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27.5.2026 | 1 1 Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) ANNUAL REPORT 2025 Approved by the Work Branch on 8 May 2026 GENERAL INFORMATION The Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) acts as a parliamentary forum that organises dialogue on security ...https://defmin.fi/documents/236553176/0/In%20English%20MTSn%20Toimintakertomus%202025_ty%C3%B6jaoston%20hyv%C3%A4ksym%C3%A4.pdf/259b5628-4745-ddf4-a38e-f4e7414676bf?t=1779881111724
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31.1.2019 | Replies received to invitations to tender for HX Fighter Programme Ministry of Defence Publication date 31.1.2019 16.01 Type: Press release The Finnish Defence Forces' Logistics Command sent the invitations to tender in spring 2018 for the HX Figh...https://defmin.fi/en/-/replies-received-to-invitations-to-tender-for-hx-fighter-programme
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13.11.2025 | The Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) Set up by the Government, the Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) is a perma- nent Parliamentary Committee, which administratively functions in the Ministry of Defence. In addition to par...https://defmin.fi/documents/236553176/238659714/ABDI_December_2022.pdf/18122c43-17d7-888a-6fa7-5e20d02ae5b6?t=1763025392021
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16.12.2021 | Finland’s national security has improved with the legislation on intelligence. Information gathering on threats to national security and national defence has become more effective, too, since the new intelligence powers entered into force. This is stated in a recent report on intelligence legislation, which was adopted at the government plenary session on 16 December.https://defmin.fi/en/-/1410869/national-security-has-improved-along-with-legislation-on-intelligence
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2.5.2019 | The President of the Republic approved bills concerning the specification of qualifications for military posts Ministry of Defence Publication date 2.5.2019 12.16 Type: Press release On 29 March 2019, the President of the Republic approved bills c...https://defmin.fi/en/-/the-president-of-the-republic-approved-bills-concerning-the-specification-of-qualifications-for-military-posts-
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29.1.2020 | Finland and Latvia agreed on developing an armoured vehicle system – a Patria vehicle chassis platform chosen for the development in-progress Ministry of Defence Publication date 29.1.2020 16.45 Type: Press release On 29 January 2020, Finland and ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-and-latvia-agreed-on-developing-an-armoured-vehicle-system-a-patria-vehicle-chassis-platform-chosen-for-the-development-in-progress
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29.3.2019 | A Russia of Power report sheds light on Russia today and its future Ministry of Defence Publication date 29.3.2019 11.33 Type: Press release The report A Russia of Power examines the current state of Russia, as well as its future, from the perspec...https://defmin.fi/en/-/a-russia-of-power-report-sheds-light-on-russia-today-and-its-future
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13.11.2025 | Bulletins and reports December, 2021 20 21 :3 FINNS’ OPINIONS ON FOREIGN AND SECURITy POLICy, NATIONAL DEFENCE AND SECURITy ABDI (MTS) The Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) Set up by the Government, the Advisory Board for Defence Infor...https://defmin.fi/documents/236553176/238659714/Finns_opinions_on_foreign_and_security_policy_national_defence_and_security_2021.pdf/810d82ce-7c46-a33a-0626-be670c6c7b0f?t=1763025399329
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13.11.2025 | THE ADVISORY BOARD FOR DEFENCE INFORMATION Bulletins and reports January, 2020 20 20 :3 FINNS`OPINIONS ON FOREIGN AND SECURITY POLICY, NATIONAL DEFENCE AND SECURITY ABDI (MTS) The Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) Set up by the Governm...https://defmin.fi/documents/236553176/238659714/ABDI_Report_JAnuari_2020_in_englsih.pdf/8d149508-17e2-b526-cf7a-cbbdb36a6c33?t=1763025391003
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23.10.2018 | Squadron 2020 Project Progresses towards Construction Phase Ministry of Defence Publication date 23.10.2018 13.59 Type: Press release The Defence Forces’ Logistics Command has received a mandate, on 22.10.2018, from Minister of Defence Jussi Niini...https://defmin.fi/en/-/squadron-2020-project-progresses-towards-construction-phase
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13.11.2025 | The Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) Set up by the Government, the Advisory Board for Defence Information (ABDI) is a perma- nent Parliamentary Committee, which administratively functions in the Ministry of Defence. In addition to par...https://defmin.fi/documents/236553176/238659714/ABDI_Finns_opinions_on_foreign_and_security_policy_national_defence_and_security_january_2024.pdf/32f15a84-9ea6-b339-6256-65f61bf0f16d?t=1763025391404
