Finland

Country Finland
Capital Helsinki
Continent Europe
Currency Euro(EUR)
Languages Finnish, Swedish & Sami

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Finland was a province and then a grand duchy under Sweden from the 12th to the 19th centuries, and an autonomous grand duchy of Russia after 1809. It won its complete independence in 1917. During World War II, it was able to successfully defend its freedom and resist invasions by the Soviet Union - albeit with some loss of territory. In the subsequent half century, the Finns made a remarkable transformation from a farm/forest economy to a diversified modern industrial economy; per capita income is now among the highest in Western Europe. A member of the European Union since 1995, Finland was the only Nordic state to join the euro system at its initiation in January 1999. In the 21st century, the key features of Finland's modern welfare state are a high standard of education, equality promotion, and national social security system; currently challenged by an aging population and the fluctuations of an export-driven economy.

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Hyenas of the North: Wolverines making a comeback in southern Finland, finds study - Down To EarthHyenas of the North: Wolverines making a comeback in southern Finland, finds study  Down To Earth

the cliffhanger: pirinen & salo's remote home cantilevers over the forests of northern finland - Designboomthe cliffhanger: pirinen & salo's remote home cantilevers over the forests of northern finland  Designboom

World Happiness Report: Finland named as happiest country for eighth year - BBCWorld Happiness Report: Finland named as happiest country for eighth year  BBC

Finland's last active coal-fired power and heat plant shuts down - ReutersFinland's last active coal-fired power and heat plant shuts down  Reuters

Finland is the world’s happiest country yet again. Here are the top 10 on the list - FortuneFinland is the world’s happiest country yet again. Here are the top 10 on the list  Fortune

Prices to come down? After being rejected by Poland, Finland and Denmark, these countries will supply eggs - The Economic TimesPrices to come down? After being rejected by Poland, Finland and Denmark, these countries will supply eggs  The Economic Times

Finland's bid to win Europe's start-up crown - BBCFinland's bid to win Europe's start-up crown  BBC

The left is rising, and the far right is reeling. Will I finally see the Finland I dreamed of? | Mike Watson - The GuardianThe left is rising, and the far right is reeling. Will I finally see the Finland I dreamed of? | Mike Watson  The Guardian

Sweden has the tanks. Finland has the troops. Welcome to the pan-Nordic army. | Today News - MintSweden has the tanks. Finland has the troops. Welcome to the pan-Nordic army. | Today News  Mint

India deepens ties with Finland and Denmark - Digital Watch ObservatoryIndia deepens ties with Finland and Denmark  Digital Watch Observatory

Employment dropping in health and social services, rising in male-dominated sectors - YleEmployment dropping in health and social services, rising in male-dominated sectors  Yle

Finland’s President Whips Conscripts Into Shape - BloombergFinland’s President Whips Conscripts Into Shape  Bloomberg

First Giant Virus To Be Found In Finland Is A Whopper, Twice The Size Of Influenza - IFLScienceFirst Giant Virus To Be Found In Finland Is A Whopper, Twice The Size Of Influenza  IFLScience

Aayush Sharma ‘got a heart attack’ when he learnt his cook’s salary, fired him and found it ‘cheaper’ to order in; traveled with a chef to Finland - The Indian ExpressAayush Sharma ‘got a heart attack’ when he learnt his cook’s salary, fired him and found it ‘cheaper’ to order in; traveled with a chef to Finland  The Indian Express

Finland's Quantum Strategy Published, Outlines Eight Measures to Strengthen Nation's Leadership Position in Quantum - The Quantum InsiderFinland's Quantum Strategy Published, Outlines Eight Measures to Strengthen Nation's Leadership Position in Quantum  The Quantum Insider

How Will New Direct Routes and Expanded Facilities at Rovaniemi Airport Enhance Lapland Tourism in Finland by Winter 2025? - Travel And Tour WorldHow Will New Direct Routes and Expanded Facilities at Rovaniemi Airport Enhance Lapland Tourism in Finland by Winter 2025?  Travel And Tour World

I spent a year living in Finland, the world’s happiest country. Here’s how it transformed my perspective on living - DMNewsI spent a year living in Finland, the world’s happiest country. Here’s how it transformed my perspective on living  DMNews

India, Finland boost tech, digital ties amid trade discussions - CoinGeekIndia, Finland boost tech, digital ties amid trade discussions  CoinGeek

OX2 Submits EIA Report for Laine Wind Project Offshore Finland - OffshoreWIND.bizOX2 Submits EIA Report for Laine Wind Project Offshore Finland  OffshoreWIND.biz

