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17.6.2026 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is requesting comments on the draft government proposal to amend the Act on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items (500/2024). Comments should be submitted via the lausuntopalvelu.fi consultation service by 29 July 2026 at the latest.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/public-consultation-begins-on-amendments-to-legislation-on-export-control-of-dual-use-items
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19.5.2026 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is inviting companies exporting dual-use items to take part in export control training on Tuesday 2 June 2026.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/export-control-training-for-exporters-of-dual-use-items
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25.5.2026 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is preparing a government proposal for the amendment of the Act on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items (500/2024). The amendment would be technical in nature, and it would remove from the national control list items already listed at EU level as of November 2025, make the necessary changes to the Act in relation to the new national general export authorisations and further specify the reporting obligation.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/finnish-act-on-export-control-of-dual-use-items-to-be-amended
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26.6.2026 | On Thursday 25 June, the Finnish Defence Forces, the Finnish technology company Insta and Lockheed Martin signed an agreement to create a maintenance and service centre in Finland. The centre will be located at Insta’s offices in Tampere.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-a-maintenance-and-service-centre-for-mlrs-common-fire-control-system-will-be-created-in-finland
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5.6.2026 | In line with the Government Programme, the Finnish Government will reform the Act on the Screening of Foreign Corporate Acquisitions so that risks relating to national security, security of supply and broad-spectrum threats are taken into account more effectively than at present. The Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment has sent out for comments a government proposal to reform the legislat...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/minister-of-defence-antti-hakkanen-a-stricter-control-of-foreign-acquisitions-would-strengthen-security
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State ownership steering and ownership policy State ownership policy is active, open and pragmatic. The State develops its shareholdings using the tools of a responsible owner and aims for a long-term increase in ownership value. The premises for ...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/government-ownership-steering
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Government news The ministries communicate openly about the preparation of matters, the decision-making process and the effects of decisions. News items from all ministries are available on the Government website. Ministers for sports: EU funding ...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/current-issues/news
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15.4.2026 | The Decree of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs on Certain Documents Related to Export Control of Dual-Use Items entered into force on 15 April 2026. The decree supplements the Act on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items (500/2024), which entered into force in 2024, and clarifies the reporting and notification obligations for exporters. The provisions of the decree concern reporting on the use of ...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/decree-on-certain-documents-related-to-export-control-of-dual-use-items-enters-into-force
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Instructions for visitors The visitors' entrance to the Government Palace is via the Information Desk (VN Infopiste), which is through the main entrance on Snellmaninkatu. Please make sure to arrange this in advance with the Government Security Co...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/information-for-visitors
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2.3.2026 | The Ministry of Transport and Communications requests comments on the draft government proposal for revised Ship Safety Control Act. The new act would repeal the current Ship Safety Control Act and introduce national legislation implementing the ship safety control regulation of the European Union’s so-called Maritime Safety Package. Comments may be submitted until 24 April 2026.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/proposal-for-a-ship-safety-control-act-sent-out-for-comments
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The Translation and Language Division of the Finnish Prime Minister’s Office has published a new edition of the NATO Glossary with nearly a hundred new concepts and their translations. A team of language specialists is working to extend the glossary in consultation with experts. The glossary gives recommendations for the Finnish and Swedish equivalents of English names, titles and terms used in the NATO context.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/new-edition-of-nato-glossary-published
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19.3.2026 | The decree on certain documents related to export control of dual-use items has been approved and will enter into force on 15 April 2026. The decree lays down provisions supplementing the Act on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items (500/2024).https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/decree-on-certain-documents-related-to-export-control-of-dual-use-items-approved
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Companies owned by the State The tables below list the State’s holdings in the various companies and the authorisations given by Parliament to the Government to broaden the ownership base. The companies are divided into listed companies, non-liste...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/government-ownership-steering/companies
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26.5.2026 | Today, the Ministry of the Environment informed the Finnish Supervisory Agency and, together with the Association of Finnish Local and Regional Authorities, the municipal building control authorities about the accident in Helsinki in September 2025 and the progress of the investigations. Based on the tests, the Safety Investigation Authority issued a press release and an accident threat notification on 21 May 2026 concerning fibre cement boards used in balcony railings.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410903/ministry-of-the-environment-requests-municipalities-to-contact-those-who-have-undertaken-construction-projects-to-ensure-that-balcony-railings-comply-with-requirements
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25.6.2026 | On 25 June 2026, the Government submitted a proposal to amend taxi legislation for approval. The aim is to increase trust in the taxi services sector. The amendments are due to come into force in stages, from 1 September 2026 and from 1 January 2027.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/government-submits-amendments-to-taxi-legislation-for-approval-first-changes-to-take-effect-in-september
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7.10.2025 | The Ministry for Foreign Affairs will organise an event on current export control matters for exporters of dual-use items on 31 October 2025.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/join-our-export-control-clinic
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17.6.2026 | On Wednesday 17 June, the Ministerial Committee on European Union Affairs outlined Finland’s positions for the European Council meeting at the end of this week. The Ministerial Committee also discussed ways to use the European Peace Facility (EPF) to support Ukraine, Commission Communication on fertilisers and reform of the merger control rules.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/ministerial-committee-on-european-union-affairs-outlined-positions-for-european-council-meeting
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Current issues The Government’s actions have a significant impact on the everyday lives of Finnish people and on society as a whole. The ministries communicate openly about the preparation of matters, the decision-making process and the effects of...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/current-issues
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Preparedness, security and situation awareness Preparedness means planning and preparing for incidents, emergencies and major accidents before they occur. The Security Strategy for Society defines an incident as a threat or event that endangers vi...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/preparedness-security-and-situation-awareness