Current affairs
13.5.2013
16.1.2013
2.11.2012
Damages made by Hurrican Sandy being evaluated
Hurricane Sandy has moved from the United States East Coast towards inland and Canada. Storm winds and rains have passed. The Finnish diplomatic missions urge residents and visitors in the area to watch out for fallen down trees and power lines, prepare for dangerous conditions and follow local officials' situation updates. The Embassy in Washington and Consulate General are closely following the situation.
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18.5.2012
16.5.2012
Finland’s pop-up carnival of good taste
Invented in Helsinki and celebrating its first anniversary on May 19, 2012, Restaurant Day allows anyone to set up their own café, resto or bar for one day. It has quickly spread to other cities and become a Finnish tradition, also gaining popularity abroad.
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16.5.2012
12.4.2012
12.12.2011
Finland’s new action plans set the course for transatlantic cooperation
The Ministry for Foreign Affairs launched Finland’s action plans for the United States and Canada that are in line with the Government’s Programme at the House of the Estates in a relaxed atmosphere on Wednesday, 7 December. The action plans were presented by Foreign Minister Erkki Tuomioja. This was followed by comments from American Ambassador Bruce Oreck and Canadian Ambassador Christopher Shapardanov.
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