Current affairs

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs has issued a new brochure Finland and the United States – Partners in Investment, Innovation and Trade that focuses on the broad economic relations between Finland and the United States. The brochure highlights the benefits from Finnish foreign direct investment and introduces a group of seven Finnish companies that run successful operations in the United States.

Portable passport machine in the San Francisco Bay-area on November 1-2, 2017.

After joining the European Union, Finland placed a lot of emphasis on the international role of the Union, believing that the EU is a predominant stabilizing force in Europe, politically and economically. Finns discussed joining NATO, but the majority felt that the security situation of the country was good, and no security deficit existed. It was more important that the enlargement of the EU and NATO to the Baltic States and countries in Eastern Central Europe would proceed.

How to succeed in a world that is nothing like it used to be? Team of experts joined their forces and established Nordic West Office to provide world-class analysis and support to Nordic companies.

Portable passport machine in Denver, Colorado on November 16 and 17, 2017

Nokian Tyres manufactures tires for passenger cars and bigger vehicles. The company was the first manufacturer in the world to produce winter tires. They are still known especially for their products suitable for cold and snowy conditions. Building the company's new factory in Dayton, Tennessee, starts next year.

The Embassy of Finland organized a Centennial Gala on Saturday, September 16. Over 100 guests celebrated the centennial and enjoyed the festive atmosphere. President Sauli Niinistö and Mrs. Jenni Haukio were the guests of honor.

James Ford Cooper worked at the U.S. Embassy in Helsinki during the Cold War. He served in 1976–1979 as Political Counselor and in 1984–1986 as Deputy Chief of Mission. During this time he developed tremendous admiration, respect and deep affection for the Finnish nation and people. The embassy is delighted to publish Mr. Cooper’s essay that he has written in honor of Finland’s centennial.

The U.N. General Assembly high-level week is coming up in New York and will cause street closures and traffic delays between September 18–23. The use of public transportation during this time is encouraged - just be prepared to spend some extra time on the daily commute. Follow MTA service updates for more information.

Juuso Moisander is the head of the External Economic Relations Team at the Embassy of Finland. He moved to Washington, D.C. last spring and has been enjoying his time at the embassy.