment-ministers-to-discuss-eu-2040-climate-target

  47. More resources for EU’s internal cooperation programmes Interreg Aurora and Interreg Central Baltic - Finnish Government

    13.9.2023 | On 13 September 2023, the Government approved changes to the Interreg Aurora and Interreg Central Baltic programmes implemented at the EU’s internal borders. Funding from suspended external border cooperation programmes between Finland and Russia will be transferred to these programmes.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/more-resources-for-eu-s-internal-cooperation-programmes-interreg-aurora-and-interreg-central-baltic

  48. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses measures to improve preparedness for crises and develop European defence industry - Finnish Government

    3.5.2024 | In its meeting on Friday 3 May, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs rounded out its earlier positions on strengthening the EU’s resilience and preparedness for crises. The Ministerial Committee also discussed ways to develop the European defence industry and outlined Finland's positions for two upcoming ministerial meetings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-discusses-measures-to-improve-preparedness-for-crises-and-develop-european-defence-industry

  49. Minister Essayah to attend Agriculture Ministers’ Conference in Berlin - Finnish Government

    19.1.2024 | On 20 January, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry Sari Essayah will attend the Global Forum for Food and Agriculture of political decision-makers, organised by Germany in Berlin.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410837/minister-essayah-to-attend-agriculture-ministers-conference-in-berlin

  50. Performance of immigrant students in PISA 2022 - Finnish Government

    30.9.2024 | The PISA 2022 results show that there are still major disparities in performance between immigrant and non-immigrant students in all domains of assessment. Underperformance of students with an immigrant background is often explained by weak reading performance and lower socio-economic status.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410845/performance-of-immigrant-students-in-pisa-2022

  51. Government reaches agreement on second supplementary budget proposal for 2024 - Finnish Government

    21.5.2024 | In its meeting on Tuesday 21 May, the Government agreed on the second supplementary budget proposal for the current year. The proposal supports the Government’s objective of keeping the general government deficit under 3.5 per cent of GDP in 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-reaches-agreement-on-second-supplementary-budget-proposal-for-2024

  52. UN Biodiversity Conference in Cali to focus on implementation of new biodiversity targets - Finnish Government

    16.10.2024 | The Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP16) will convene in Cali, Colombia on 21 October–1 November 2024. The main objective of COP16 is to agree on the implementation of the global biodiversity targets and the related monitoring. Finland’s delegation will be led by Minister of Climate and the Environment Kai Mykkänen.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/un-biodiversity-conference-in-cali-to-focus-on-implementation-of-new-biodiversity-targets

  53. Foreign Minister Valtonen postpones visit to Washington - Finnish Government

    11.10.2023 | Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen has postponed her visit to Washington D.C., the United States, scheduled for 12 October.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-valtonen-postpones-visit-to-washington

  54. Government’s proposal on EUR 1600 income limit for a residence permit for an employed person submitted to Parliament - Finnish Government

    6.6.2024 | The Government proposed on 6 June 2024 that in future, persons arriving in Finland with a residence permit for an employed person should receive a monthly pay of at least EUR 1,600 for work carried out in Finland. In future, the income limit for a residence permit for an employed persons could be amended by government decree. The amendments are scheduled to enter into force on 1 November 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-s-proposal-on-eur-1600-income-limit-for-a-residence-permit-for-an-employed-person-submitted-to-parliament

  55. Finland-led group of EU leaders calls on European Investment Bank to increase funding for defence industry - Finnish Government

    18.3.2024 | Finland and a key group of EU leaders have sent a letter calling on the European Investment Bank (EIB) to take on a stronger role in supporting the EU’s defence. In the countries’ view, EIB financing could be used much more extensively for defence industry projects. Drawn up at Finland’s initiative, the joint letter was endorsed by the heads of state of France and Germany, among others.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-led-group-of-eu-leaders-calls-on-european-investment-bank-to-increase-funding-for-defence-industry

  56. Finland agrees on principles guiding 6G development with partner countries - Finnish Government

    27.2.2024 | Finland has joined the multilateral Joint Statement Endorsing Principles for 6G led by the United States. The joint statement was published at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on 27 February 2024.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-agrees-on-principles-guiding-6g-development-with-partner-countries

  57. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses Schengen area development - Finnish Government

    8.5.2024 | The Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs met on Wednesday 8 May to discuss the development of the Schengen area. The Ministerial Committee also outlined Finland's positions for the two upcoming meetings of the Council of the European Union.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-discusses-schengen-area-development

  58. Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs discusses development of capital markets union - Finnish Government

    13.6.2024 | In its meeting on Thursday 13 June, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland's positions on the development of the EU capital markets union and on the matters to be discussed at the informal meeting of EU leaders on 17 June.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-discusses-development-of-capital-markets-union

  59. Minister of Defence Häkkänen to attend NATO Defence Ministers meeting and Munich Security Conference - Finnish Government

    14.2.2024 | Minister of Defence Häkkänen to attend NATO Defence Ministers meeting and Munich Security Conference Ministry of Defence Publication date 14.2.2024 15.00 Type: Press release Finland’s Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen will attend a meeting of NAT...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-hakkanen-to-attend-nato-defence-ministers-meeting-and-munich-security-conference

  60. Employment Minister Satonen to organise an event on Finland’s labour market model in January - Finnish Government

    18.12.2023 | Minister of Employment Arto Satonen will organise an event on the development of the Finnish labour market model on 16 January 2024. Those who have participated in discussions between labour market organisations on developing the model as well as the National Conciliator have been invited to the event.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/employment-minister-satonen-to-organise-an-event-on-finland-s-labour-market-model-in-january