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23.10.2018 | Puolustusministeri Niinistön puhe Defence Industry Dialogue -tilaisuudessa puolustusministeriö Julkaisuajankohta 23.10.2018 19.00 Tyyppi: Tiedote Puolustusministeri Jussi Niinistö puhui 23.10.2018 Amcham Finland ry:n puolustusteollisuutta käsitell...https://defmin.fi/-/puolustusministeri-niiniston-puhe-defence-industry-dialogue-tilaisuudessa-1
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23.11.2018 | Upgrades on Fire Control System of Heavy Rocket Launcher System Ministry of Defence Publication date 23.11.2018 10.15 Type: Press release The Finnish Defence Forces' Logistics Command received a mandate, on 19 November 2018, from Defence Minister ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/upgrades-on-fire-control-system-of-heavy-rocket-launcher-system
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26.3.2019 | Permanent Secretary Juusti to attend UN Peacekeeping ministerial meeting in New York Ministry of Defence Publication date 26.3.2019 14.00 Type: Press release Permanent Secretary Jukka Juusti from the Ministry of Defence will represent Minister of ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/permanent-secretary-juusti-to-attend-un-peacekeeping-ministerial-meeting-in-new-york
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10.4.2019 | Finland to join an EU project with focus on the use of hybrid technology for military vehicles Ministry of Defence Publication date 10.4.2019 11.20 Type: Press release Finland will participate in a research cooperation project Hybrid Drive Trains ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-to-join-an-eu-project-with-focus-on-the-use-of-hybrid-technology-for-military-vehicles
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20.8.2018 | French Minister for the Armed Forces Florence Parly to visit Finland Ministry of Defence Publication date 20.8.2018 11.02 Type: Press release French Minister for the Armed Forces Florence Parly will make an official visit to Finland on 23 August 2...https://defmin.fi/en/-/french-minister-for-the-armed-forces-florence-parly-to-visit-finland
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12.9.2022 | The prolonged COVID-19 pandemic, Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine and accelerating climate change have led to a situation in Finland and globally where the future seems rather uncertain. In the midst of uncertainty, decision-making is difficult. Finland will hold parliamentary elections in spring 2023, and the new Government Programme will outline policies for the next few years.https://defmin.fi/en/-/194055633/how-do-we-guide-finland-forward-in-the-midst-of-global-uncertainty-ministries-futures-review-provides-tools-for-decision-makers
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18.9.2017 | Minister Niinistö to visit Sweden Ministry of Defence Publication date 18.9.2017 15.30 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Jussi Niinistö will make a working visit to Sweden on 19 to 20 September 2017, on invitation of the Minister for Defence...https://defmin.fi/en/-/minister-niinisto-to-visit-sweden
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3.9.2019 | Nuclear weapons are back at the core of the global political arena. This is the conclusion of a recent report published by the Finnish Institute of International Affairs. Growing emphasis on the role of nuclear deterrence is linked to the increased world power struggle and regional security, as well as advanced technologies. This is no longer a question of just the United States and Russia agai...https://defmin.fi/en/-/194055633/study-world-powers-are-modernising-their-nuclear-weapons
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27.4.2018 | HX fighter programme: Requests for quotation sent Ministry of Defence Publication date 27.4.2018 14.01 Type: Press release On 27 April 2018, the Finnish Defence Forces' Logistics Command sent a Request for Quotation (RFQ) concerning the HX Fighter...https://defmin.fi/en/-/hx-fighter-programme-requests-for-quotation-sent
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6.7.2018 | Finnish Navy to acquire new Surface-to-surface Missile system Ministry of Defence Publication date 6.7.2018 9.00 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Jussi Niinistö authorised the Finnish Defence Forces’ Logistics Command to make an agreement o...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finnish-navy-to-acquire-new-surface-to-surface-missile-system-
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30.1.2018 | Government proposes new legislation on military intelligence Ministry of Defence Publication date 30.1.2018 14.54 Type: Press release On 25.1.2018, the Government submitted to Parliament a proposal for an act on military intelligence and related l...https://defmin.fi/en/-/government-proposes-new-legislation-on-military-intelligence-
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14.12.2017 | Finland prepares to continue in the UNIFIL operation Ministry of Defence Publication date 14.12.2017 13.58 Type: Press release By providing about 200 peacekeepers for the French force in the operation's Force Commander Reserve (FCR), Finland will ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-prepares-to-continue-in-the-unifil-operation
