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  1. Minister of the Interior Rantanen and Permanent Secretary Sarasmaa to visit Estonia - Finnish Government

    10.6.2026 | Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of the Interior Matti Sarasmaa will visit Estonia on 10 June. During the trip, they will observe a joint exercise organised by Estonia, involving authorities from several European countries. The Finnish Police and the Finnish Border Guard will also take part in the exercise. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/-minister-of-the-interior-rantanen-and-permanent-secretary-sarasmaa-to-visit-estonia

  2. European Council to focus on high-level EU appointments and the future of the EU - Finnish Government

    25.6.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo will attend the European Council in Brussels on 27–28 June. The meeting will focus on Ukraine, the Middle East, security and defence, competitiveness and high-level appointments to EU institutions. The EU leaders will also adopt the Council’s strategic agenda, which will guide the EU’s work over the next few years.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-council-to-focus-on-high-level-eu-appointments-and-the-future-of-the-eu

  3. European Council makes progress on high-level EU appointments - Finnish Government

    18.6.2024 | Prime Minister Petteri Orpo took part in the informal meeting of the European Council in Brussels on 17 June, where the EU leaders discussed upcoming appointments to high-level EU roles. The leaders aim to reach a decision on the appointments at the EU summit on 27–28 June.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-council-makes-progress-on-high-level-eu-appointments

  4. Government proposes scrapping premium for purchasing new cars - Finnish Government

    22.9.2025 | On 22 September 2025, the Government submitted to Parliament a legislative proposal concerning a fixed-term scrapping premium for passenger cars. Scrapping premiums could be applied for concerning the period 1 October 2025–31 December 2027. Applications could be submitted when the act is in force. The act is proposed to enter into force on 1 January 2026.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-proposes-scrapping-premium-for-purchasing-new-cars

  5. Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen's speech at the Helsinki Security Forum 29.9.2023 - Finnish Government

    29.9.2023 | Minister of Defence Antti Häkkänen's speech at the Helsinki Security Forum 29.9.2023 Publication date 29.9.2023 12.00 Type: Speech Distinguished ministerial colleagues, ladies and gentlemen, The global security situation has changed. Tensions are ...
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-s-speech-at-the-helsinki-security-forum-29.9.2023

  6. Maritime Safety Committee finalises MASS Code and strengthens action on shadow fleet - Finnish Government

    27.5.2026 | The Maritime Safety Committee (MSC) of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) met in London from 18 to 22 May 2026 for their 111th session.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/maritime-safety-committee-finalises-mass-code-and-strengthens-action-on-shadow-fleet

  7. Government proposes new act on patient ombudspersons and social services ombudspersons - Finnish Government

    17.11.2022 | The Government proposes that a new act be enacted on patient ombudspersons and social services ombudspersons. The act would lay down provisions on the organisation of the activities of patient ombudspersons and social services ombudspersons and their independence, qualifications and duties. The act would also include provisions on the processing of personal data. 
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1271139/government-proposes-new-act-on-patient-ombudspersons-and-social-services-ombudspersons

  8. Scrapping premium available for purchasers of new cars in 2026–2027 - Finnish Government

    27.11.2025 | On 27 November 2025, the Government proposed approval of a fixed-term act on scrapping premiums for passenger cars. The act will enter into force on 1 January 2026. Applications for a scrapping premium may be submitted to the Transport and Communications Agency Traficom after the entry into force of the proposed act.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/scrapping-premium-available-for-purchasers-of-new-cars-in-2026-2027

  9. European Council agrees on high-level appointments and EU’s objectives for the next few years - Finnish Government

    28.6.2024 | At its meeting in Brussels on 27–28 June, the European Council decided on appointments to three high-level roles in EU institutions. The Council proposed that Ursula von der Leyen from Germany continue as President of the Commission, selected Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas as the candidate for High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, and elected former Prime Minister of Portugal António Costa President of the European Council.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/european-council-agrees-on-high-level-appointments-and-eu-s-objectives-for-the-next-few-years

  10. Implementation of Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive requires national preparation in Finland - Finnish Government

    24.5.2024 | The EU’s Competitiveness Council, which includes ministers from the Member States, adopted the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDD Directive) on 24 May. After formal approval by the Council, the Directive will be signed and published in the Official Journal of the European Union. After the Directive has entered into force, the Member States will have two years to transpose the new rules into their national legislation.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/implementation-of-corporate-sustainability-due-diligence-directive-requires-national-preparation-in-finland