DPI eases financial inclusion, benefits delivery from India to Finland - Biometric UpdateDPI eases financial inclusion, benefits delivery from India to Finland  Biometric Update

Finland cuts reduced VAT to 13.5% Jan 2026 - VATCalcFinland cuts reduced VAT to 13.5% Jan 2026  VATCalc

Giant virus discovered in Finland - Phys.orgGiant virus discovered in Finland  Phys.org

Finland procures 155 mm artillery and 7.62 mm small-arms ammunition - JanesFinland procures 155 mm artillery and 7.62 mm small-arms ammunition  Janes

Finland Railway Modernization: Enhancing Connectivity and Security - Railway SupplyFinland Railway Modernization: Enhancing Connectivity and Security  Railway Supply

Sweden eyes purchase of combat vehicles with Norway, Lithuania, Finland - ReutersSweden eyes purchase of combat vehicles with Norway, Lithuania, Finland  Reuters

What it's like to live in the happiest country on Earth - BBCWhat it's like to live in the happiest country on Earth  BBC

Why can’t money buy happiness? Ask Finland (Or perhaps don’t ask America and India) - Times of IndiaWhy can’t money buy happiness? Ask Finland (Or perhaps don’t ask America and India)  Times of India

UPM Plywood starts change negotiations in Finland - TradingViewUPM Plywood starts change negotiations in Finland  TradingView

Finland supports survivors of sexual and gender-based violence and former child soldiers - UnricFinland supports survivors of sexual and gender-based violence and former child soldiers  Unric

Finland Could Be the First Country in the World to Bury Nuclear Waste Permanently - WIREDFinland Could Be the First Country in the World to Bury Nuclear Waste Permanently  WIRED

India a ‘target country’ for Finland’s Talent Boost program - The PIE NewsIndia a ‘target country’ for Finland’s Talent Boost program  The PIE News

Finland and India: Strengthening Talent Mobility and Opportunities - Suomi ulkomaillaFinland and India: Strengthening Talent Mobility and Opportunities  Suomi ulkomailla

Finland slashes taxes to lure investors and fund defence - EuractivFinland slashes taxes to lure investors and fund defence  Euractiv

Finland and WFP boost school meals programme in Zambia - UnricFinland and WFP boost school meals programme in Zambia  Unric

Sweden eyes purchase of military vehicles with, Norway, Lithuania, Finland - ThePrintSweden eyes purchase of military vehicles with, Norway, Lithuania, Finland  ThePrint

Participation in Feasibility Study for Low-Carbon Aluminium Project in Finland | News Release | News - mitsubishicorp.comParticipation in Feasibility Study for Low-Carbon Aluminium Project in Finland | News Release | News  mitsubishicorp.com

Congress to observe county and municipal elections in Finland - The Council of EuropeCongress to observe county and municipal elections in Finland  The Council of Europe

Finland: health system summary 2024 - European Observatory on Health Systems and PoliciesFinland: health system summary 2024  European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies

Simon Ekpa extradition: Simon Ekpa lawyer react to report about extradition of Ipob promoter to Nigeria - BBCSimon Ekpa extradition: Simon Ekpa lawyer react to report about extradition of Ipob promoter to Nigeria  BBC

Finland stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 up 1.38% - Investing.comFinland stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 up 1.38%  Investing.com

Team Finland India Revealed Positive Business Confidence Among Finnish Companies in India in 2024 - Suomi ulkomaillaTeam Finland India Revealed Positive Business Confidence Among Finnish Companies in India in 2024  Suomi ulkomailla

Finland hides growing number of arms exports, says new report - TVP WorldFinland hides growing number of arms exports, says new report  TVP World

Finland advances over Sweden - IIHFFinland advances over Sweden  IIHF

Tougher taxi rules on the way - YleTougher taxi rules on the way  Yle

Finns fight back to snatch bronze - IIHFFinns fight back to snatch bronze  IIHF

Exports of lumber from Finland to Algeria grow 43% in February - lesprom.comExports of lumber from Finland to Algeria grow 43% in February  lesprom.com

Finland launches quantum strategy to drive future growth - News from Finland "Helsinki Times"Finland launches quantum strategy to drive future growth  News from Finland "Helsinki Times"

Rovaniemi Airport In Finland To Undergo Major Terminal Expansion Following the Surge in Number of International Passengers - Travel And Tour WorldRovaniemi Airport In Finland To Undergo Major Terminal Expansion Following the Surge in Number of International Passengers  Travel And Tour World

