Current affairs
13.1.2011
Focus 2011 out now: Finnish know-how in an imaginative package
The newest issue of Focus on the Economy and Technology, a magazine created for key audiences in Finland’s major export markets, presents the country’s strong points to the world in articles about water expertise, education, energy, design and more.
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10.1.2011
Helsinki's uniquely beautiful winter soul
The seasons of the year all contribute to the soul of the Finnish people, and winter occupies a special place. In the middle of winter the days are short – in northern Finland the sun doesn’t even rise above the horizon for weeks on end. However, when the winter sky is free of clouds, it can turn the most amazing shades of blue. And when everything is covered with snow, it reflects any and all light, seeming to brighten up even the dusk.
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23.12.2010
Finnish snow-how ensures safe passage for Santa and his gifts
Thanks to Finnish snow-how, Santa will be leaving Finland for his tour of the world right on schedule. International journalists were invited to learn more about Finnish snow-how at Helsinki-Vantaa airport on December 23, shortly before Santa's departure.
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14.12.2010
Peace negotiator Martti Ahtisaari honoured by Queen’s University Belfast
Former President of Finland Martti Ahtisaari was honoured by Queen’s University in Belfast on Thursday 9 December. President Ahtisaari, who is also a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, received an honorary Doctorate of Laws for distinction in public service.
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10.12.2010
6.12.2010
Independence Day greetings from the President of the Republic of Finland to expatriate Finnish communities, 6 December 2010
Finland is part of a globalising world. We are a Member State of the European Union and are actively involved in numerous international organisations, such as the United Nations. Our economy has also undergone a rapid process of internationalisation. Globalisation has brought economic opportunities, but also an increasing set of challenges.
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30.11.2010
Application period for Master's programmes at Finnish universities commencing in autumn 2011 has started
Finnish universities provide over 200 Master's degree programmes conducted in English. Through University Admissions Finland you can apply to nine Finnish universities offering high standard education in a wide range of study fields.
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28.11.2010
Organic food, fresh water and peace mediation
The final report submitted by the Country Brand Delegation concludes that Finland’s pivotal strength is the country’s solution-oriented approach. Our practical and forthright approach to challenges will be in demand in the coming years as global problems come to a head.
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25.11.2010
Students from Parkstone Grammar School represented Finland in the Mock Council of the European Union
The Mock Council of the European Union is an annual event that seeks to replicate the real Council of the European Union. Finland was represented in the Mock Council by Helena Kipling and Ellen Logan from Parkstone Grammar School.
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23.11.2010
Prime Ministers of the UK, the five Nordic and three Baltic countries to meet in London
The meeting will bring together Prime Ministers, policy innovators, entrepreneurs and business leaders from the UK, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania to discuss the challenges facing modern northern European economies.
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