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8.5.2018 | Atlantic Council: Defence Minister Niinistö, 8.5.2018 Julkaisuajankohta 8.5.2018 23.28 Tyyppi: Puhe Ladies and Gentlemen, First of all, thank you very much for the opportunity to speak here today. I thank the Atlantic Council and the Swedish Embas...https://defmin.fi/-/atlantic-council-defence-minister-niinisto-8.5.2018
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5.12.2017 | A possible violation of Finnish airspace in the Gulf of Finland Ministry of Defence Publication date 5.12.2017 11.44 Type: Press release A possible violation of Finnish airspace by a Russian state owned Tupolev TU-154 passenger/transport aircraft ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/a-possible-violation-of-finnish-airspace-in-the-gulf-of-finland
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12.7.2018 | Finland to join Multinational Cooperation for Providing Land Battle Decisive Munition Ministry of Defence Publication date 12.7.2018 10.54 Type: Press release Finland is to join NATO’s Memorandum of Understanding on Multinational Land Battle Decis...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-to-join-multinational-cooperation-for-providing-land-battle-decisive-munition
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2.7.2018 | Agreement on maintenance of Long-Range and Medium-Range Surveillance Radars extended Ministry of Defence Publication date 2.7.2018 10.05 Type: Press release Based on a proposal of the Defence Forces Logistics Command, Minister of Defence Jussi Nii...https://defmin.fi/en/-/agreement-on-maintenance-of-long-range-and-medium-range-surveillance-radars-extended
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1.8.2017 | Suspected territorial violation in the Gulf of Finland Ministry of Defence Publication date 1.8.2017 11.15 Type: Press release Two Spanish F 18 fighter aircraft are suspected of having violated Finland’s airspace on Tuesday morning 1 August 2017. ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/suspected-territorial-violation-in-the-gulf-of-finland-2
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1.12.2017 | Finland took part in Cyber Coalition 2017 exercise Ministry of Defence Publication date 1.12.2017 13.43 Type: Press release Finland took part as a partner country in NATO?s cyber defence exercise Cyber Coalition 2017 from 27 November to 1 December...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-took-part-in-cyber-coalition-2017-exercise
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30.8.2017 | Suspected territorial violation south of Utö Ministry of Defence Publication date 30.8.2017 13.38 Type: Press release A helicopter from a Canadian frigate is suspected of having violated Finland?s airspace on Monday afternoon 28 August 2017 at abo...https://defmin.fi/en/-/suspected-territorial-violation-south-of-uto
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29.11.2018 | Ministers Niinistö, Mykkänen and Häkkänen: Real estate ownership is part of comprehensive security - monitoring must be improved Ministry of Defence Publication date 29.11.2018 19.06 Type: Press release The Government has today submitted a proposa...https://defmin.fi/en/-/ministers-niinisto-mykkanen-and-hakkanen-real-estate-ownership-is-part-of-comprehensive-security-monitoring-must-be-improved-
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29.6.2017 | A Framework Agreement signed between Finland and Germany Ministry of Defence Publication date 29.6.2017 11.10 Type: Press release Finnish and German defence ministers signed a Framework Agreement on bilateral defence cooperation in Brussels today....https://defmin.fi/en/-/a-framework-agreement-signed-between-finland-and-germany
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9.10.2017 | National Memorial to the Winter War to be unveiled on 30 November Ministry of Defence Publication date 9.10.2017 11.17 Type: Press release The National Memorial to the Winter War will be unveiled to the public at Kasarmitori square in Helsinki on ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/national-memorial-to-the-winter-war-to-be-unveiled-on-30-november
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29.11.2018 | Government’s proposal on reliability requirements for military posts when close links to another state may be involved Ministry of Defence Publication date 29.11.2018 13.36 Type: Press release The Government submitted today a proposal to Parliamen...https://defmin.fi/en/-/government-s-proposal-on-reliability-requirements-for-military-posts-when-close-links-to-another-state-may-be-involved
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28.4.2017 | Design contract for the vessels of the Squadron 2020 was signed Ministry of Defence Publication date 28.4.2017 12.00 Type: Press release The Finnish Defence Forces' Logistics Command and Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) have concluded a design con...https://defmin.fi/en/-/design-contract-for-the-vessels-of-the-squadron-2020-was-signed
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"Soldiers without insignia" to be included in the Territorial Surveillance Act | Puolustusministeriö
