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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Mikko Rantanen’s military service delay sparks legal case in Finland amid career-high season - The Times of IndiaMikko Rantanen’s military service delay sparks legal case in Finland amid career-high season  The Times of India

Finland opens doors for skilled Indians: Nation to begin English-medium curriculum from 2026 - Business TodayFinland opens doors for skilled Indians: Nation to begin English-medium curriculum from 2026  Business Today

Rafale smokes F-35A Lightning II over Finland, French Air and Space Force video shows its fighter 'locking - The Economic TimesRafale smokes F-35A Lightning II over Finland, French Air and Space Force video shows its fighter 'locking  The Economic Times

Shell fuel station in Finland cuts out fossil fuels - electrive.comShell fuel station in Finland cuts out fossil fuels  electrive.com

Finnair joins Liquid Sun to produce SAF in Finland - STAT TimesFinnair joins Liquid Sun to produce SAF in Finland  STAT Times

Finland stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 up 1.46% - Investing.comFinland stocks higher at close of trade; OMX Helsinki 25 up 1.46%  Investing.com

Classic Finnish restaurants you should visit - Visit FinlandClassic Finnish restaurants you should visit  Visit Finland

Finland's president describes mood during White House meeting with Zelensky - CNNFinland's president describes mood during White House meeting with Zelensky  CNN

Eemeli Peltonen: Finnish politician dies in parliament in Helsinki - BBCEemeli Peltonen: Finnish politician dies in parliament in Helsinki  BBC

CO2 Emissions to Sustainable Aviation Fuel: How Finland is Piloting Production - Travel RadarCO2 Emissions to Sustainable Aviation Fuel: How Finland is Piloting Production  Travel Radar

Don't fret: Air guitar world title returns home to Finland after 25 years - NBC NewsDon't fret: Air guitar world title returns home to Finland after 25 years  NBC News

How Helsinki cut traffic deaths to zero with smart planning - DWHow Helsinki cut traffic deaths to zero with smart planning  DW

Development Co-operation Profiles: Finland - OECDDevelopment Co-operation Profiles: Finland  OECD

Finland’s Stubb on Prospects of Peace Talks With Russia: 'We Found a Solution in 1944' - The Wall Street JournalFinland’s Stubb on Prospects of Peace Talks With Russia: 'We Found a Solution in 1944'  The Wall Street Journal

Report: More than half of Finland's jobless are difficult to employ, even if economy improves - YleReport: More than half of Finland's jobless are difficult to employ, even if economy improves  Yle

Finland–India tourism workshop 2025 showcases unique experiences for Indian luxury travellers - Tourism Breaking NewsFinland–India tourism workshop 2025 showcases unique experiences for Indian luxury travellers  Tourism Breaking News

Liquid Sun and Partners Launches Hydrogen Based eSAF Pilot in Finland - Fuel Cells WorksLiquid Sun and Partners Launches Hydrogen Based eSAF Pilot in Finland  Fuel Cells Works

Slättö acquires Finland assets for logistics and industrial platform Evolv - IPE Real AssetsSlättö acquires Finland assets for logistics and industrial platform Evolv  IPE Real Assets

RYANAIR ANNOUNCES BIGGEST EVER WINTER SCHEDULE IN FINLAND 16 ROUTES (4 NEW), 30% CAPACITY GROWTH & 850,000 PASSENGERS P.A. - Ryanair CorporateRYANAIR ANNOUNCES BIGGEST EVER WINTER SCHEDULE IN FINLAND 16 ROUTES (4 NEW), 30% CAPACITY GROWTH & 850,000 PASSENGERS P.A.  Ryanair Corporate

An unexpectedly pivotal figure in Ukraine negotiations speaks out - NBC NewsAn unexpectedly pivotal figure in Ukraine negotiations speaks out  NBC News

Finland president: Ukraine ceding land to Russia would be like U.S. giving up multiple states - NBC NewsFinland president: Ukraine ceding land to Russia would be like U.S. giving up multiple states  NBC News

Canada and Finland joint statement on foreign and security policy strategic partnership - canada.caCanada and Finland joint statement on foreign and security policy strategic partnership  canada.ca

