Category: Government
Prime Minister Marin and Argentine President Fernandez Discuss Business
Prime Minister Sanna Marin and Argentine President Alberto Fernández discussed deepening cooperation between their countries.
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Finland’s Emergency Powers Act Has Been Revoked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.
Prime Minister Marin Discusses Coronavirus Situation with the EU Leaders: In Finland, the Number of Infections Is Small Compared to Many Others
The agenda of the negotiations led by Charles Michel, the president of the European Council, was how to limit the spread of the virus and curb the economic consequences.
Prime Minister Sanna Marin to Visit New York For United Nations Women’s Day Event
Prime Minister Marin will also give an open lecture at Columbia University entitled “The Climate Sustainable Welfare Society: Is it the Model of the Future?”
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov in Helsinki: We Appreciate That Finland Is Not Part of a Military Union
Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka Haavisto (the Green League) and his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, met for their first official talks today at the House of the Estates in Helsinki.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov Visits Finland on Tuesday
Foreign Minister Lavrov will have a meeting with his Finnish counterpart, Pekka Haavisto (the Green League), who is to host the visit. It’s the first official meeting between the ministers.
Foreign Minister Haavisto Under Investigation over Handling of Al Hol Scandal
The investigation will focus on dispute between Haavisto and one of his top officials.
Prime Minister Marin Discusses Plan For EU’s Long-Term Budget With Chancellor Merkel; Tentatively, Germany Would Have to Pay More
“We want the financial framework to support the member states in implementing the EU’s ambitious climate policy and ensuring respect for the rule of law,” Prime Minister Marin said.
Prime Minister Marin to Meet German Chancellor Merkel on Wednesday
Prime Minister Sanna Marin (the SDP) will visit Berlin on Wednesday and meet with German Chancellor Angela Merkel.
Fruitful Meeting Between Foreign Minister Haavisto and His Polish Counterpart, Czaputowicz
The diplomats-in-chief discussed regional security matters and bilateral cooperation.
Foreign Minister Haavisto Calls His Iranian Counterpart Zarif Demanding Explanation on the Attack Against Peacekeeping Troops
In addition to the telephone conversation, Minister Haavisto met the Iraqi Ambassador Matheel Al-Sabti and Ahmad Hosseini, chargé d’affaires of the Embassy of Iran in Helsinki.