Report: Finland's forestry sector faces severe labour shortage, needs foreign workers - YleReport: Finland's forestry sector faces severe labour shortage, needs foreign workers  Yle

Finland backs justice for survivors of war crimes with new ICC fund contribution - News from Finland "Helsinki Times"Finland backs justice for survivors of war crimes with new ICC fund contribution  News from Finland "Helsinki Times"

Finland extends passport validity to 10 years - YleFinland extends passport validity to 10 years  Yle

Finland - General DebateFinland  General Debate

Iceland, Egypt, Finland, Sweden, Germany, and Antarctica Host Unforgettable Winter Journeys for All Ages with A&K Exclusive New Itineraries - Travel And Tour WorldIceland, Egypt, Finland, Sweden, Germany, and Antarctica Host Unforgettable Winter Journeys for All Ages with A&K Exclusive New Itineraries  Travel And Tour World

Indian family’s behavior on Finland train sparks clash over cultural norms - Times of IndiaIndian family’s behavior on Finland train sparks clash over cultural norms  Times of India

Finland plans tax cuts to boost economy; to cut corporate tax to 18% from 20% By Reuters - Investing.comFinland plans tax cuts to boost economy; to cut corporate tax to 18% from 20% By Reuters  Investing.com

Finland takes over OSCE Chair - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeFinland takes over OSCE Chair  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Finland Cuts Income, Corporate Taxes to Boost Economic Growth - BloombergFinland Cuts Income, Corporate Taxes to Boost Economic Growth  Bloomberg

Was Sweden the best market liberalisation model for Finland to follow? - igamingbusiness.comWas Sweden the best market liberalisation model for Finland to follow?  igamingbusiness.com

Log harvests in Finland reach 62 million m3 in 2024 with 2% annual increase - lesprom.comLog harvests in Finland reach 62 million m3 in 2024 with 2% annual increase  lesprom.com

Finland Leads In Inclusive Voting - The Rising NepalFinland Leads In Inclusive Voting  The Rising Nepal

HS: Finland plans to lower corporate tax rate - YleHS: Finland plans to lower corporate tax rate  Yle

Finland stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 up 0.97% - Investing.comFinland stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 up 0.97%  Investing.com

Ukraine and Finland discuss cooperation on constructing shelters for defense plants - UkrinformUkraine and Finland discuss cooperation on constructing shelters for defense plants  Ukrinform

Immigration slows and birth rate stabilises in Finland in early 2025 - News from Finland "Helsinki Times"Immigration slows and birth rate stabilises in Finland in early 2025  News from Finland "Helsinki Times"

I spent 72 hours in Finland and can confirm it is one of the most magical countries to visit in December - Vogue IndiaI spent 72 hours in Finland and can confirm it is one of the most magical countries to visit in December  Vogue India

Bank of Finland chief urges unified EU stance on US tariffs and defense - China DailyBank of Finland chief urges unified EU stance on US tariffs and defense  China Daily

Finland to keep Russia border closed until further notice - ReutersFinland to keep Russia border closed until further notice  Reuters

A Promising Future for India-Finland Collaboration - India BriefingA Promising Future for India-Finland Collaboration  India Briefing

Repair Work on Electricity Transmission Link Between Finland and Estonia to Initiate in May - T&D WorldRepair Work on Electricity Transmission Link Between Finland and Estonia to Initiate in May  T&D World

How Finland became a hotspot for defence tech - BBCHow Finland became a hotspot for defence tech  BBC

Finland to exit landmines treaty, hike defence spending given Russia threat, PM says - ReutersFinland to exit landmines treaty, hike defence spending given Russia threat, PM says  Reuters

Chairperson-in-Office Elina Valtonen presents Finland’s 2025 priorities to OSCE Permanent Council - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeChairperson-in-Office Elina Valtonen presents Finland’s 2025 priorities to OSCE Permanent Council  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Finland: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Finland - International Monetary FundFinland: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Finland  International Monetary Fund

Finland contributes EUR 2 million to UNDP, supporting global sustainable development - United Nations Development ProgrammeFinland contributes EUR 2 million to UNDP, supporting global sustainable development  United Nations Development Programme

Education committee supports school phone ban in Finland - News from Finland "Helsinki Times"Education committee supports school phone ban in Finland  News from Finland "Helsinki Times"

State workers begin second strike as unions issue further warning - YleState workers begin second strike as unions issue further warning  Yle

A safari in Finland - Condé Nast Traveller IndiaA safari in Finland  Condé Nast Traveller India