10.7.2017 | "Soldiers without insignia" to be included in the Territorial Surveillance Act Ministry of Defence Publication date 10.7.2017 15.05 Type: Press release On 10 July 2017, the President of the Republic approved amendments to the legislation concernin...https://defmin.fi/en/-/-soldiers-without-insignia-to-be-included-in-the-territorial-surveillance-act -
6.4.2017 | Industrial participation safeguards military security of supply Ministry of Defence Publication date 6.4.2017 14.50 Type: Press release Arrangements for industrial participation (formerly known as ‘offset’) can be used in defence equipment procure...https://defmin.fi/en/-/industrial-participation-safeguards-military-security-of-supply
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4.5.2020 | On 4 May, a report on the special features of Russia’s strategic communications entitled Govorit Moskva – Moscow Speaks will be published in the publication series of the Government’s analysis, assessment and research activities. The aim of the study is to increase understanding of Russia’s strategic communications and shed light on their background and related phenomena.https://defmin.fi/en/-/194055633/moscow-speaks-report-sheds-light-on-russia-s-strategic-communications
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15.6.2017 | The Squadron 2020 publication is now also available in English Ministry of Defence Publication date 15.6.2017 16.39 Type: Press release The Squadron 2020 publication describes the role of maritime defence as a part of the defence system and outlin...https://defmin.fi/en/-/the-squadron-2020-publication-is-now-also-available-in-english
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1.6.2017 | Permanent Secretary Juusti to attend a meeting in the United States Ministry of Defence Publication date 1.6.2017 9.00 Type: Press release Permanent Secretary Jukka Juusti from the Ministry of Defence will participate in a defence cooperation meet...https://defmin.fi/en/-/permanent-secretary-juusti-to-attend-a-meeting-in-the-united-states
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6.10.2016 | A possible violation of Finnish airspace Ministry of Defence Publication date 6.10.2016 21.31 Type: Press release A possible violation of Finnish airspace by a Russian SU-27 fighterhas been detected in the Gulf of Finland south of Porvoo on Thursd...https://defmin.fi/en/-/a-possible-violation-of-finnish-airspace
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24.4.2017 | Requests for Quotation for the HX Programme will be sent to all candidates Ministry of Defence Publication date 24.4.2017 13.38 Type: Press release In April 2016 the Finnish Defence Forces' Logistics Command sent Requests for Information (RFI) con...https://defmin.fi/en/-/requests-for-quotation-for-the-hx-programme-will-be-sent-to-all-candidates-
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12.5.2017 | Permanent Secretary Jukka Juusti paid a visit to Moscow Ministry of Defence Publication date 12.5.2017 15.00 Type: Press release Permanent Secretary Jukka Juusti from the Ministry of Defence made a working visit to the Russian Ministry of Defence,...https://defmin.fi/en/-/permanent-secretary-jukka-juusti-paid-a-visit-to-moscow
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19.4.2017 | Working group proposes statutory basis for military intelligence Ministry of Defence Publication date 19.4.2017 9.30 Type: Press release The working group preparing legislation on military intelligence submitted its report to Minister of Defence J...https://defmin.fi/en/-/working-group-proposes-statutory-basis-for-military-intelligence
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2.1.2017 | Finland holds the chairmanship of NORDEFCO in 2017 Ministry of Defence Publication date 2.1.2017 14.25 Type: Press release Finland will hold the chairmanship of NORDEFCO in 2017. The one-year chairmanship rotates among the Nordic countries. In 201...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-holds-the-chairmanship-of-nordefco-in-2017
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7.10.2016 | Another possible violation of Finnish airspace Ministry of Defence Publication date 7.10.2016 1.39 Type: Press release A second possible violation of Finnish airspace by a Russian SU-27 fighterhas been detected in the Gulf of Finland south of Porv...https://defmin.fi/en/-/another-possible-violation-of-finnish-airspace
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3.10.2019 | In its plenary session on 3 October 2019, the Government has adopted a resolution on Finland’s cyber security strategy.https://defmin.fi/en/-/194055633/new-cyber-security-strategy-responds-to-changed-operating-environment
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3.11.2017 | The US Secretary of Defense James Mattis to visit Helsinki on 6 to 7 November 2017 Ministry of Defence Publication date 3.11.2017 21.55 Type: Press release Defence Minister Jussi Niinistö will host the visit of Secretary of Defense James Mattis to...https://defmin.fi/en/-/the-us-secretary-of-defense-james-mattis-to-visit-helsinki-on-6-to-7-november-2017
