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  1. Minister Multala to attend IEA Ministerial Meeting on energy security and innovation - Finnish Government

    18.2.2026 | The Ministerial Meeting of the International Energy Agency (IEA) will be held in Paris on 18–19 February 2026. At the meeting, energy ministers from around the world will assess the latest developments in the energy market and energy policy and the effects thereof on energy security, affordability and sustainability. Finland will be represented by Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-multala-to-attend-iea-ministerial-meeting-on-energy-security-and-innovation

  2. Education and training voucher pilot to offer young people new pathways into higher education – consultation now open - Finnish Government

    4.3.2026 | A new pilot scheme will offer free open university studies to young people who have not been admitted to a higher education institution. The aim of the scheme is to give young people the opportunity to explore different fields of study and to support a faster transition into higher education.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410845/education-and-training-voucher-pilot-to-offer-young-people-new-pathways-into-higher-education-consultation-now-open

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

    24.2.2026 | Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will visit Brussels on 24–26 February. On Tuesday 24 February, Minister Strand will attend a meeting of the EU General Affairs Council (GAC). On Wednesday, he will meet with three members of the Commission. On Thursday 26 February, the minister will attend a GAC meeting on cohesion policy and take part in a high-level event focusing on the EU’s eastern border regions.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-european-affairs-strand-to-visit-brussels-2

  4. Minister for European Affairs Strand in Brussels: The vitality of eastern border regions is in the interest of the EU as a whole - Finnish Government

    27.2.2026 | Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand visited Brussels on 24–26 February. The programme for his visit included meetings with Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and the Rule of Law Michael McGrath, Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos and Executive Vice-President for Cohesion and Reforms Raffaele Fitto. He also took part in a high-level event focusing on the eastern border regions of the EU.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-european-affairs-strand-in-brussels-the-vitality-of-eastern-border-regions-is-in-the-interest-of-the-eu-as-a-whole

  5. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses measures to strengthen cybersecurity - Finnish Government

    6.3.2026 | In its meeting on 6 March, the Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs outlined Finland's positions on the revised EU Cybersecurity Act. The ministerial committee also discussed progress on the Savings and Investments Union and outlined Finland’s positions for next week’s council meetings.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-discusses-measures-to-strengthen-cybersecurity

  6. Ministers steering wellbeing services counties: the identified shortcomings of the wellbeing services county reform will continue to be addressed determinedly - Finnish Government

    10.12.2025 | An independent group of experts has conducted a broad-based interim evaluation of the wellbeing services county reform, which was published on 10 December. Minister of Social Affairs and Health Kaisa Juuso, Minister of Local and Regional Government Anna-Kaisa Ikonen and Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen consider the findings valuable.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/ministers-steering-wellbeing-services-counties-fixing-the-flaws-of-the-wellbeing-services-county-reform-requires-persistence

  7. Minister Multala: Strong EU emissions trading system secures investments and competitiveness - Finnish Government

    12.3.2026 | Finland and seven other EU Member States have signed a non-paper that stresses the important role of a strong emissions trading system in the EU. The non-paper is their response to the discussion where certain Member States hope for major changes to the emissions trading system and a lower price for emission allowances.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/minister-multala-strong-eu-emissions-trading-system-secures-investments-and-competitiveness

  8. Minister Häkkänen: Finland sends more defence materiel assistance to Ukraine - Finnish Government

    16.1.2026 | Finland will deliver its 31st materiel assistance package to Ukraine. A decision on the matter was made by the President of the Republic on the proposal of the the Government on 16th January 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-hakkanen-finland-sends-more-defence-materiel-assistance-to-ukraine-1

  9. Finnish Government proposes to amend Nuclear Energy Act and Criminal Code to strengthen NATO’s deterrence and defence - Finnish Government

    5.3.2026 | Finland’s Ministry of Defence will circulate for comments a draft government proposal to amend the Nuclear Energy Act and the Criminal Code.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finnish-government-proposes-to-amend-nuclear-energy-act-and-criminal-code-to-strengthen-nato-s-deterrence-and-defence

  10. Prime Minister Orpo to attend informal European Council – transatlantic relations on the agenda - Finnish Government

    21.1.2026 | The members of the European Council will hold an informal meeting on Thursday 22 January. Discussions will focus on recent developments in transatlantic relations and their effects on the European Union. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-to-attend-informal-european-council-transatlantic-relations-on-the-agenda

