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28.5.2025 | On 28 May 2025, the Finnish Government submitted a Union communication to Parliament regarding the European Commission’s proposal for the so-called Roadworthiness Package. In principle, the Government supports the proposal’s aim to promote road safety and reduce the negative environmental impacts of transport.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-outlines-its-position-on-the-european-commission-s-roadworthiness-package
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6.5.2025 | The Nordic ministers of culture and ministers of education and science met in Helsinki on 5 and 6 May as part of Finland's and Åland's 2025 co-presidency of the Nordic Council of Ministers.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410845/nordic-ministers-meet-in-helsinki-to-discuss-resilience-protection-of-cultural-heritage-and-skills-development
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23.3.2023 | In its meeting on 23, the European Council discussed the EU’s support for Ukraine and the global effects of the war. Also present at the meeting were UN Secretary-General António Guterres and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the latter of whom joined the EU leaders via videoconference. The second main theme of the day was strengthening Europe’s long-term competitiveness.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-marin-at-european-council-meeting-ukraine-is-fighting-for-the-international-rules-based-system
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4.10.2024 | Finland is one of the strongest supporters of Ukraine in Europe. Finland has sent wide-ranging support to Ukraine; defence material; civilian material; humanitarian aid; and development cooperation. In a short period, Ukraine has become Finland’s most significant partner in development cooperation. Finland also supports Ukraine as part of the European Union.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-finland-continues-its-strong-support-for-ukrainian-civil-society
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25.4.2025 | At the presidential session on 25 April, the President of the Republic appointed the following persons to serve as heads of missions: Okko-Pekka Salmimies, Bern; Pekka Voutilainen, Hanoi; Jukka Siukosaari, Copenhagen; Riina-Riikka Heikka, Nairobi; Olli Kantanen, Stockholm; Eevamari Laaksonen, Pristina; Minna Laajava, Los Angeles.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/new-heads-of-mission-appointed
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31.3.2021 | Minister Skinnari will visit Stockholm on 31 March–1 April. The purpose of the visit is to promote both countries’ access on a growth track in international trade after COVID-19. Worldwide and European recovery measures offer excellent growth opportunities for Finnish and Swedish companies when they explore solutions related to green transition, digitalisation and development of industries.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-development-cooperation-and-foreign-trade-ville-skinnari-visits-stockholm
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21.5.2025 | English Style Guide A handbook for translators, revisers and authors of government texts Prime Minister’s Office, Finland ENGLISH STYLE GUIDE | PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE, FINLAND | 2025 2 Contents Quick reference guide .................................https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/194055633/200039989/English%20Style%20Guide.pdf/5bd1e60e-ddb0-2753-9888-fae77ef5a910/English%20Style%20Guide.pdf?t=1747856208269
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21.5.2025 | English Style Guide A handbook for translators, revisers and authors of government texts Prime Minister’s Office, Finland ENGLISH STYLE GUIDE | PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE, FINLAND | 2025 2 Contents Quick reference guide .................................https://valtioneuvosto.fi/documents/194055633/200039989/English%20Style%20Guide.pdf/5bd1e60e-ddb0-2753-9888-fae77ef5a910?t=1747856208269
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21.3.2022 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs publishes for the first time its long-term plan for Finland’s international climate finance, extending up to 2026. Finland’s international climate finance will increase nearly twofold during this government term compared to the previous term, and a larger share than before will be allocated to critical climate adaptation measures in developing countries. More attent...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-publishes-its-plan-for-international-climate-finance-nearly-twofold-increase-in-funding
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7.10.2024 | Minister of Economic Affairs Wille Rydman will visit The Hague in the Netherlands on 8 October 2024 as part of Team Finland’s trade mission focusing on the maritime industry.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-rydman-to-lead-marine-industry-focused-team-finland-visit-to-the-netherlands
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1.4.2022 | Finland will organise a high-level meeting on adaptation finance in Lahti on 3–4 April. The purposes of adaptation finance include preparing for extreme weather events, such as droughts or floods. The meeting seeks to find a common direction to fulfil the commitments made in the UN Climate Change Conference COP26 and pave the way towards COP27 to be held in November 2022. The aim is also to expand the role of the private sector in the funding.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/international-climate-finance-actors-meet-in-lahti-aim-to-respond-to-commitments-made-at-cop26
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13.6.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and acting Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte met in Helsinki on Thursday 13 June. Among other topics, their discussions focused on measures to guarantee European security and economic success.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/prime-minister-orpo-and-dutch-prime-minister-rutte-discuss-measures-to-guarantee-european-security-and-prosperity
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6.10.2021 | At their informal dinner meeting on 5 October, the EU Heads of State or Government held a strategic discussion about the EU’s role on the international stage. The meeting took place in Slovenia, which currently holds the EU Council Presidency. Topics on the agenda included security, trade policy and relations between the EU and China.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/eu-leaders-discuss-strengthening-union-s-role-on-international-stage
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12.3.2021 | Minister for Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Ville Skinnari has been appointed a global champion for school feeding by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP). In this role, Minister Skinnari will promote global awareness of school meals and will seek funding sources for school feeding programmes. The task will continue until the end of 2021.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/minister-for-development-cooperation-and-foreign-trade-ville-skinnari-announced-as-a-wfp-global-champion-for-school-feeding
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Minister of Employment Satonen to attend ILO Labour Conference on 5–7 June 2024 - Finnish Government
5.6.2024 | The International Labour Organization (ILO) will hold its International Labour Conference in Geneva on 3–14 June 2024. The agenda includes the protection of workers from biological hazards, discussion on the strategic objective of fundamental principles and rights at work, and decent work and the care economy.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/minister-of-employment-satonen-to-attend-ilo-labour-conference-on-5-7-june-2024 -
23.4.2025 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo’s Government has agreed on the General Government Fiscal Plan for 2026–2029. The decisions focus on reinforcing the conditions for economic growth and enhancing the security of Finland and the Finnish people. At the same time, the Government will ensure that public finances are sustainable. The growth package will be financed responsibly through measures to increase general government revenue and reduce expenditure.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/orpo-government-decisions-in-mid-term-policy-review-session-will-strengthen-finland-s-competitiveness-and-security
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17.4.2024 | In its meeting on Wednesday 17 April, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for the special European Council to be held in Brussels on 17 and 18 April. Items on the agenda for the meeting include the ongoing events in the Middle East and Ukraine, relations with Türkiye and Europe’s long-term competitiveness.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-eu-affairs-outlines-finland-s-positions-ahead-of-euco
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4.6.2025 | The EU Transport and Telecommunications Council will convene in Luxembourg from 5 to 6 June 2025. Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne will represent Finland at the meeting.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/minister-ranne-to-the-eu-transport-and-telecommunications-council-better-safety-for-roads-and-information-networks
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18.6.2024 | Exports of defence materiel grew in 2023 Ministry of Defence Publication date 18.6.2024 12.00 Type: Press release The Ministry of Defence has published a report on the exports of defence materiel in 2023. The report provides statistical data on bo...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/exports-of-defence-materiel-grew-in-2023
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30.4.2024 | Declaration from the NORDEFCO Ministerial Meeting in Faroe Islands 29-30 April 2024 Ministry of Defence Publication date 30.4.2024 13.16 Type: Press release Today, the Nordic Ministers of Defence, a representative of the Minister of Statehood and ...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/declaration-from-the-nordefco-ministerial-meeting-in-faroe-islands-29-30-april-2024-