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Finland

Country in Europe
Finland is a Nordic country located in Northern Europe, bordering Sweden, Norway, and Russia. It is washed by the Baltic Sea, including the Gulf of Finland and the Gulf of Bothnia. Its capital is Helsinki. It covers an area of 338,455 km² and is the eighth largest in Europe, with a population of about 5.6 million inhabitants. Historically, Finland was under Swedish rule, and from 1809, it became an autonomous Grand Duchy within the Russian Empire. The country declared independence on December 6, 1917.
1952
The country fully completed the payment of war reparations to the Soviet Union
1969
Became a member of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, integrating into global economic structures
1986
Became a full member of the European Free Trade Association
1995
Officially joined the European Union
2000s
The education system gained global recognition and leadership in international PISA rankings
2008
Joined the NATO Response Force, strengthening military cooperation
2022
Legally set a target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2035
2023
Officially became the 31st member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)
2025
The country was recognized as the happiest in the world for the eighth consecutive year according to the World Happiness Report
2026
The first industrial thermal energy storage system was officially put into operation
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Ukraine signs agreement on space exploration with Finnish satellite company ICEYE

Ukraine's Ministry of Defense has signed a memorandum with Finnish satellite technology company ICEYE to deepen cooperation in space intelligence to strengthen national security and defense.

War in Ukraine • July 9, 04:04 AM • 22954 views
The Foreign Ministry organized a visit of more than 30 heads of foreign diplomatic missions to the site of the Russian attack on Okhmatdyt

On the instructions of Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, Deputy Minister Yevhen Perebyinis and 33 heads of diplomatic missions visited the site of the Russian attack on the Okhmatdyt children's hospital to see the aftermath of the attack.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 07:27 PM • 78595 views
TikTok discriminated against women and promoted xenophobic stereotypes before European elections - report

According to a report by Finnish analysts, TikTok search results during the European election campaign contained discriminatory and xenophobic content against women, minorities, and marginalized groups, which contributed to the spread of harmful stereotypes and misinformation.

Politics • July 7, 06:57 PM • 50217 views
Poland is counting on the help of border guards from Germany, Greece and Finland

Poland is looking for border guards from Germany, Greece and Finland to help patrol the border with belarus amid concerns about migration pressure from the east.

News of the World • July 5, 02:37 PM • 20398 views
Ukraine receives more than 2.3 thousand tons of power equipment after Russian attacks resume

Ukraine received more than 2,300 tons of energy equipment from 14 countries to repair and restore facilities damaged by Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure.

Economy • July 5, 11:33 AM • 22052 views
In Finland, syphilis cases increased by 18%, the highest rate since 1995

The incidence of syphilis in Finland increased by 18% compared to the previous year: 457 cases were reported in 2023, the highest rate since 1995, when registration began.

Society • July 4, 01:08 AM • 23107 views
Quality of life barometer: 65% of Ukrainians have increased their income level

65% of Ukrainians have increased their income over the current year, but 38% still consider it insufficient, according to the European Business Association's "Quality of Life Barometer" survey.

Society • July 2, 03:18 PM • 28164 views
Finland granted the United States access to military bases

The Finnish Parliament has approved a defense agreement that gives the United States access to 15 Finnish military bases, allows the presence of American soldiers and the storage of their military equipment in Finland.

War in Ukraine • July 2, 12:33 AM • 25998 views
Finnish Parliament approves defense deal with the US

The Finnish parliament unanimously approved a defense cooperation agreement that allows the United States to use 15 Finnish military facilities and facilitates the movement of American troops and equipment in Finland.

News of the World • July 1, 03:43 PM • 21492 views
Finland approves new military aid package for Ukraine

Finland announced a new military aid package to Ukraine worth 159 million euros, the 24th in a row. The total value of Finnish defense equipment for Ukraine has reached 2.2 billion euros.

War in Ukraine • June 28, 09:25 AM • 83268 views
Finland announced the allocation of €500 thousand to Ukraine under the economic development program

Finland has allocated 500,000 euros to Ukraine under the OECD Economic Development Program to support reforms, the rule of law, the fight against corruption and business structures.

Economy • June 27, 02:04 AM • 29781 views
"Bridge to NATO" is needed so that Ukraine can join the Alliance on the same day when there is political will to do so-White House

Michael Carpenter, senior director for Europe at the US National Security Council, explained that the" bridge to NATO " for Ukraine involves creating an institutional link so that Ukraine can instantly join the Alliance when it is the political will of all members.

