Category: President
We Walked with the King: Two Days of Smiles with the Danish Royals
The visit of Danish royalty was a delightful mix of cheerful smiles and serious business, creating a captivating atmosphere that delighted observers, from the media to guests in festive attire.
Finnish President Stubb Visits Ukraine, Calls for Renewed Focus in Peace Talks
Finnish President Alexander Stubb visits Ukraine, emphasizing Finland’s support during Russia’s war and delivering a speech on assistance for Ukraine.
GALLERY: The Inauguration of President Alexander Stubb
Alexander Stubb was inaugurated as Finland’s 13th president, marking the beginning of a new era and bringing to an end the tenure of President Sauli Niinistö.
We Know This: Alexander Stubb is the Next Finnish President, Here’s What You May Not Know
We followed the presidential race of Alexander Stubb (NCP) up to the point where he was facing the runner-up, Pekka Haavisto (Greens), and then, during the final hours it became clear that Stubb may win.
Alexander Stubb Leads Polls and Early Voting Results in Finnish Presidential Race; Likely Next President?
The next Finnish President will be elected tonight. According to the polls and early voting results, Alexander Stubb (NCP) will win.
COLUMN: The Art of Strategic Voting and the Duel of Stubb and Haavisto
For many Finns, voting in this year’s presidential election became a game of chess instead of trusting their gut and following their instincts.
Is Mika Aaltola the Next Finnish President?
I followed Mika Aaltola’s presidential campaign for months and was impressed by his qualities as a person and his extensive knowledge of foreign policy.
President Niinistö Had a Conversation with Chinese President Xi; Here’s What They Talked About
President Sauli Niinistö had a video conversation with the Chinese president, Xi Jinping, on Wednesday.
President Niinistö and his Spouse Pay an Official Visit to Poland
President Niinistö previously visited Poland in 2020 to participate in the commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz.
Restrictions Must Be Imposed at Border Crossings: ‘It Will Not Stop By Itself’
During his visit to Germany, President Sauli Niinistö commented on the increase in the number of undocumented asylum seekers from Russia to Finland.
President Niinistö Began a Two-day Visit to Germany
President Sauli Niinistö and his spouse, Jenni Haukio, will pay an official visit to Germany on November 15-16, 2023.
GALLERY: Former Finnish President, ‘Eternal Refugee’ and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Martti Ahtisaari Laid to Rest
Finland Today observed the funeral of the late President Martti Ahtisaari throughout the day. Here’s our report.
The State Funeral of Former President Martti Ahtisaari Takes Place Today: Here’s How to Observe
The state funeral of former President Ahtisaari will begin with the funeral service at the Helsinki Cathedral. President Ahtisaari will be buried in Hietaniemi Cemetery next to other former Finnish presidents.
Independence Day Reception at Presidential Palace Highlights Changes
This is the last time that President Niinistö will host the Independence Day reception at the Presidential Palace after serving the maximum two terms.
Finland Mourns the Passing of the Former Finnish President, Martti Ahtisaari
The former Finnish president, Martti Ahtisaari, a peacemaker and a humanitarian, passed away at the age of 86, after a long illness.
The ‘Finlandization’ of Joe Biden
President Joe Biden of the United States visited Finland during a historical time. Finland had just recently been accepted as a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, NATO. We documented President Biden’s visit from outside to inside the Presidential Palace, where he met with the Nordic leaders including President Sauli Niinistö.
GALLERY AND REPORTAGE: Ukrainian President Zelensky Makes a Surprise Visit to Finland
President Volodymyr Zelensky made a surprise visit to Finland. Here’s our gallery and report.
Presidential Couple to Receive Traditional May Day Greetings at Presidential Palace on May 1
President Sauli Niinistö and his spouse Jenni Haukio will receive the traditional May Day greetings on Monday, the first of May, in the courtyard of the Presidential Palace in Helsinki.
President Niinistö Visited South Africa and Namibia; Talked Security, Geopolitics and Football
President Sauli Niinistö made state visits to South Africa and Namibia last week. Here’s our report.
