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Back to homepageFinland to chair the Freedom Online Coalition in 2021
NordenBladet — The Freedom Online Coalition (FOC) is an important intergovernmental organisation that promotes free, open and safe internet. Finland will serve as the Coalition Chair in 2021. Wide and equal access to electronic information networks is essential for both
Read MoreFinland: Minister of Defence Kaikkonen to discuss with French Minister for Armed Forces
NordenBladet — Minister of Defence Antti Kaikkonen and French Minister for the Armed Forces Florence Parly will have bilateral discussions on Monday, 7 December 2020. The discussions will be held in virtual format. Subjects on the agenda will include developments
Read MoreFinland: Digital dilemma – Expert panel on what do we really know about internet addiction and other threats to children?
NordenBladet — On Wednesday the 16th of December we will be discussing rights of the child and the possible harms digital devices and services might bring. When it comes to digital tools, can we talk about addiction? What kind of
Read MoreFinland: Free, open and safe internet to all
NordenBladet — We welcome you to follow an online discussion on universal access to the internet and Finland’s priorities as chair of the Freedom Online Coalition. The event will be webcast on the International Human Rights Day, Thursday 10 December,
Read MoreFinnish missions abroad to celebrate Independence Day with virtual events
NordenBladet — The COVID-19 pandemic is bringing changes to this year’s Independence Day celebrations, both in Finland and at Finnish diplomatic missions abroad. This year, many traditional Independence Day receptions around the world will be held virtually. These virtual receptions
Read MoreMinister of Defence, Mr. Antti Kaikkonen, decided on Finland’s participation in international training and exercises in 2021
NordenBladet — International training and exercises have become increasingly important in the development of the skills and competences required in the tasks of the Finnish Defence Forces. Closer defence cooperation has also influenced the goals and scenarios of international training
Read MoreFrom his home country Finland, Santa Claus confirms Christmas deliveries will proceed
NordenBladet — The year 2020 has been like no other year in recent memory. Anytime humanity faces difficult challenges, children have even more questions and concerns than usual about what is happening in the world. The coronavirus has affected the
Read MoreForeign ministers to discuss transatlantic relations and the EU’s strategic autonomy
NordenBladet — The EU Foreign Affairs Council will meet in Brussels on Monday 7 December. Finland’s representative at the meeting will be Minister for Foreign Affairs Pekka Haavisto. The main themes of the meeting will be transatlantic relations and the
Read MoreReport: Finland’s centenary celebration year brought a wide-ranging group of citizens and communities together to create a shared celebration
NordenBladet — The 100th anniversary of Finland’s independence supported citizens’ participation and increased the activeness of businesses in society. This is revealed in a new study carried out by the Center for Cultural Policy Research Cupore, Owal Group and Demos
Read MoreAmendments to secure the status of employees in case of piracy or armed robbery against the ship to enter into force on 26 December 2020
NordenBladet — Provisions have been added to the regulations of the International Labour Organization’s Maritime Labour Convention concerning a situation where a seafarer is detained as a result of piracy or an armed robbery against the ship. The purpose of
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