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Stubb and Valtonen Join Key Meetings in Washington, D.C.
Finland’s president and foreign minister will visit Washington in mid-April for the annual Bilderberg Meeting, followed by public talks and high-level meetings across the U.S. capital.
Finland and Canada Set for Busy Bilateral Visit
Finland’s president will spend two days in Ottawa meeting Canadian leaders, focusing on shared...
New Statement on President Stubb’s Health
President Alexander Stubb’s health is regularly evaluated by specialists from multiple medical fields as required.
Maia Sandu Visit to Finland Postponed After President Stubb Falls Ill
The official visit of Moldovan President Maia Sandu to Finland, scheduled for Tuesday, was postponed after Finnish President Alexander Stubb contracted a viral illness, the Finnish president’s office noted on Monday evening.
JEF Leaders Unite in Helsinki to Boost Ukraine Support, Counter Russian Threats and Strengthen Northern European Security
Leaders of the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) convened in Helsinki to reaffirm their commitment to European security, support for Ukraine and coordinated responses to regional challenges such as foreign drone incidents and hybrid warfare threats.
PM Orpo and Martin to Discuss Ireland’s Upcoming EU Presidency and Key International Issues in Helsinki Meeting
Prime Minister Petteri Orpo and Prime Minister Micheal Martin of Ireland are set to meet in Helsinki next Tuesday to discuss Ireland’s upcoming EU Presidency and key international topics.
JEF Leaders’ Summit Starts Today in Helsinki with the Heads of 10 Northern European Countries
The Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) summit, held at the Presidential Palace, brings together leaders from the UK, Nordic, and Baltic countries to discuss matters of mutual security.
JEF Likely to Disrupt Traffic in Helsinki on Thursday
President Alexander Stubb will host the JEF Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki on Thursday, prompting the police to enforce traffic controls, temporary city center closures and restricted airspace for security.
Moldova’s President Maia Sandu to Discuss EU Accession and Security with Finland’s Alexander Stubb in Helsinki Visit
President Maia Sandu of Moldova will visit Finland next Tuesday for talks with Finnish President Alexander Stubb on bilateral relations, regional security amid Russia’s war in Ukraine, Moldova’s EU accession, transatlantic ties, and global challenges.
Finns Party MP Ari Koponen Proposes Abolishing National and Guaranteed Pensions for Immigrants
Ari Koponen, a Finns Party MP, has proposed abolishing national and guaranteed pensions for...
President Alexander Stubb to Visit London for Talks on Global Order, European Cooperation and Finnish Innovations
Next week, President Alexander Stubb will travel to London accompanied by his spouse, Suzanne Innes-Stubb.
Uzbekistan’s Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov Visits Finland for Talks on Bilateral Relations and Security Policy
Foreign Minister Bakhtiyor Saidov of Uzbekistan is visiting Finland to strengthen bilateral relations and discuss foreign and security policy with Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP).
President Stubb Visits India: Finland and India Strengthen Strategic Partnership with Joint Plans for Digitalization and Sustainability
The visit featured key engagements such as the Raisina Dialogue keynote and bilateral talks, focusing on strategic partnerships in AI development.
Finland Proposes Legal Changes to Allow Nuclear Weapons Transit for NATO Defense in Rare Cases
While the amendments would allow for the handling of nuclear explosives in Finland under exceptional military defense circumstances, such actions would remain prohibited otherwise.
President Stubb to Strengthen Ties with India on Landmark 2026 State Visit Beginning Today
President Alexander Stubb is scheduled to visit India from March 4 to 7, 2026, representing an important move toward enhancing bilateral relations.
Read PM Petteri Orpo’s Announcement on Border Security in Full
On Thursday, Prime Minister Petteri Orpo (NCP) made an announcement on border security to Parliament. We publish Prime Minister Orpo’s remarks in full.
Sanna Marin Has Resigned Parliament
Parliament has accepted the resignation of the former prime minister and MP, Sanna Marin (SDP).
Sanna Marin, the Former Prime Minister of Finland, Aims to Resign Parliament
Marin has been appointed as a strategic adviser in an institute that deals with governments and political leaders.
NCP, Finns, Christian Democrats, Swedish People’s Party to Begin Government Formation Talks; Orpo: Difficulties Ahead
The National Coalition Party (NCP), the Finns Party (Finns), the Christian Democrats (CD) and the Swedish People’s Party (SPP) will participate in the government formation talks.
Finland’s Parliamentary Election 2023 Coverage: Finland Veers Right; Left-Wing Leader, ‘I’m Pissed Off Like a Small Animal’; PM Marin to Step Down as SDP Leader
We followed Finland’s election night closely. Here’s our reportage.
Finnish Parliament Approves NATO Bid
The proposal was approved by a vote of 184–7.
‘Never Again Alone’ Finnish Parliament Votes 188-8 in Favor of Joining NATO
On May 17, Parliament adopted an opinion on government reports on the changing security environment and Finland’s application to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, NATO.
Government Proposes a New Law on Clothing and Shoe Labeling to Satisfy EU Rules
Penalty payments because of incorrect or deficient labels have not been possible before.
Finnish Parliament Approves EU’s Recovery Fund
On Tuesday, Finland approved the European Union’s €750 billion recovery fund, a spending package to fight the downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Finland to Host JEF Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki Focused on Ukraine and European Security
President Alexander Stubb will convene a JEF Leaders’ Summit in Helsinki in March 2026 to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine and European security amid regional tensions.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to Visit Rome for Diplomatic Talks, Business Forum and Arctic Policy Speech
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) is scheduled to visit Rome from March 2 to 3 to enhance diplomatic and economic relations between Finland and Italy.
Finnish President Stubb Visits Ukraine on Tuesday to Affirm Ongoing Support Amid War
Finnish President Alexander Stubb’s visit to Ukraine highlights Finland’s continued dedication to supporting Ukraine
Finnish Trade Minister Ville Tavio Visits London to Boost Security, Defence and Space Tech Cooperation with the UK
Finnish minister Ville Tavio will travel to London to strengthen commercial and economic relations between Finland and the UK.
Wille Rydman Appointed as New Minister of Social Affairs and Health After Kaisa Juuso’s Resignation
Wille Rydman has been unanimously chosen by the Finns Party to become Finland’s new Minister of Social Affairs and Health, following the resignation of Kaisa Juuso (Finns).
President Stubb to Meet President Macron in Paris to Discuss Bilateral Relations and Security Issues
President Alexander Stubb will visit Paris on 23 February 2026 to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron. The agenda includes peace efforts, current security policy issues and other topics.
Finnish PM Orpo to Visit India, Highlight AI Cooperation and Strengthen Economic Ties
Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo is visiting New Delhi from February 17 to 20, accompanied by a business delegation, to enhance economic relations and showcase Finland’s expertise in artificial intelligence.
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen to Visit Israel and Palestinian Territories for High-Level Talks on Bilateral Relations and Middle East Peace
Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP) will visit Israel and the Palestinian territories from February 15 to 16.
President Stubb Opens 2026 Parliament; Emphasizes Diplomacy, Alliances and National Defense Amid Global Shifts
President Alexander’s address to open the 2026 parliamentary session highlighted Finland’s proactive approach to global challenges, emphasizing diplomacy, strong alliances, and national defense.
President Stubb and Spouse to Attend 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony
President Alexander Stubb and his spouse will attend the Milan–Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony in Italy on February 6, including a reception with the Italian president.