Finland and Russia to Enhance Cooperation in Migration Policies
The objective is that the authorities from both countries would meet regularly to exchange information,” said Director General Jorma Vuorio.
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Russia’s Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev to Visit Finland in September
This is the fourth meeting between the prime ministers.
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Finnish Name Day Calendar Updated With 35 New Names With Foreign Roots – Is Your Name on the List?
There are many foreign names on the list.
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Only One-Third of Youth Wear Bicycle Helmet
The challenges in wearing a helmet include sweat and messing up the hairdo.
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Endangered Red Panda Couple Got Their First Cub at The Helsinki Zoo
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Scandinavia’s First Female Imam and Founder of Women-Led Mosque Sherin Khankan to Lecture in Helsinki on Friday
Khankan is the author of the book titled “Women Are The Future of Islam,” and she is considered one of the 100 leading female pioneers in the world.
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A Present for the People! President Niinistö Publishes the First Public Picture of His Son Aaro
While celebrating his 70th birthday, President Niinistö published the first public picture of his son today.
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The Vice-Chair of the Finnish Construction Trade Union Criticizes Cheap Labor from Abroad
“Is the idea to create a fast lane passing those staying in the country and leave those foreigners already living in Finland permanently unemployed?”
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President Niinistö to Meet Putin in Sochi in Late August
The Finnish President Sauli Niinistö met his Russian counterpart previously in mid-July.
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The Police Observe Zebra Crossings As Thousands of First-Graders Begin School Today
Starting today, the police will be seen on the main streets in the vicinity of schools in Helsinki.
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Finland Ranks As the Third Most Innovative Country in the EU
Finland scores strongest in the area of an innovation-friendly environment and human resources.
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Helsinki Pride Parade Attracts 100,000 People in the Largest March Organized in Finland
This year the organizers wanted to highlight the diversity of their LGBTIQ community and make room for voices often left unheard or silenced in the society.
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President Barack Obama to Visit Finland in September
The former US President Barack Obama will speak at the Nordic Business Forum in Helsinki in September.
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Changes in Commuter Train Services Stop Trains Running to Helsinki
The first phase will last until July 17 (05:00 in the morning) and affects commuter trains I, P, N and K.
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Nine Things That Finland Can Learn From the Terrorist Attack in Turku Last Year
An independent investigation team has completed a safety investigation of the stabbings that took place in Turku on August 18, 2017.
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Low Use of Antibiotics and Pesticides Prove the Strengths of Finnish Food Production in International Comparison
The good situation in terms of animal and plant diseases is something quite unique as well.
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Happy Birthday Helsinki! – The Capital of Finland Celebrates With Over 100 Free Events Across the City
Here are some of the highlights of the day.
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2,000 People Join the Pride Parade in Tampere – View the Pictures
This year, there will be a record number of Pride events arranged across the country.
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Finland Has the Best Environment For Preventing Illicit Trade
Finland tops the government policy category and ranks 5th in the supply and demand category.
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Finland to Host an International Meeting Against Nuclear Terrorism
The network brings together states and international organizations to carry out concrete cooperation against nuclear threats.
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The Portrait of President Sauli Niinistö Is on Display In Ateneum Art Museum
The portrait has been moved to the museum from the Presidential Room of the Government Palace.
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Ethiopian Foreign Minister Workneh Gebeyehu Discusses Development Cooperation in Finland
Ethiopia is one of the fastest growing economies in the world.
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Over 7,000 People Still Without Electricity – ‘Toivo’ Storm Runs Amok in Eastern Finland And Knocks Down Trees
On Monday evening, there were reports of 40,000 people without electricity in eastern parts of the country, namely in the Northern Karelia region.
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60 Years In the Making – The First Finnish Motorway E18 Is Now Finished
The E18 motorway connection from Turku to Vaalimaa is now fully completed. The connection is very important for business and safety.
