Category: Government
Prime Minister Sanna Marin Gets Married
Prime Minister Sanna Marin and her partner, Markus Räikkönen, got married on Saturday, August 1.
Foreign Minister Haavisto Visits Iraq to Express Support for Its Stabilization Efforts
The central purpose of the visit was to establish relations with Iraq’s new government, to express support for Iraq’s stabilization efforts and to exchange views on topical bilateral and regional questions.
Finland to Reinstate Travel Restrictions on Austria, Switzerland and Slovenia
The new restrictions will come into effect on Monday, July 27.
Prime Minister Marin to Begin Her Vacation After a ‘Hard Spring’
Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) is going to begin her vacation on Thursday.
Finland Reaches Many Objectives in EU’s Coronavirus Relief Deal
In negotiations on the European Union’s massive spending package to fight the downturn caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Finland reached many of its objectives.
Read the Full Transcript of Prime Minister Marin’s Keynote Speech on Sustainable Development
Here is what Prime Minister Sanna Marin had to say in her keynote address at HLPF.
Prime Minister Marin to Speak at High-Level Meeting on Sustainable Development Tuesday
Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) is one of the speakers at the opening session of the United Nations annual High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) on Tuesday.
Finland to Open Borders For Many Countries on July 13
Finland lifts border restrictions for Germany, China, Japan and others, beginning on July 13.
PM Marin Talks With Her Latvian Counterpart, Karins, About EU and Coronavirus
On Friday, Prime Minister Sanna Marin talked with Latvian Prime Minister Krisjanis Karins about topics related to the European Union and the coronavirus pandemic.
Marin Talks With Merkel About Rural Funding and Climate Action in EU Budget
Prime Minister Sanna Marin spoke with German Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel on the phone about the EU’s long-term budget for 2021-2027.
Finland to Receive 25 Minors From Greek Refugee Camps in July
In addition to Greece, Finland will be receiving relocated asylum seekers from Cyprus and Malta.
Finland Continues Easing Coronavirus Restrictions: More Travel, More Contact
Finland opens borders for more countries. Recommendations for remote work to be removed as well as the age restriction to avoid physical contact.
The Government Adopts Plan to Increase Wellbeing of People
On Wednesday, the government adopted a resolution on promoting wellbeing, health and safety.
Indoor Events of Over 500 Allowed July 1
All limits related to restaurants are going to be lifted on July 13, if allowed by the pandemic.
Finland’s Emergency Powers Act Has Been Revoked
The Emergency Powers Act was in effect for three months to tackle the spreading of the coronavirus.
Finland to Ease Travel Restrictions for Six Countries; No Quarantine Necessary
On Thursday, the government decided to lift some of the restrictions related to travel and public gatherings.
Here’s What You Should Know About the New Finance Minister Matti Vanhanen
The new finance minister has been involved in Finnish politics for four decades.
Matti Vanhanen to Replace Kulmuni as Finance Minister
Matti Vanhanen is currently the speaker of the parliament. He is also the former prime minister, who served between 2003-2010.
Minister of Finance Katri Kulmuni Resigns
After finding herself in the middle of a media scandal, Katri Kulmuni (the Centre), has decided to resign.
Prime Minister Sanna Marin Returns to Work
Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) has returned back to work after a week’s sick leave.
Three Women, Nine Children Arrive in Finland From Al Hol Where People Related to ISIS Militants Are Held
On Sunday, three families arrived in Finland from the Al Hol detention camp in Syria where women and children related to ISIS militants are being held.
Prime Minister Marin’s Sick Leave to Continue at Least Until the End of the Week
Prime Minister Marin had a corona test earlier in the week, and its result was negative.
Prime Minister Marin to Take a Sick Leave
According to the government, Prime Minister Marin has caught the cold.
Restaurants to Open on June 1; Here Are the Changes to Tackle the Coronavirus Spread
Restaurants and cafeterias are going to be open on June 1. On Tuesday, the government told us about the details.
Worker at Prime Minister’s Residence Possibly Exposed to Coronavirus
As a precautionary measure, Prime Minister Sanna Marin will continue her work using remote access arrangements.
Major Summer Festivals Canceled in Finland
The government has decided to ban public gatherings and events of over 500 people until July 31.
Government to Discuss Lifting Restrictions and Whether to Ban Summer Festivals
Today, the government is to make preliminary plans for lifting restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic. However, summer festivals could be banned.