Politics • June 26, 10:43 AM • 29447 views
Norway, Finland and Sweden to create military transport corridor

Norway, Finland and Sweden have agreed to create a military transport corridor through their northern territories to ensure the rapid transfer of military personnel and equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 20, 11:36 PM • 18161 views
Media: Almost all Russian troops based on the border with Finland have been redeployed to the war in Ukraine

Russia has withdrawn up to 80% of its troops from the border with Finland and redeployed them to the war in Ukraine, leaving almost empty garrisons and military bases near the Finnish border.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 01:41 PM • 15870 views
First EU country to start uranium mining

Finland becomes the first EU country to start uranium mining, with a planned annual production of 200 tons by 2026.

Economy • June 18, 11:36 PM • 33042 views
NATO invests $1.1 billion in artificial intelligence, robots and space technology

NATO is investing $1. 1 billion in artificial intelligence, robotics and space technology from four European companies to strengthen the Alliance's defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 09:03 AM • 28807 views
Iraq and Jordan refuse to sign joint communiqué on peace in Ukraine

Iraq and Jordan withdrew their signatures from the joint communiqué of the Global Peace Summit, bringing the document aimed at achieving peace in Ukraine to 78 countries.

Politics • June 16, 09:34 PM • 106800 views
The war can stop at any time, Russia must stop armed aggression - Italian Foreign Minister

The war in Ukraine can end if Russia stops its armed aggression, restores the territorial integrity of Ukraine and ends the occupation of Ukrainian territories, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani believes.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 06:00 PM • 49069 views
President of Finland: Ukraine starts peace process from a position of strength

Ukraine is starting the peace process from a position of strength that has grown significantly over the past three weeks and especially over the past three months, Finnish President Alexander Stubb said at the Global Peace Summit.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 05:45 PM • 28510 views
Duda on Putin's "peace" plan: the quintessence of Russian brutal imperialism

Polish President Andrzej Duda has criticized Vladimir Putin's "peace offer" to Ukraine as "crushing demands" and "exorbitant territorial claims," stressing the need to repel Russian imperialism and support Ukraine for the sake of global security.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 12:49 PM • 25386 views
Stoltenberg: NATO eastern flank summit to discuss how to ensure Ukraine's support on a stronger basis

According to the NATO Secretary General, the eastern flank summit in Latvia will discuss ensuring stronger and more reliable support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 12:54 PM • 15397 views
Russian plane suspected of violating Finnish airspace

A Russian military plane allegedly violated Finnish airspace for about 2 minutes in the Gulf of Finland area.

News of the World • June 11, 08:19 AM • 18354 views
Finland transfers the latest innovations of its defense industry to Ukraine

Finland gives Ukraine the latest weapons, including those still under development, as well as positive feedback on the use of Finnish defense products in Ukraine, which will help in the development of new Finnish military equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 04:53 AM • 23998 views
Stoltenberg: NATO does not plan to send military personnel to Ukraine

NATO does not plan to send military personnel to Ukraine, but will continue to provide Ukraine with weapons and long-term financial support.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 01:50 AM • 114182 views
International partners condemn Russia's nuclear threats and chemical attacks-foreign ministry

International partners are concerned about reports that the intensity of Russia's chemical attacks against Ukraine's security and Defense Forces is increasing, as is the variety of chemical ammunition that Russian troops use on the battlefield.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 06:45 PM • 50771 views
At NATO, do not pump at the same time without a medium-sized threat to the Russian Federation - Stoltenberg

NATO sees no immediate military threat against any of its allies, as Russia is preoccupied with the war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 12:04 PM • 22449 views
Finland does not plan to deploy troops in Ukraine - President Stubb

Finland does not plan to deploy troops in Ukraine, but continues to provide support on the basis of the security agreement signed with Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 11:02 AM • 23441 views
NATO is working on a mission for Ukraine - Stoltenberg

NATO is currently working on a NATO mission for Ukraine to provide long-term military support and bring Ukraine closer to NATO membership.

Politics • June 6, 10:49 AM • 70679 views
12 EU countries called for approval of the framework for negotiations on the accession of Ukraine and Moldova to the European Union

Czech minister for European affairs Martin Dvorak initiated an appeal signed by 12 countries calling for approval of the framework for negotiations on Ukraine and Moldova's accession to the EU, noting that their reform efforts deserve support and solidarity.

Politics • June 5, 04:59 PM • 64250 views
10 automatic weather stations and a specialized marine station are being delivered: how Finland helps Ukraine modernize the weather service

Ukraine, according to the interior minister, seeks to automate the process of weather monitoring and forecasting dangerous weather events. This requires equipment that is handed over by Finnish colleagues.

Society • June 5, 04:04 PM • 33128 views