From Deterrence to Defense: The Nordic–Baltic Security Architecture After Finland and Sweden Joined NATO - iari.siteFrom Deterrence to Defense: The Nordic–Baltic Security Architecture After Finland and Sweden Joined NATO  iari.site

Minister Anand concludes successful visit to Finland to strengthen partnerships between Canada and Nordic countries - canada.caMinister Anand concludes successful visit to Finland to strengthen partnerships between Canada and Nordic countries  canada.ca

How AI could set back Finland’s war on fake news in schools - Euronews.comHow AI could set back Finland’s war on fake news in schools  Euronews.com

Finland is proud of this 2,000-ton monster, which, with a capacity of 100 MW, sets the record for the world's largest sand battery. - evidencenetwork.caFinland is proud of this 2,000-ton monster, which, with a capacity of 100 MW, sets the record for the world's largest sand battery.  evidencenetwork.ca

International families lukewarm on Finland's plans to delay school summer holidays - YleInternational families lukewarm on Finland's plans to delay school summer holidays  Yle

Vocational Education and Training and the Green Transition in Finland - OECDVocational Education and Training and the Green Transition in Finland  OECD

Work begins in Finland on a new Canadian icebreaker for Arctic defense - AP NewsWork begins in Finland on a new Canadian icebreaker for Arctic defense  AP News

First Ukrainian Language Textbook for Finnish Speakers Published in Finland - UNITED24 MediaFirst Ukrainian Language Textbook for Finnish Speakers Published in Finland  UNITED24 Media

QTS plans data center in Forssa, Finland - Data Center DynamicsQTS plans data center in Forssa, Finland  Data Center Dynamics

Finnish lawmaker takes own life in Finland's parliament building - What were his LAST WORDS - WIONFinnish lawmaker takes own life in Finland's parliament building - What were his LAST WORDS  WION

Vestas wins 74 MW order in Finland - VestasVestas wins 74 MW order in Finland  Vestas

Finland and UNICEF Launch Global Investment Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions In and For Emerging Economies - UnicefFinland and UNICEF Launch Global Investment Opportunity for Fem Tech Solutions In and For Emerging Economies  Unicef

OECD Economic Surveys: Finland 2025 - OECDOECD Economic Surveys: Finland 2025  OECD

Finland-Estonia cables hit in weather accident, says tanker captain - TVP WorldFinland-Estonia cables hit in weather accident, says tanker captain  TVP World

Monday's papers: Finland's lost decades, a buyer's market and getting caught red-handed - YleMonday's papers: Finland's lost decades, a buyer's market and getting caught red-handed  Yle

MP Who Died by Suicide in Finland's Parliament Is Named - NewsweekMP Who Died by Suicide in Finland's Parliament Is Named  Newsweek

ABB Finland leads in Sustainability and AI Innovation with the ABB Ability™ Energy Management System - ABBABB Finland leads in Sustainability and AI Innovation with the ABB Ability™ Energy Management System  ABB

New Company Established in Finland to Promote DX Development for Marine Products Business - Strengthening connected technology development capabilities and building a global CASE development platform - - news.yamaha-motor.co.jpNew Company Established in Finland to Promote DX Development for Marine Products Business - Strengthening connected technology development capabilities and building a global CASE development platform -  news.yamaha-motor.co.jp

The impact of increasing user charges for diabetes medicines: lessons from Finland - World Health Organization (WHO)The impact of increasing user charges for diabetes medicines: lessons from Finland  World Health Organization (WHO)

Finnkampen: Sweden vs Finland athletics match celebrates 100th anniversary in Stockholm - Flashscore.comFinnkampen: Sweden vs Finland athletics match celebrates 100th anniversary in Stockholm  Flashscore.com

Finnish MP Eemeli Peltonen found dead in Helsinki parliament in apparent suicide - Euronews.comFinnish MP Eemeli Peltonen found dead in Helsinki parliament in apparent suicide  Euronews.com

Entry lists released for World RX of Finland - FIA World Rallycross ChampionshipEntry lists released for World RX of Finland  FIA World Rallycross Championship