  11. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses European Council and Ukraine reparations loan - Finnish Government

    16.12.2025 | In its meeting on Tuesday 16 December, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for the European Council and the EU-Western Balkans summit taking place this week. The ministerial committee also discussed support for Ukraine and the use of frozen Russian assets to finance a reparations loan for the reconstruction of Ukraine.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-discusses-european-council-and-ukraine-reparations-loan

  12. Prime Minister Orpo: EU needs to make bold decisions to reform economy - Finnish Government

    12.2.2026 | European Union heads of state and government gathered at Alden Biesen Castle in Belgium on Thursday 12 February to discuss how to boost Europe’s competitiveness and strengthen the single market. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo represented Finland at the informal retreat.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/paaministeri-orpo-eu-tarvitsee-rohkeat-paatokset-talouden-uudistamiseksi

  13. Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen: A new NATO accelerator site in Finland will combine technology, defence and economic growth - Finnish Government

    23.1.2026 | A new NATO accelerator site was inaugurated in Espoo, Finland, on 22 January 2026. Finland’s Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen gave a speech at the event.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-a-new-nato-accelerator-site-in-finland-will-combine-technology-defence-and-economic-growth

  14. Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen: ICEYE’s contract with Sweden will strengthen security across the Nordic region - Finnish Government

    12.1.2026 | Sweden will procure SAR satellites from the Finnish company ICEYE Oy.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-iceye-s-contract-with-sweden-will-strengthen-security-across-the-nordic-region

  15. Foreign Minister Valtonen to attend security conference in Sälen - Finnish Government

    9.1.2026 | Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will attend a security conference in Sälen, Sweden, on 12 January.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-valtonen-to-attend-security-conference-in-salen

  16. Finland stresses predictable climate policy at meeting of EU environment and climate ministers – Bioeconomy Strategy and emission standards of automotive industry also on agenda - Finnish Government

    16.3.2026 | The EU Environment Council will meet in Brussels on Tuesday 17 March. Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala will represent Finland at the meeting. Minister Multala stresses that now it is highly important to defend a consistent climate policy and, in particular, the emissions trading system.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/finland-stresses-predictable-climate-policy-at-meeting-of-eu-environment-and-climate-ministers-bioeconomy-strategy-and-emission-standards-of-automotive-industry-also-on-agenda

  17. Finland to send two liaison officers to Greenland to explore exercise opportunities - Finnish Government

    15.1.2026 | The Government of Greenland and the Danish Ministry of Defence have decided to continue the Danish-led joint exercise in Greenland in close cooperation with NATO Allies. On Denmark’s request, Finland will send two liaison officers to Greenland on a reconnaissance mission to explore exercise opportunities.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-to-send-two-liaison-officers-to-greenland-to-explore-exercise-opportunities

  18. EU energy ministers’ meeting to be marked by Iran war and European competitiveness issues - Finnish Government

    13.3.2026 | The EU ministers responsible for energy issues will convene in Brussels on 16 March 2026. The meeting agenda will include the European grids package for 2028–2034, the action plan for affordable energy, and energy security. Finland will be represented by Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eu-energy-ministers-meeting-to-be-marked-by-iran-war-and-european-competitiveness-issues

  19. Minister Tavio to join Team Finland trade mission to Poland - Finnish Government

    23.1.2026 | Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will visit Warsaw on 26–27 January with a business delegation focusing on comprehensive security and the energy industry. This will be the first Team Finland trade mission since the reform of its international operations.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-tavio-to-join-team-finland-trade-mission-to-poland

  20. EU foreign ministers to discuss Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the Middle East and situation in African Great Lakes Region - Finnish Government

    28.1.2026 | EU foreign affairs ministers will convene for a meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels on 29 January. Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/eu-foreign-ministers-to-discuss-russia-s-war-of-aggression-against-ukraine-the-middle-east-and-situation-in-african-great-lakes-region

  21. Minister Ranne: Expected amendment into force in March when E16 is extended to Finland - Finnish Government

    5.2.2026 | European route 16, E16, will be extended to Finland. The Finnish Government gave a decree on the matter on 5 February 2026. The decree will enter into force on 5 March 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-expected-amendment-into-force-in-march-when-e16-is-extended-to-finland