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The Finnish Flag Turns 100
The Finnish parliament debated the flag issue in spring 1918, and on May 28 approved the proposal of its constitutional committee for a new national symbol.
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‘NoCore’ Explores Masculinity and Homosexuality Within the Migration
The title signifies the empty shell that remains when a person is forced to censure her- or himself when forced to move to another country due to discrimination.
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Significance of Labor Migration Increases
Smooth permit procedures play a significant role in attracting international talents and workers to Finland.
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Half of the Foreign Students in Higher Education Are Planning to Stay in Finland After Their Studies
The percentage of happy foreign students is very high.
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Which Finnish City Should Be Known as The Capital of Metal? – A Campaign Attempts to Find Out
The campaign also spotlights Finland’s position at the center of the global heavy metal community: Finland has more metal bands per capita than any other country.
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Finland, Sweden and the US Deepen Their Defense Cooperation
The Statement of Intent was signed by the US and “two of its most capable and likeminded partners.”
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Finland and Estonia Strengthen Their Ties in a Historical Jubilee Meeting
The inter-governmental meeting between Finland and Estonia is the first one in the whole history of the two nations.
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Finland Has The Cleanest Air in the World
Finland tops the world in air quality.
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Helsinki Region Seeks to be Low-Emission, Attractive, Prospering and Dynamic
According to the forecast, the Helsinki region will have a total population of 2 million and 1.05 million jobs in 2050.
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Barbie The Style Icon Takes Over the National Museum of Finland
Throughout eight thematic sections, Barbie’s evolution can be viewed over the past 59 years.
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President Niinistö Calls Trump
President Sauli Niinistö had a telephone call with the US President Donald Trump on Monday, April 23.
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President and the Foreign and Security Policy Committee Discuss Syria and Decide on a Major International Military Exercise
The aim is to strengthen Finland’s defense capability and readiness and exercise in receiving international assistance and interoperability.
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Linnanmäki Amusement Park Opens on Friday – Here’s What’s New
The oldest amusement park in Finland gets ready for a new season.
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The Police Catch Over 5,000 Drivers of Speeding in 24 Hours – In Helsinki, the Number of Overspeeders Significantly Lower than Before
Speed limit enforcement was implemented in more than 20 European countries at the same time.
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Strike in the Construction Industry Begins on Thursday – Employers Get Ready for Significant Losses
Seven companies working with concrete will go on strike today because of a dispute over wages.
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Finland To Increase Trade in Renewable Energy With India – India Cuts Down Nuclear Power Plant Construction
According to PM Juha Sipilä, who met with his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, on Tuesday, Finland’s exports to India have grown over the past few years.
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Wednesday and Thursday the Most Surefire Days of the Year to Get a Speeding Ticket
Speed limit enforcement will be focused on urban areas and locations where accidents have occurred and speeding has been observed.
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Finland Joins the Fight Against the Use of Chemical Weapons
On Monday, Finland joined an international initiative aiming at holding accountable those responsible for the use of chemical weapons.
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US, Britain and France Bomb Syria on Friday – President Sauli Niinistö Releases a Statement
Here’s what the Finnish president had to say.
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Finland Launches National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security
According to Foreign Minister Timo Soini, Finland is serious about its commitment to better address the protection of refugee women and girls. Friday morning saw the launch of Finland’s National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.
Read MoreNewsletter – April 7, 2018
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EU’s Brexit Negotiatior Michel Barnier to Visit Finland on Thursday
He will meet with several ministers and the president.
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Russia to Expel One Diplomat From Finnish Embassy in Moscow
Russia has announced corresponding measures also against many other countries that have expelled Russian diplomats.
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Legislation On Students and Researchers From Outside the EU to Be Amended
At present, only graduates have had the opportunity to receive a one-year job-seeking permit.
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President Sauli Niinistö Steps on an Ice Carousel for a Game of Knit Cap Hockey at Töölö Bay
“It’s an experience,” said President Niinistö.
Read MoreNewsletter – March 24
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