Finland’s Digital Compass - OECDFinland’s Digital Compass  OECD

The Visit Finland DataHub - OECDThe Visit Finland DataHub  OECD

Embassy of Finland in Kuala Lumpur welcomes new Political and Trade Team Assistant - ScandasiaEmbassy of Finland in Kuala Lumpur welcomes new Political and Trade Team Assistant  Scandasia

Nanoform Finland Oyj Second Quarter 2025 Earnings: Misses Expectations - simplywall.stNanoform Finland Oyj Second Quarter 2025 Earnings: Misses Expectations  simplywall.st

EU Tourism 2025: Lithuania, Malta, Finland See Biggest Visitor Surge - ETIAS.comEU Tourism 2025: Lithuania, Malta, Finland See Biggest Visitor Surge  ETIAS.com

First-ever sightseeing tour for dogs launches in Finland – complete with a trip to dog-friendly island - PetsRadarFirst-ever sightseeing tour for dogs launches in Finland – complete with a trip to dog-friendly island  PetsRadar

Finland builds border fence as Kremlin hybrid threats grow [VIDEO] - TVP WorldFinland builds border fence as Kremlin hybrid threats grow [VIDEO]  TVP World

Finland’s National Day - The Program has been announced - Nordic CircleFinland’s National Day - The Program has been announced  Nordic Circle

Finland Charges Ship’s Crew Members in Slashing of Undersea Cables - The New York TimesFinland Charges Ship’s Crew Members in Slashing of Undersea Cables  The New York Times

Kevin Appiah Nyarko lands in Finland - Foot AfricaKevin Appiah Nyarko lands in Finland  Foot Africa

Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Scotland, Finland, Slovenia And More Promise Incredible Coolcation Escapes In 2025 To Beat Europe’s Heat With Ultimate Comfort - Travel And Tour WorldSwitzerland, Sweden, Norway, Scotland, Finland, Slovenia And More Promise Incredible Coolcation Escapes In 2025 To Beat Europe’s Heat With Ultimate Comfort  Travel And Tour World

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

Stubb in DC: Important for Finland to be involved in these discussions - YleStubb in DC: Important for Finland to be involved in these discussions  Yle

Air Guitar World Championships to crown new champion in Finland - FOX 10 PhoenixAir Guitar World Championships to crown new champion in Finland  FOX 10 Phoenix

Finland split over Palestine recognition amid Israel's Gaza genocide | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahFinland split over Palestine recognition amid Israel's Gaza genocide | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Business registrations in Finland reach record high in second quarter - Helsinki TimesBusiness registrations in Finland reach record high in second quarter  Helsinki Times

How Finland’s Golf-Loving President Got Trump to Hear Him Out on Russia - The Wall Street JournalHow Finland’s Golf-Loving President Got Trump to Hear Him Out on Russia  The Wall Street Journal

Nordic Prime Ministers meet in Finland for summer meeting - The Nordic Co-operationNordic Prime Ministers meet in Finland for summer meeting  The Nordic Co-operation

Air guitar world champion is crowned in Finland - MSNAir guitar world champion is crowned in Finland  MSN

Digital 2025: Finland - DataReportal – Global Digital InsightsDigital 2025: Finland  DataReportal – Global Digital Insights

Experts marvel at Finland's exceptional seat at Ukraine peace talks - YleExperts marvel at Finland's exceptional seat at Ukraine peace talks  Yle

Benchmarking government support for venture capital: Finland - OECDBenchmarking government support for venture capital: Finland  OECD

Finland summons Israeli envoy over Gaza occupation, West Bank settlement plans - PressTVFinland summons Israeli envoy over Gaza occupation, West Bank settlement plans  PressTV

EuroBasket: Finland beat Poland to seal four warm-up wins from four ahead of home tournament - Flashscore.comEuroBasket: Finland beat Poland to seal four warm-up wins from four ahead of home tournament  Flashscore.com

RENEWFM: €52 million to 9 renewable energy projects in Finland and Estonia - European Commission - cinea.ec.europa.euRENEWFM: €52 million to 9 renewable energy projects in Finland and Estonia - European Commission  cinea.ec.europa.eu

Finland enters FIBA EuroBasket 2025 with a perfect 4-0 in friendly games - EurohoopsFinland enters FIBA EuroBasket 2025 with a perfect 4-0 in friendly games  Eurohoops