  22. Minister Puisto to visit the United Arab Emirates, Zambia and South Africa - Finnish Government

    2.2.2026 | Finnish Minister of Economic Affairs Sakari Puisto will visit the United Arab Emirates, Zambia and South Africa from 2 to 10 February 2026. The purpose of the visit is to promote exports of Finnish companies and to strengthen Finland’s role in the mineral value chains.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-puisto-to-visit-the-united-arab-emirates-zambia-and-south-africa

  23. Transatlantic relations on agenda at European Council - Finnish Government

    23.1.2026 | The members of the European Council held an informal meeting on Thursday 22 January. Topics on the agenda included recent developments in transatlantic relations, the role of the European Union, and actions needed in the changing geopolitical situation. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo represented Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/transatlantic-relations-on-agenda-at-european-council

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

    18.3.2026 | In its meeting on Wednesday 18 March, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for the European Council meeting on 19–20 March and the Euro Summit to be held in connection with it. The ministerial committee also discussed the agenda for the next meeting of the Foreign Affairs Council, which will focus on trade.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-outlines-finland-s-positions-for-march-european-council-

  25. Finnvera to finance large investments and transfers of ownership in agriculture - Finnish Government

    27.1.2026 | In the future, Finnvera’s financing solutions will be available for some of the largest investments and ownership arrangements in agriculture. This is enabled by the eligibility of agricultural limited liability companies for financing starting 1 May 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/finnvera-to-finance-large-investments-and-transfers-of-ownership-in-agriculture

  26. Minister for European Affairs Strand to visit Strasbourg - Finnish Government

    10.2.2026 | Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will visit Strasbourg on 11–12 February. The Minister’s itinerary includes high-level meetings with representatives of the European Parliament and Council of Europe. The purpose of the visit is to discuss the goals of Finland's EU policy with the European Parliament. Discussions with the Council of Europe will cover the role of the Council in supporting reforms in EU candidate countries relating to rule of law.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-european-affairs-strand-to-visit-strasbourg-1

  27. Ministers for European Union affairs to discuss EU enlargement and next multiannual financial framework - Finnish Government

    15.12.2025 | The EU General Affairs Council (GAC) will meet in Brussels on Tuesday 16 December. At the meeting, the ministers will discuss EU enlargement, hold a policy debate on the EU’s multiannual financial framework (MFF) or long-term budget for 2028–2034, and continue their preparations for the December European Council. Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministers-for-european-union-affairs-to-discuss-eu-enlargement-and-next-multiannual-financial-framework

  28. Finland to contribute to NATO’s peacetime maritime activities in 2027 - Finnish Government

    29.1.2026 | Finland will contribute to NATO’s peacetime maritime activities in 2027. In its plenary session on 29 January 2026, the Finnish Government endorsed a report, presented by Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen, on the Finnish Defence Forces’ participation in NATO’s collective peacetime activities in 2027.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-to-contribute-to-nato-s-peacetime-maritime-activities-in-2027

  29. Prime Minister Orpo to lead Finnish delegation of ministers at Nordic Council Session - Finnish Government

    21.10.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will attend the meeting of the Nordic Government Leaders on 28 October in Stockholm, as well as the Nordic Council’s plenary session. Along with Prime Minister Orpo, the Finnish delegation at the Ordinary Session of the Nordic Council on 27–30 October will consist of Minister of Education Anders Adlercreutz, Minister of Science and Culture Mari-Leena Talvitie, Minister...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-to-lead-finnish-delegation-of-ministers-at-nordic-council-session

  30. Ministers Valtonen and Tavio to attend World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos - Finnish Government

    16.1.2026 | The annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) will take place in Davos, Switzerland, on 19–23 January. Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen and Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio will attend the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministers-valtonen-and-tavio-to-attend-world-economic-forum-s-annual-meeting-in-davos

  31. Prime Minister Marin to attend special meeting of European Council - Finnish Government

    16.2.2022 | Prime Minister Sanna Marin will attend a special meeting of the European Council to be held in Brussels on Thursday 17 February.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-marin-to-attend-special-meeting-of-european-council-1

  32. Government continues work to tackle labour exploitation: legislative amendments to residence permit procedures underway - Finnish Government

    22.1.2026 | Effective and proactive action is needed to address the exploitation of foreign workers. The Government is continuing its efforts to combat labour exploitation with a legislative project that will examine and prepare the necessary amendments to residence permit procedures.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-continues-work-to-tackle-labour-exploitation-legislative-amendments-to-residence-permit-procedures-underway