Strengthening Educational Ties between Finland and India: Punjab Government Signs Agreement with University of Turku - Suomi ulkomaillaStrengthening Educational Ties between Finland and India: Punjab Government Signs Agreement with University of Turku  Suomi ulkomailla

Chinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 premieres in Finland to warm welcome - The Peninsula QatarChinese animated blockbuster Ne Zha 2 premieres in Finland to warm welcome  The Peninsula Qatar

Claypaky Fixtures Light Up Finland’s UMK 2025 Finale To Choose Eurovision Song Contest Participant - Live Design OnlineClaypaky Fixtures Light Up Finland’s UMK 2025 Finale To Choose Eurovision Song Contest Participant  Live Design Online

Finland Denies Joint Purchase of IFVs With Sweden, Norway, and Lithuania - ??????????Finland Denies Joint Purchase of IFVs With Sweden, Norway, and Lithuania  ??????????

Data economy to boost Finland’s growth – New microdegree to skill more experts – Uutishuone - MicrosoftData economy to boost Finland’s growth – New microdegree to skill more experts – Uutishuone  Microsoft

Sweden Has the Tanks. Finland Has the Troops. Welcome to the Pan-Nordic Army. - MSNSweden Has the Tanks. Finland Has the Troops. Welcome to the Pan-Nordic Army.  MSN

Russia-linked cable-cutting tanker seized by Finland ‘was loaded with spying equipment’ - Lloyd's ListRussia-linked cable-cutting tanker seized by Finland ‘was loaded with spying equipment’  Lloyd's List

Finland Says It Can Teach Tourists to Be Happy. Challenge Accepted. - The New York TimesFinland Says It Can Teach Tourists to Be Happy. Challenge Accepted.  The New York Times

Satellites find rare predator returning to south Finland forests for first time - Miami HeraldSatellites find rare predator returning to south Finland forests for first time  Miami Herald

GREVIO publishes its first thematic report on Finland - The Council of EuropeGREVIO publishes its first thematic report on Finland  The Council of Europe

Finland Opens Doors For Skilled Indian Professionals To Explore Diverse Career Opportunities - ShikshaFinland Opens Doors For Skilled Indian Professionals To Explore Diverse Career Opportunities  Shiksha

Finland Joins Sweden, Norway, and Lithuania in Joint CV90 IFV Purchase - ??????????Finland Joins Sweden, Norway, and Lithuania in Joint CV90 IFV Purchase  ??????????

Finland’s BROTHER FIRETRIBE Release Number One EP; Title Track Lyric Video Streaming - BraveWordsFinland’s BROTHER FIRETRIBE Release Number One EP; Title Track Lyric Video Streaming  BraveWords

Finland’s New Travel-Oriented Passport Policy With Validity Increased To Ten Years, Saving Citizens Time And Money On Renewals And Ensuring Smooth Travel - Travel And Tour WorldFinland’s New Travel-Oriented Passport Policy With Validity Increased To Ten Years, Saving Citizens Time And Money On Renewals And Ensuring Smooth Travel  Travel And Tour World

NASA Welcomes Finland as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory - NASA (.gov)NASA Welcomes Finland as Newest Artemis Accords Signatory  NASA (.gov)

I spent 48 hours in Finland—here are 5 life-changing lessons I learned in the world's happiest country - CNBCI spent 48 hours in Finland—here are 5 life-changing lessons I learned in the world's happiest country  CNBC

Nuclear Power in Finland - World Nuclear AssociationNuclear Power in Finland  World Nuclear Association

Finland's F-Secure, France's Orange SA Team Up for Advanced Cybersecurity Services - marketscreener.comFinland's F-Secure, France's Orange SA Team Up for Advanced Cybersecurity Services  marketscreener.com

Floor cleaner sucked into MRI in Finland - AuntMinnieEuropeFloor cleaner sucked into MRI in Finland  AuntMinnieEurope

Finland Flags China As 'Challenge' In Defence Report, Eyes Stronger Indo-Pacific Ties - Times NowFinland Flags China As 'Challenge' In Defence Report, Eyes Stronger Indo-Pacific Ties  Times Now

Finland needs immigration to grow: Here's how Indians can benefit - Business StandardFinland needs immigration to grow: Here's how Indians can benefit  Business Standard

How are Nordic countries Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Denmark preparing for potential war amid Russia-Ukr - Times of IndiaHow are Nordic countries Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Denmark preparing for potential war amid Russia-Ukr  Times of India

Finland joins other Russian neighbours exiting from landmine treaty - Al JazeeraFinland joins other Russian neighbours exiting from landmine treaty  Al Jazeera