Air guitar world champion is crowned in Finland - Yahoo News CanadaAir guitar world champion is crowned in Finland  Yahoo News Canada

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

MP dies in Finnish Parliament building — IL sources indicate suicide - YleMP dies in Finnish Parliament building — IL sources indicate suicide  Yle

Russian troops at Finland’s border and the security dilemma in Europe - The Indian ExpressRussian troops at Finland’s border and the security dilemma in Europe  The Indian Express

2025 Air Guitar World Championships set for Friday in Finland - WDRB2025 Air Guitar World Championships set for Friday in Finland  WDRB

Don't fret: the air guitar world champion is about to be crowned in Finland - The IndependentDon't fret: the air guitar world champion is about to be crowned in Finland  The Independent

OECD Economic Surveys: Finland 2025: Stepping up the transition to net zero - OECDOECD Economic Surveys: Finland 2025: Stepping up the transition to net zero  OECD

Mr. Unstoppable: Markkanen scorches Poland for 42 - fiba.basketballMr. Unstoppable: Markkanen scorches Poland for 42  fiba.basketball

Thursday's papers: Finland slips in healthcare access, politicians open up, and summer temps return - YleThursday's papers: Finland slips in healthcare access, politicians open up, and summer temps return  Yle

Construction of Canada’s Polar Max heavy icebreaker starts in Finland - Marine LogConstruction of Canada’s Polar Max heavy icebreaker starts in Finland  Marine Log

Finland needs to leverage talent and natural resources to drive productivity growth and green industrial transition - OECDFinland needs to leverage talent and natural resources to drive productivity growth and green industrial transition  OECD

Finnish politician Eemeli Peltonen, 30, found dead in parliament after taking his own life - New York PostFinnish politician Eemeli Peltonen, 30, found dead in parliament after taking his own life  New York Post

Finland to offer English-language secondary school option in 2026 - YleFinland to offer English-language secondary school option in 2026  Yle

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

Sustainable Development Report: Finland, Sweden and Denmark top the 2025 rankings - UnricSustainable Development Report: Finland, Sweden and Denmark top the 2025 rankings  Unric

Finland summons Israel ambassador over West Bank settlement, Gaza - Middle East EyeFinland summons Israel ambassador over West Bank settlement, Gaza  Middle East Eye

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's wildlife agency offers training on how to ward off bears as population increases - YleFinland's wildlife agency offers training on how to ward off bears as population increases  Yle

First Version of Once-Only Technical System goes into Production in Finland - OOTSHUB - - European CommissionFirst Version of Once-Only Technical System goes into Production in Finland - OOTSHUB -  European Commission

Power-Hungry Data Centers Are Warming Homes in the Nordics - BloombergPower-Hungry Data Centers Are Warming Homes in the Nordics  Bloomberg

Strengthening co-operation with our partners in Sweden and Finland - epo.orgStrengthening co-operation with our partners in Sweden and Finland  epo.org

Finland travel - Lonely PlanetFinland travel  Lonely Planet

Socioeconomic and ethnic segregation in Finland: A multi-scale analysis of diverse urban sizes - ScienceDirect.comSocioeconomic and ethnic segregation in Finland: A multi-scale analysis of diverse urban sizes  ScienceDirect.com

Economist: Trump's tariffs, weak outlook behind Finland's lowest job vacancies figure since 2016 - YleEconomist: Trump's tariffs, weak outlook behind Finland's lowest job vacancies figure since 2016  Yle

Finland proposes new law to back EU gigabit regulation - Helsinki TimesFinland proposes new law to back EU gigabit regulation  Helsinki Times

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

End of the road for Finland’s integration model? - Le Monde diplomatique - EnglishEnd of the road for Finland’s integration model?  Le Monde diplomatique - English

"Putin cannot be trusted," Finland and Nordic-Baltic Eight nations warn - Yle"Putin cannot be trusted," Finland and Nordic-Baltic Eight nations warn  Yle

Human Rights Day in Finland underscores civil society’s vital role in democracy - The Council of EuropeHuman Rights Day in Finland underscores civil society’s vital role in democracy  The Council of Europe

Finland not moving to recognise Palestine - YleFinland not moving to recognise Palestine  Yle