  33. Finland to apply for EU support for those made redundant in paper industry - Finnish Government

    22.12.2025 | Finland has decided to apply for support from the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) to reduce the impact of terminations announced by the paper industry in October. Finland will submit an application to the European Commission in early 2026 after the number of people being made redundant is known. Funding will be used for services promoting re-employment. Of the total budget of an EGF project, 60 per cent comes from the EU and the remainder is funded nationally.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/finland-to-apply-for-eu-support-for-those-made-redundant-in-paper-industry

  34. Finland and Germany sign statement of intent on hydrogen cooperation - Finnish Government

    18.2.2026 | Finland and Germany have signed a statement of intent on further cooperation on hydrogen infrastructure, hydrogen technology development and investments in the hydrogen sector. The statement was signed by Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala and, on behalf of Germany, Minister of Economic Affairs and Energy Katherina Reiche in connection with the Ministerial Meeting of the International Energy Agency (IEA) in Paris on 18 February 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/finland-and-germany-sign-statement-of-intent-on-hydrogen-cooperation

  35. Government allocates EUR 289 million to support regional vitality, growth and defence projects - Finnish Government

    12.2.2026 | On 12 February 2026, the Government decided on the allocation of funds for 2026 under the EU’s Regional and Structural Policy Programme, ‘Innovation and Skills in Finland 2021–2027’, and on the allocation of funds from the 2021–2027 Interreg programmes.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-allocates-eur-289-million-to-support-regional-vitality-growth-and-defence-projects

  36. Minister of Employment Marttinen visits Canada and US to strengthen cooperation within marine industry and skilled labour - Finnish Government

    16.2.2026 | Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen is currently visiting Canada and the United States. The visit is part of Finland’s long-term goal to intensify strategic cooperation and collaboration on skills and expertise with North America. Another purpose is to find sustainable solutions for the development, availability and opportunities for skilled labour in the marine industry together with partner countries.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-employment-marttinen-visits-canada-and-us-to-strengthen-cooperation-within-marine-industry-and-skilled-labour

  37. Government proposes measures to prevent benefit fraud and incorrect payments - Finnish Government

    9.4.2026 | The Government is proposing changes aimed at preventing intentional misuse of social security, reducing incorrect social security payments and improving information exchange with Kela, the Social Insurance Institution of Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/government-proposes-measures-to-prevent-benefit-fraud-and-incorrect-payments

  38. Finnish art showcased in New York – Minister Talvitie strengthens partnerships in the United States - Finnish Government

    27.11.2025 | Minister of Science and Culture Mari-Leena Talvitie will visit New York from 1 to 4 December to strengthen partnerships between Finland and the United States in culture and the creative industries, with a special focus on visual arts.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410845/finnish-art-showcased-in-new-york-minister-talvitie-strengthens-partnerships-in-the-united-states

  39. Foreign Minister Valtonen to visit German state of Bavaria - Finnish Government

    5.1.2026 | On 7-8 January 2026, Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen will visit the German state of Bavaria, where she will attend a meeting of the parliamentary group of the Bavarian Christian Social Union (CSU) in Seeon Abbey. She will also meet representatives of Finnish and German companies in Munich.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-valtonen-to-visit-german-state-of-bavaria

  40. Kari Jääskeläinen appointed Special Adviser to Minister of Economic Affairs Kulmuni - Finnish Government

    10.6.2019 | Minister of Economic Affairs Katri Kulmuni has appointed Kari Jääskeläinen, Master of Administrative Sciences, as her Special Adviser. He will take up this position immediately. Jääskeläinen will assist the Minister in business and employment matters, and with the Minister’s communications. Other Special Advisers to the Minister will be appointed shortly.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/kari-jaaskelainen-elinkeinoministeri-kulmunin-erityisavustajaksi

  41. Finland’s withdrawal from Ottawa Convention to take effect - Finnish Government

    10.1.2026 | Finland’s withdrawal from the Ottawa Anti-Personnel Landmines Convention will take effect on 10 January. Finland remains committed to the humanitarian objectives of the Ottawa Convention.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finland-s-withdrawal-from-ottawa-convention-to-take-effect