  11. Olli-Pekka Rantala appointed as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Communications for a fixed term - Finnish Government

    17.10.2025 | Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne has appointed Olli-Pekka Rantala, Director General of the Ministerial Governance Department, as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Transport and Communications for a fixed term starting on 1 November 2025.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/olli-pekka-rantala-appointed-as-permanent-secretary-of-the-ministry-of-transport-and-communications-for-a-fixed-term

  12. Finland participates in developing interoperability within border and visa policies to detect multiple identities - Finnish Government

    24.1.2024 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs’ project on interoperability (the UMPIO project) coordinates the data related to internal security, border security and migration management in the EU information systems for security. The project is part of the development of entry systems funded by the EU.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finland-participates-in-developing-interoperability-within-border-and-visa-policies-to-detect-multiple-identities

  13. Government submits position to Parliament on Commission proposal to improve working conditions of trainees - Finnish Government

    6.6.2024 | On 20 March 2024, the European Commission proposed a directive that would improve the working conditions of trainees and combat regular employment relationships disguised as traineeships. The proposal contains a number of provisions that would help trainees secure their rights.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/government-submits-position-to-parliament-on-commission-proposal-to-improve-working-conditions-of-trainees

  14. Finland joins a Declaration of Intent promoting the automation of road transport - Finnish Government

    8.6.2026 | On 9 June 2026, in connection with the EU Transport Council meeting, Finland joined a Joint Declaration of Intent by Member States regarding large-scale cross-border testbeds for autonomous vehicles. The aim is to promote the testing of automated driving systems in the EU.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/finland-joins-a-declaration-of-intent-promoting-the-automation-of-road-transport

  15. EU Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence fails to receive a qualified majority of votes in Coreper - Finnish Government

    28.2.2024 | Today, the Committee of Permanent Representatives of the Governments of the Member States (Coreper) discussed the due diligence obligations of companies concerning corporate social responsibility, i.e. the EU Directive on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence. Despite Finland’s constructive influence, the proposed Directive failed to receive a qualified majority of votes in Coreper.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410877/eu-directive-on-corporate-sustainability-due-diligence-fails-to-receive-a-qualified-majority-of-votes-in-coreper

  16. Minister Bergqvist appointed to represent EU at World Anti-Doping Agency - Finnish Government

    24.10.2023 | Minister of Youth, Sport and Physical Activity Sandra Bergqvist will represent the EU on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Foundation Board.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410845/minister-bergqvist-appointed-to-represent-eu-at-world-anti-doping-agency

  17. Application of the Schengen acquis to be evaluated in Finland - Finnish Government

    4.5.2023 | The European Commission will carry out a Schengen evaluation in Finland in May and June 2023. Evaluation teams coordinated by the Commission will travel across Finland to evaluate how the Finnish authorities apply the Schengen acquis in its different areas.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/application-of-the-schengen-acquis-to-be-evaluated-in-finland

  18. Government proposes amendments to 2025 budget proposal - Finnish Government

    21.11.2024 | On Thursday 21 November, the Government submitted its proposal to Parliament to amend the budget proposal for 2025. Some items in the proposal concern the Government's EUR 4 billion investment programme. The proposal will increase the revenue estimate by EUR 67 million and the requirement for appropriations by EUR 405 million.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/government-proposes-amendments-to-2025-budget-proposal

  19. Progress on Finland’s icebreaker fleet investment programme, changes to Arctia’s Board - Finnish Government

    16.10.2025 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications is preparing a long-term investment programme, based on the Government Programme, to renew Finland’s icebreaking fleet. In addition, Sanna Ruuskanen, Director of Unit at the Ministry of Transport and Communications, will be appointed as a new member of the Board of Directors of Arctia Ltd, Finland’s state-owned icebreaking company.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/progress-on-finland-s-icebreaker-fleet-investment-programme-changes-to-arctia-s-board

  20. EU Commissioner for Preparedness Lahbib to visit Helsinki - Finnish Government

    3.10.2025 | The EU Commissioner for Equality and for Preparedness and Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib will visit Helsinki on Friday 3 October. She will meet Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen and Minister of Social Security Sanni Grahn-Laasonen. The visit to Finland is on the invitation of Minister of the Interior Rantanen. On Thursday Commissioner Lahbib was in Oulu to observe the international Rescue Borealis field training exercise.
    https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/eu-commissioner-for-preparedness-lahbib-to-visit-helsinki