Category: Government
Government Closes Entire Eastern Border for Two Weeks; PM Orpo: Russia Created It. It Can End It.
The decision means that all border crossing points on the land border between Finland and Russia will be closed until December 13.
Prime Minister Marin in Her New Year’s Message: We Must Continue Our Efforts to Break Away From Russian Energy
In her New Year’s message, Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) talked about the hurt in Ukraine, the Finnish relations with Russia and, among others, the energy crisis.
Krista Kiuru Returns to Her Post as Minister of Family Affairs and Social Services
President Sauli Niinistö reappointed member of Parliament Krista Kiuru (the SDP) as the minister of family affairs and social services.
Finlands Cuts Russian Tourist Visa Applications to Half Beginning on Thursday
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is limiting the number of visa application appointments available in Russia each day to half of normal.
Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin Tests Positive for Coronavirus
Prime Minister Sanna Marin has tested positive for the coronavirus.
Professor Sir Partha Dasgupta in Helsinki: We Would Need 1.6 Earths to Maintain Current Way of Life
Professor Sir Partha Dasgupta, an Indian-British economist, traveled to Finland to describe his findings from the Dasgupta Review, a report that has attracted wide international attention.
Prime Minister Marin Met German Chancellor Scholz: ‘Finland is Speaking About the Security Guarantee with Big NATO Countries’
The discussions at the meeting focused on the changed security situation in Europe.
Prime Minister Marin to Visit Berlin to Meet German Chancellor Scholz on Tuesday; Swedish PM Andersson Also to Join the Event
At the invitation of German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) will attend a meeting at the castle retreat of Schloss Meseberg near Berlin on Tuesday.
Prime Minister of Ireland Micheal Martin to Visit Finland on Friday
Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) and Prime Minister of Ireland Micheál Martin will meet in Helsinki on Friday. During his visit, Prime Minister Martin will also meet with President Sauli Niinistö.
Restrictions on Restaurants to be Lifted Almost Completely on March 1
The government wants not only to lift the limitations on restaurants but also to see if it’s possible for an employer to access employees’ health records related to the coronavirus.
Ministry Proposes Speeding Up Entry to Finland for Students and Researchers
D visas could be granted to students, researchers, employees of certified employers, managers in companies and family members of the above-mentioned people.
The Government Updates the National Strategy for Covid Testing
The aim is to identify the causes of severe respiratory infections and to prevent the spread of infections particularly among groups of people who have a high risk of developing a more serious form of the disease.
GALLERY – Hundreds Protest Against Corona Restrictions: Great Speeches When the Pols Are Not Speaking
Hundreds gathered in Helsinki to remind the decision-makers that this is the final lockdown.
Restrictions on Restaurants and Public Events to Continue Until Mid-February
Restaurants and many other indoor venues are forced to limit their opening hours or to keep their doors shut at least until mid-February.
Government Reintroduces Restrictions on Restaurants in Four New Areas
Here’s how the restrictions on restaurants will continue in many areas.
Government Updates Plan to Mitigate Coronavirus Pandemic
Here are the details of the new plan to curb the spread of the pandemic.
Finland Brings Nearly Half of its Evacuees to Safety from Kabul; Operation Continues
In total, there are about 240 people to be evacuated to Finland.
The Finnish President Sends Troops to Kabul Airport to Support Evacuation Operation
On Friday, President Sauli Niinistö decided to send a Defence Forces unit to Kabul International Airport to safeguard the evacuation operation of the Finnish relief team.
Annika Saarikko is the New Finance Minister; Antti Kurvinen Became a Minister of Science and Culture
Antti Kurvinen (the Centre) is the new minister of science and culture.
Finland Aims to Be the Safest Country in the World for All People and Population Groups
The objective of the Report on Internal Security that was submitted to the Parliament on Thursday is that Finland will be an even safer country for all people and population groups in the future.
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.
Nationwide Coronavirus Restrictions to be Eased
Going forward, coronavirus prevention in Finland will focus on regional restrictions and recommendations.
Members of Some Religious Communities in Finland Worry About Safety of Their Premises
Concerns related to the security of the facilities of religious communities have emerged internationally in recent years
Government Agrees on Budget Deal; A Detailed Overview on the Decisions
Here’s a detailed overview on the mid-term policy review that, for example, attempts to strengthen growth.
Prime Minister Marin: State of Emergency Will End
Marin said that she had already discussed the matter with President Sauli Niinistö, and the government will decide on the matter in its extra plenary session on Tuesday.
Government Amends Restrictions on Restaurants; Longer Opening Hours Allowed in Several Areas
Here’s a full list of the current restrictions.
Government Updates Exit Plan From Coronavirus Restrictions; Organizing Larger Summer Events May Be Possible at the End of Summer
Here are the highlights of the press conference related to relaxing the restrictions held by the government on Wednesday morning.