  42. Integration‑focused Norwegian‑model home care allowance enters supplementary consultation - Finnish Government

    17.2.2026 | The Ministry of Social Affairs and Health is requesting comments on a proposal to amend the Act on Child Home Care Allowances and Private Childcare Allowances. The proposal seeks to promote the integration and employment of women with an immigrant background and to implement the so‑called Norwegian model for child home care allowance, in line with the Government Programme of Prime Minister Petter Orpo.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/integration-focused-norwegian-model-home-care-allowance-enters-supplementary-consultation

  43. Finnish CSOs receive government grants for development cooperation and humanitarian work - Finnish Government

    4.12.2025 | The Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs has awarded approximately EUR 311 million to Finnish civil society organisations (CSOs) for multiannual, programme-based development cooperation and humanitarian work in 2026–2029. Programme-based support, which is the main form of funding for CSOs for development cooperation work, will be awarded to 23 CSOs.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finnish-csos-receive-government-grants-for-development-cooperation-and-humanitarian-work

  44. Consultation round: Monitoring of residence permits for international students to be enhanced - Finnish Government

    16.1.2026 | The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment has sent out for comments a proposal to amend the post-decision monitoring of education-based residence permits. The aim of better monitoring is to prevent the misuse of permits.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/consultation-round-monitoring-of-residence-permits-for-international-students-to-be-enhanced

  45. Ministers for European affairs to discuss next multiannual financial framework and rule of law - Finnish Government

    14.11.2025 | The EU General Affairs Council (GAC) will meet in Brussels on Monday 17 November. The main themes of the meeting will be the EU’s next multiannual financial framework, the annual rule of law dialogue and preparations for the December European Council. Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministers-for-european-affairs-to-discuss-next-multiannual-financial-framework-and-rule-of-law

  46. Foreign Minister Valtonen to host OSCE Ministerial Council in Vienna - Finnish Government

    28.11.2025 | Finnish Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen, the current Chairperson-in-Office of the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), will host the Ministerial Council meeting in Austria on 4–5 December.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-valtonen-to-host-osce-ministerial-council-in-vienna

  47. Finland to join European Digital Infrastructure Consortium for Agri-Food - Finnish Government

    26.1.2026 | Finland will join as a founding member to the new European Digital Infrastructure Consortium for the agriculture and food sectors (Agri-Food EDIC) that aims to strengthen the EU-level digital and data infrastructure in these sectors. The consortium offers a platform to the Member States for advancing multinational digital projects, enables joint investments in the digital infrastructure and promo...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410837/finland-to-join-european-digital-infrastructure-consortium-for-agri-food

  48. Ministers for European affairs to exchange views on safeguarding democracy and continue rule of law dialogue - Finnish Government

    25.1.2026 | The EU General Affairs Council (GAC) will meet in Brussels on Monday 26 January. The Council will discuss the European Democracy Shield, continue the rule of law dialogue and hear a presentation from the Cyprus Presidency of the Council of the EU on the priorities of its programme. Minister for European Affairs and Ownership Steering Joakim Strand will represent Finland at the meeting.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministers-for-european-affairs-to-exchange-views-on-safeguarding-democracy-and-continue-rule-of-law-dialogue

  49. New report highlights means, costs and impacts of increased promotion and use of nuclear power - Finnish Government

    25.3.2026 | A study describing the alternatives and costs of nuclear energy promotion as well as its effects on the electricity market has been published. The report commissioned by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment and produced by AFRY Management Consulting Oy was submitted to Minister of Climate and the Environment Sari Multala on 25 March 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/new-report-highlights-means-costs-and-impacts-of-increased-promotion-and-use-of-nuclear-power

  50. Prime Minister Orpo speaks with Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever - Finnish Government

    11.12.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever spoke briefly on Thursday 11 December. Among other things, their conversation focused on frozen Russian assets and the plans for a reparations loan that would use the frozen assets to support Ukraine.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-speaks-with-belgian-prime-minister-bart-de-wever

  51. Foreign Minister Valtonen outlines Finland’s Arctic foreign and security policy: Finland is a trusted partner in Arctic security and expertise - Finnish Government

    25.11.2025 | On 25 November, Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen presented a policy document outlining Finland’s Arctic foreign and security policy. The Foreign Minister’s policy document complements Finland’s Strategy for Arctic Policy (2021) and the Government report on Finnish Foreign and Security Policy (2024).
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/foreign-minister-valtonen-outlines-finland-s-arctic-foreign-and-security-policy-finland-is-a-trusted-partner-in-arctic-security-and-expertise

