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Estonian PM and French FM Visit Finland for Key Talks

Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas is scheduled to visit Finland on September 29. This visit comes at the invit...

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Finnish FM Discusses Russia’s Future and Sweden’s NATO Bid in Interview

In an interview with a US newspaper, during the UN General Assembly in New York, Finland’s Foreign Ministe...

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US Blacklists Finnish Firms Luminor, Siberica, and Evolog for Russian Ties

In a recent development that has sent ripples through international commerce and trade, the US Department of Com...

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Helsinki Mayor Faces Misuse of Trust Allegations Amid Pohjola-Norden Investigation

Mayor Juhana Vartiainen of Helsinki, also the chair of the board for the non-governmental organization...

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August Employment Figures in Finland Show Positive Trend with 49,000 More Women in the Workforce

Finland witnessed an increase in employment in August as compared to the same period last year. Based ...

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Former Jyväskylä City Councillor Teemu Torssonen Faces Human Trafficking Suspicions

Teemu Torssonen, a former city councillor for Jyväskylä, is currently under police suspicion for hum...

19 hours ago
Unsolved Vandalism Case at Russian Consulate in Mariehamn Suspended

The police in Mariehamn, Åland, have suspended their investigation into a suspected act of vandalism ...

Russian Foreign Minister Criticizes Finnish Counterpart over Sanctions Statement
  Unease in Russia-Finland Relations Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has criticized a statement made by the head of the Finnish Foreign Ministry, signaling a growing unease in relations between the two nations. The Finnish Minister's remarks suggested that Western sanctions were aimed, in part, at ordinary Russian citizens, a sentiment Lavrov termed as "absolutely boorish." (Read Also: Unification of Efforts: Russia and Armenia Join Forces in Internal Affairs) According to Lavrov, the Finnish Minister, Ms. Waltonen, has openly disclosed the purpose of these sanctions - to hurt ordinary people. He interpreted this as her intention to incite the Russian populace against their own government. Lavrov also expressed his di...
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Russian Foreign Minister Criticizes Finnish Counterpart over Sanctions Statement
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Supporting Ukraine: A Defense of Western Values and Territorial Integrity, Says Finnish Minister
  A Defense of the European Way of Life Providing support to Ukraine in its ongoing conflict is not an act of charity, but a defense of the European way of life, Western values, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. This perspective was shared by the Finnish Foreign Minister during an interview. The Minister warned that without
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Finland's Revised Dementia Treatment Guidelines: Impact on Psychotropic Drug Use
  Finland’s Revised Guidelines: A Shift in Dementia Treatment A recent study conducted by the University of Eastern Finland delved into the effect of Finland’s updated dementia treatment guidelines on the use of psychotropic drugs among elderly dementia patients. The guidelines, which were revised in 2017, advocate for non-pharmacological methods to manage dementia-related behavioral symptoms.
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Stockmann's Strategic Review: Navigating the Waves of Change
Embarking on a Strategic Review The Finnish department store chain Stockmann has embarked on a comprehensive strategic review of its operations. This comes in the wake of considerable financial challenges that the company has been grappling with, leading to a reassessment of its core business. The Board of Directors has been tasked with evaluating various
Finnish Immigration Service Faces Major Violations in Recent Audit

Finnish Immigration Service Faces Major Violatio...

According to a recent report from the Finnish National Audit Office (VTV), certain long-term services procured by the state have b...

Finnish Unions Launch Protest Campaign Against Government's Economic Policies

Finnish Unions Launch Protest Campaign Against G...

The Central Organisation of Finnish Trade Unions (SAK) has announced a three-week campaign in protest of the government’s pr...

Olli Rehn Secures Centre Party Nomination for Presidential Candidacy

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Olli Rehn Secures Centre Party Nomination for Presidential Ca...

  Unease in Russia-Finland Relations Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has criticized a statement made by the head of the Finnish Foreign Ministry, signaling a growing unease in relations between the two nations. The Finnish Minister's re...

Finnish Trade Unions Rise Against Government Budget Cuts...

The Central Organisation of Finnish Trade Unions (SAK) has announced a three-week protest comprising walkouts, demonstrations, and...

Finance Minister Holds Previous Government Responsible for C...

Finland’s central government debt has seen a notable increase, reaching an estimated 150 billion euros. The surge is primari...

Finland Pilots Digital Passport Project: A Potential Game-Ch...

In a groundbreaking move towards a more streamlined international travel experience, Finland has launched a pilot project to test ...

Finland's Tax Policy: A Balance Between Wealth And Welfare...

Riikka Purra, Finland’s Finance Minister, has recently dismissed claims that the government’s tax policy is skewed tow...

Parliamentary Walkout in Finland: A Stand against Delayed Disability Law Reform
In a recent incident that has caused a stir in Finland's political sphere, opposition members of the Parliament's Social Affairs and Health Committee staged a walkout during a meeting. The reason for their protest was the government's decision to delay the enactment of a crucial reform related to disability laws. The Act on Services for Persons with Disabilities, as the reform is known, was initially scheduled to be implemented in October. It was designed to enhance societal inclusion and improve the quality of services for individuals with disabilities. However, the government decided to postpone the enactment until 2025, much to the chagrin of the opposition MPs.The Significance of the ReformDespite the government's decision, the opposition MPs deemed the bill a significant step in improving the lives of disabled people. The Committee chair, Kirsta Kiuru, claimed that the law would prevent further human rights viola...
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Parliamentary Walkout in Finland: A Stand against Delayed Disability Law Reform
Finland's Juvenes Chain Discontinues PepsiCo Products Amid Russia Operations Controversy

Finland's Juvenes Chain Discontinues PepsiCo Products Amid Russia Operations Controversy...

In a notable response to PepsiCo’s ongoing operations in Russia, Juvenes, a Finnish student canteen and restaurant chain, has announced that it will cease to provide the beverage giant’s products. This decision was driven by allegations from Ukraine’s anti-corruption agency accusing Hartwall, t...

Xiaomi Faces Sales Challenges in Finland Amidst Political Tensions

Xiaomi Faces Sales Challenges in Finland Amidst Political Tensions...

Operators in Finland Cease Sales of Xiaomi Devices Chinese smartphone manufacturer, Xiaomi, renowned globally for its high-quality and competitively priced devices, is experiencing unforeseen obstacles in the Finnish market due to political and populist factors. The brand’s active presence in Russia has le...

Serial Killer Festival Makes a Striking Comeback with a Finnish Flair

Serial Killer Festival Makes a Striking Comeback with a Finnish Flair...

  The Sixth Edition of Serial Killer Festival The international competition festival, Serial Killer, has launched its sixth edition in the city of Brno. The festival, which is focused on television and web series, kicked off with a screening of the new Czech comedy series, Bananas. The series, produced by P...

Finland's Emergency Services on the Brink of Crisis: A Call for Urgent Action

Finland's Emergency Services on the Brink of Crisis: A Call for Urgent Action...

In Finland, a country known for its high-quality healthcare system, a severe shortage of emergency services personnel is creating a crisis. This shortage, more visible in the rural areas but rapidly spreading to the urban locales, is a growing concern for the country’s healthcare sector. The urgency of the...

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