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30.6.2017 | Finland to participate in the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) led by Great Britain Ministry of Defence Publication date 30.6.2017 13.59 Type: Press release During a joint defence minister meeting of Finland, Sweden and Great Britain, Minister of D...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-to-participate-in-the-joint-expeditionary-force-jef-led-by-great-britain
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9.6.2017 | The agreement on spare parts and product support for Hornet aircraft to be extended Ministry of Defence Publication date 9.6.2017 10.00 Type: Press release Defence minister Jussi Niinistö has approved an amendment to the Foreign Military Sales (FM...https://defmin.fi/en/-/the-agreement-on-spare-parts-and-product-support-for-hornet-aircraft-to-be-extended
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26.5.2017 | Hawk training fighter jet from Finland to the Swiss Aviation Museum Ministry of Defence Publication date 26.5.2017 11.30 Type: Press release Finland donates a Hawk Mk51 training fighter jet to the Swiss Aviation Museum. As from the end of 2016 thi...https://defmin.fi/en/-/hawk-training-fighter-jet-from-finland-to-the-swiss-aviation-museum
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21.3.2017 | Minister Niinistö met Defense Secretary Mattis in Washington Ministry of Defence Publication date 21.3.2017 21.45 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Jussi Niinistö met Defense Secretary Jim Mattis in Washington on 21 March. The ministers disc...https://defmin.fi/en/-/minister-niinisto-met-defense-secretary-mattis-in-washington
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13.4.2026 | 1 (1) Postiosoite Käyntiosoite Puhelin s-posti, internet Postadress Besöksadress Telefon e-post, internet Postal Address Office Telephone e-mail, internet Puolustusministeriö Eteläinen Makasiinikatu 8 +358 295 16001 [email protected] PL 31 00130...https://defmin.fi/documents/236553176/252585994/Sending%20your%20application%20by%20post%20or%20by%20email%202026.pdf/ddfe3da2-dbdf-ece8-5751-843a13ecd200?t=1776064623577
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14.2.2017 | Minister Niinistö discussed Nordic cooperation at the Leangkollen conference in Norway Ministry of Defence Publication date 14.2.2017 8.49 Type: Press release Minister of Defence Jussi Niinistö attended the Leangkollen Security Conference in Norwa...https://defmin.fi/en/-/minister-niinisto-discussed-nordic-cooperation-at-the-leangkollen-conference-in-norway
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19.12.2017 | Hamina-class fast attack missile crafts to be upgraded and equipped with a torpedo weapon system Ministry of Defence Publication date 19.12.2017 16.05 Type: Press release The Finnish Defence Forces' Logistics Command received a mandate, on 19.12.2...https://defmin.fi/en/-/hamina-class-fast-attack-missile-crafts-to-be-upgraded-and-equipped-with-a-torpedo-weapon-system
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1.9.2022 | The budget proposal for 2023 of Prime Minister Sanna Marin’s Government builds sustainable growth for the future, secures purchasing power and assists people with the hike in electricity prices. The budget proposal responds to the effects of Russia’s war of aggression and inflation, improves safety and security, security of supply, and energy self-sufficiency, and provides further investment in research and development and in the green transition.https://defmin.fi/en/-/194055633/government-budget-proposal-for-2023-secures-purchasing-power-compensates-price-hike-in-electricity-and-strengthens-conditions-for-sustainable-growth
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13.6.2017 | Finland may participate in the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) led by Great Britain Ministry of Defence Publication date 13.6.2017 11.59 Type: Press release Finland is considering participation in the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) led by Great B...https://defmin.fi/en/-/finland-may-participate-in-the-joint-expeditionary-force-jef-led-by-great-britain
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10.4.2017 | The tenderers for the battle system of the Squadron 2020 project have been selected Ministry of Defence Publication date 10.4.2017 15.50 Type: Press release The German Atlas Elektronik GmbH, the Canadian Lockheed Martin Canada Inc and the Swedish ...https://defmin.fi/en/-/the-tenderers-for-the-battle-system-of-the-squadron-2020-project-have-been-selected-
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21.12.2015 | Future use of Minelayer Pohjanmaa Ministry of Defence Publication date 21.12.2015 13.04 Type: Press release Based on the decision made by Defence Minister Jussi Niinistö, the Finnish Defence Forces Logistics Command will take measures to scrap min...https://defmin.fi/en/-/future-use-of-minelayer-pohjanmaa
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12.3.2018 | Puolustusministeriön materiaaliyksikön johtaja Olli Ruutu aloittaa Euroopan puolustusviraston (European Defence Agency, EDA) varatoimitusjohtajana. puolustusministeriö Julkaisuajankohta 12.3.2018 13.31 Tyyppi: Tiedote Puolustusministeriön materiaa...https://defmin.fi/-/puolustusministerion-materiaaliyksikon-johtaja-olli-ruutu-aloittaa-euroopan-puolustusviraston-european-defence-agency-eda-varatoimitusjohtajana-1