VIDEO: Flag Crashes Down During Finnish President’s Press Conference in South Africa; Watch the Dramatic Clip
The press conference between President Sauli Niinistö and President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa took a dramatic turn when a tall flag stand crashed down.
Turkey Ready to Start the Ratification Process for Finland’s NATO Membership
Finland is now closer than ever to being accepted into the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
President Niinistö to Visit Turkey to Meet with President Erdogan This Week
President Sauli Niinistö will make a working visit to Türkiye from March 16 to 17, the office of the Finnish president notes in a statement.
President Niinistö Commemorates the Victims of the Ukrainian War in a Statement
“One year ago Russia started its cruel, illegal war of aggression against Ukraine. It thought it would win. It thought Ukraine would break and our support would waver. It was wrong,” President Sauli Niinistö says.
President Niinistö at Munich Security Conference: We Hear You Loud and Clear, President Zelensky
In his speech at the Munich Security Conference this past weekend, President Sauli Niinistö talked about the Russian invasion of Ukraine, world security and Finland’s agenda in its pursuit to join NATO. We publish President Niinistö’s remarks in full.
GALLERY AND VIDEO: Governor General of Canada Mary Simon Arrived in Finland; She’s the First Indigenous Person to Hold the Role, and Here’s What She Had to Say
We observe Mary Simon’s visit to Finland in our report, photographs and video. She’s the first Indigenous governor general of Canada.
Governor General of Canada Mary Simon Visits Finland; Meets with President Niinistö at the Presidential Palace Today
Governor General of Canada Mary Simon will receive an official welcoming ceremony today at the Presidential Palace in Helsinki where President Sauli Niinistö will host the visit.
Finnish President Sauli Niinistö Visits Ukraine
President Sauli Niinistö is visiting Ukraine on Tuesday.
President Niinistö Encourages Us to Find Strength in a Time Filled with Worries; Read His New Year’s Speech in Full
President Sauli Niinistö gave his traditional New Year’s speech on Sunday. He talked about finding strength in a time filled with worries, he compared Stalin with Putin and, among other things, spoke about brushing up our thinking related to internal security.
VIDEO AND GALLERY: The Presidential Couple Receives Christmas Greetings; National Lucia Gets a Crown of Candles
We documented two of the traditional Christmas ceremonies in Finland. We wish our readers a Merry Christmas!
President Niinistö to Attend JEF Leaders Meeting in Latvia; Topics Include European Security
The meeting includes discussions on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and European security.
President Filipe Nyusi of Mozambique to Arrive in Finland for a Working Visit Next Week; President Nyusi to Meet with Finnish President Sauli Niinistö and Others
Mozambique is a long-term development cooperation partner of Finland but the previous presidential visit from the country in southeastern Africa was in 2008.
Healthcare Professionals and People Taking Care of Overall Security Invited to the President’s Ball This Year
Finland’s Independence Day will be celebrated with a reception hosted by President Sauli Niinistö and Mrs. Jenni Haukio on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, at the Presidential Palace.
President Niinistö at the Nordic Council’s 70th Anniversary: The Atmosphere in World Politics is Even Chillier Than During the Cold War
In his speech at the 70th anniversary of the Nordic Council, President Sauli Niinistö talked about the Nordic cooperation, the chilliest atmosphere since the Cold War, and among other things, the ongoing NATO process. Here are the Finnish president’s remarks in full.
Read the Full Transcript of President Niinistö’s Speech at the Ambassadors’ Conference
In his speech at the Ambassadors’ Conference on Tuesday at the Little Parliament in Helsinki, President Sauli Niinistö talked, among other things, about the Russian aggression in Ukraine, NATO and Turkey. Here are the Finnish president’s remarks in full.
Turkey Supports Finland’s NATO Membership; Read President Niinistö’s Statement in Full
Finland Today publishes President Sauli Niinistö’s statement in full after he met with the Turkish president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, together with the Swedish prime minister, Magdalena Andersson.
President Sauli Niinistö to Travel to Madrid for NATO Summit
President Niinistö will participate in the meeting of the North Atlantic Council at the level of heads of state and government.