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13.5.2026 | On 13 May 2026, the Government adopted a National Security Concept as a government resolution. The concept defines Finland’s key national security interests and focuses on measures to counter the most serious threats.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410869/government-issues-resolution-on-national-security-concept
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3.5.2026 | World Press Freedom Day is celebrated on 3 May. The day reminds us of the importance of free and independent media as the foundation for democracy, the rule of law and an open society. Finland promotes media freedom, which is fundamental to freedom of speech and expression, as part of its foreign and security policy.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/world-press-freedom-day-highlights-importance-of-freedom-of-expression-for-democracy-and-security
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12.5.2026 | In their meeting on Tuesday 12 May, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed the current situation in Ukraine and the need to continue to provide strong support for Ukraine and increase pressure on Russia.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-current-situation-in-ukraine-situation-in-strait-of-hormuz-and-finland-s-participation-in-g20-cooperation
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Governments and ministers You can browse the information on the site by government, minister, ministerial title and ministry. All ministers are listed for each government, along with their terms of office. The information on individual ministers i...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/governments-and-ministers/ministers/-/min/orpo/minister-of-social-security
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Governments and ministers You can browse the information on the site by government, minister, ministerial title and ministry. All ministers are listed for each government, along with their terms of office. The information on individual ministers i...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/governments-and-ministers/ministers/-/min/orpo/sosiaaliturvaministeri
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11.12.2025 | A round table discussion on port safety and security took place on 11 December 2025 at the invitation of Minister of Transport and Communications Lulu Ranne and Minister of the Interior Mari Rantanen. The meeting focussed on the security situation in Finnish ports and how they might be impacted by changes taking place in the operating environment.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/authorities-and-port-logistics-operators-gathered-to-discuss-port-safety-and-security-
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25.2.2026 | Security policy topics, which have dominated international coverage on Finland since 2022, continued as the key theme in 2025. The number of news headlines about Finland was lower than the previous year, but President of the Republic Alexander Stubb assumed a significantly more visible role on the international stage. Country brand surveys indicate that Finland’s brand has become more positive, and awareness of Finland has increased since 2024.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-alexander-stubb-and-security-policy-drew-global-attention-to-finland-in-2025
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27.6.2025 | The President of the Republic approved the legislative amendments on aviation on 27 June 2025. The amendments aim to improve aviation safety and security. The Acts will enter into force on 1 September 2025.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/legislative-amendments-to-improve-aviation-safety-and-security
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1.12.2025 | In their meeting on Monday 1 December, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed efforts to bring an end to Russia’s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-ukraine-syria-and-national-security-strategy
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8.1.2026 | On Thursday 8 January, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed progress in the Ukraine peace process, including the results of the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris on 6 January. As part of the Coalition, Finland stresses the importance of strong security guarantees in achieving a sustainable solution. The United States’ participation in Ukraine’s security guarantees is vital.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-ukraine-peace-negotiations-and-situation-concerning-greenland
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17.1.2026 | On Saturday 17 January, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy met for an informal working session to discuss key foreign and security policy issues, global and European development trends, and their significance for Finland both now and in the longer term.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-finland-s-position-and-influence-in-changing-world-order
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16.12.2025 | In their meeting on Tuesday 16 December, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed the current efforts to end Russia’s unlawful war of aggression, including the outcome of the meeting in Berlin on 15 December.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-situation-in-ukraine-2
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26.1.2026 | On 26 January 2026, Finland and 13 other European countries published a letter to the International Maritime Community on the safety and security risks caused by Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) interference. The signatories of the letter include the coastal states of the Baltic Sea and the North Sea: Finland, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Sweden and the United Kingdom as well as Iceland.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/itameren-ja-pohjanmeren-rantavaltiot-gnss-hairinta-on-lisannyt-merenkulun-turvallisuusriskeja-1
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28.1.2026 | On 28 January 2026, the Ministry of Transport and Communications published an interim review of the project on security and new economic growth from communication networks, known as the TUUTTI project. The review outlines the project’s progress and presents the key findings to date.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/1410829/communication-networks-at-heart-of-finland-s-security-and-economic-growth-interim-review-charts-progress-of-tuutti-project
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5.1.2026 | In their meeting on Monday 5 January, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed the current efforts to bring an end to Russia’s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine and advance the peace process.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-situation-in-ukraine-cable-damage-and-current-situation-in-venezuela
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21.11.2025 | On Friday 21 November, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed efforts to bring an end to Russia’s illegal war of aggression against Ukraine. The Ministerial Committee also received an overview of the proposals for ending Russia’s war of aggression that have recently come to light through public sources.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-situation-in-ukraine-1
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15.1.2026 | In their meeting on Thursday 15 January, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed support for Ukraine and the ongoing peace process.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-ukraine-peace-talks-greenland-the-situation-in-iran-and-key-nato-issues
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Governments and ministers You can browse the information on the site by government, minister, ministerial title and ministry. All ministers are listed for each government, along with their terms of office. The information on individual ministers i...https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/governments-and-ministers/ministers/-/min/orpo/maa-ja-metsatalousministeri
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18.11.2025 | On Tuesday 18 November, the President of the Republic and the Ministerial Committee on Foreign and Security Policy discussed the current situation in Ukraine and efforts to bring an end to Russia’s illegal war of aggression. It is essential to increase pressure on Russia and provide strong, continuous support to Ukraine. This work will continue in close cooperation with our allies.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/president-and-ministerial-committee-on-foreign-and-security-policy-discuss-situation-in-ukraine
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28.1.2026 | On 10 December 2024, the Finnish Ministry of Defence set up a project to examine the need to amend the Act on the Expropriation of Immovable Property and Special Rights to Ensure National Security and related legislation. The objective was to draw an overview of how the current legislation should be amended to ensure fair and effective safeguarding of real estate critical to national security.https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/working-group-proposes-that-real-estate-expropriation-for-security-reasons-be-assigned-to-ministry-of-defence