  52. VR Group to transfer rolling stock used in passenger rail services funded by the government to Suomen Ostoliikennekalusto - Finnish Government

    11.2.2026 | VR-Group Plc and Suomen Ostoliikennekalusto Oy announced today that they have signed an asset purchase agreement concerning the rolling stock used in passenger rail services funded by the government. The rolling stock will be transferred to Suomen Ostoliikennekalusto's ownership from the beginning of March.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/vr-group-to-transfer-rolling-stock-used-in-passenger-rail-services-funded-by-the-government-to-suomen-ostoliikennekalusto

  53. Ministers' roundtable: employment of international students requires more tailored language support and stronger links to working life - Finnish Government

    13.11.2025 | International higher education students could play an even bigger role in driving Finland’s growth. Minister of Employment Matias Marttinen and Minister of Science and Culture Mari-Leena Talvitie invited businesses, cities, higher education institutions and students to find solutions to improve international students’ employment prospects in Finland.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/ministers-roundtable-employment-of-international-students-requires-more-tailored-language-support-and-stronger-links-to-working-life

  54. Ministerial Committee on EU Affairs discusses Commission proposal to curb fluctuations in emission allowance prices - Finnish Government

    16.1.2026 | In its meeting on 16 January, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions on the Commission’s proposal for an amendment to the Market Stability Reserve Decision. The proposal aims to curb fluctuations in emission allowance prices when the new emissions trading system for road transport and buildings is launched in 2028.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-discusses-commission-proposal-to-curb-fluctuations-in-emission-allowance-prices

  55. Government proposes increasing competition in public procurement - Finnish Government

    5.2.2026 | The Government aims to increase fair and open competition. For this reason, it proposes several amendments to increase competition in public procurement and limit the use of in-house entities.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-proposes-increasing-competition-in-public-procurement

  56. Prime Minister Orpo meets with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at European Council – Zelenskyy expresses gratitude to Finland - Finnish Government

    23.10.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met in Brussels on 23 October. Their bilateral discussion took place in connection with the European Council.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-meets-with-ukrainian-president-zelenskyy-at-european-council-zelenskyy-expresses-gratitude-to-finland

  57. Ministry of Transport and Communications to launch preparation of EUR 1.05 million state aid package for Finnish News Agency STT - Finnish Government

    18.2.2026 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications published a memorandum on 18 February 2026 on the current state, outlook and measures to boost the competitiveness of the domestic media sector. At the same time, the Ministry of Transport and Communications is launching the preparation of a non-recurring state aid package for the Finnish News Agency STT.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/ministry-of-transport-and-communications-to-launch-preparation-of-eur-1.05-million-state-aid-package-for-finnish-news-agency-stt

  58. Implementation of national strategic choices for RDI policy begins - Finnish Government

    4.2.2026 | The Research and Innovation Council has kicked off the implementation of the national strategic choices for research, development and innovation (RDI) policy and activities by inviting key actors to take part in a joint discussion. The stakeholder event on Wednesday 4 February brought together business leaders, researchers, representatives of higher education institutions and research institutes ...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/implementation-of-national-strategic-choices-for-rdi-policy-begins

  59. Minister Marttinen: Need for skilled labour in marine industry grows – employment services and continuing education must be harnessed to meet demand - Finnish Government

    11.2.2026 | The demand for skilled labour in the maritime industry is growing. Competence requirements in the sector, especially for highly skilled tasks, are changing. This is the conclusion of a report on the skills needs of the maritime industry published by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment on 11 February 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-marttinen-need-for-skilled-labour-in-marine-industry-grows-employment-services-and-continuing-education-must-be-harnessed-to-meet-demand

  60. Success of METSO Programme boosts transition to next programme period - Finnish Government

    12.11.2025 | The Forest Biodiversity Programme for Southern Finland METSO has established its position as part of nature conservation in Finland. The programme has developed a high-quality network of protected areas that already covers almost 100,000 hectares. The closing seminar of the programme period 2008–2025 presented some of the success stories of the widely appreciated METSO Programme.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/success-of-metso-programme-boosts-transition-to-next-programme-period