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Today we mark #IDAHOBIT2026 under the theme “At the Heart of Democracy.” Promoting and protecting the rights of sexual and gender minorities is Finland’s human rights priority. In a democracy, no one is left behind.

Ambassador Pohjankukka attended the festivities marking the 145th Anniversary of the Naval Academy in Varna. She took also part in the conference dedicated to Artificial Intelligence in Action.

In times of conflict, reliable information can save lives. Protecting journalists and media freedom is essential for security, democracy and peace. On #WorldPressFreedomDay, I would like to thank journalists for their invaluable work.

World Press Freedom Day highlights the importance of freedom of expression for democracy and security. Finland is currently serving as co-chair of the Media Freedom Coalition (MFC), alongside the United Kingdom. Press release ⬇️ um.fi/current-affair…

On World Press Freedom Day, European Human Rights Ambassadors stand with journalists everywhere. Media freedom is essential for democracy, human rights, and security. 🇩🇪 🇳🇴 🇪🇸 🇫🇷 🇨🇭 🇸🇪 🇫🇮 🇪🇪 🇮🇸 🇳🇱 🇱🇺 🇬🇧

Big thanks to the European Council for Foreign Relations experts on Asia for a roundtable discussion at the Embassy on related global and regional issues. - Andrew Small, Director, Asia Program - Alicja Bachuska, Policy Fellow - Vladimir Shopov, Visiting Fellow - Maria Simeonova

Today Ambassador Pohjankukka and Deputy Director of National Library Velizara Andreeva opened the Finnish Book Corner and the exhibition Endless Journey of the Rune - Kalevala Reimagined of art works by students from Prof. Nikolay Raynov Vocational Highschool of Fine Arts.

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Finland is proud to join the Coalition for Reproductive Justice in Business (CRJB) as its first Public Sector Champion – reflecting our long-standing commitment to gender equality, human rights and responsible business conduct. @UNFPA @VilleTavio

On this International Women’s Day, the members of the Media Freedom Coalition call attention to escalating threats to journalist safety, with women journalists disproportionately targeted. Read the full MFC statement: mediafreedomcoalition.org/joint-statemen… #IWD26

As the fifth year of Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine is about to begin, we reaffirm that Finland stands with the Ukrainian people – for as long as it takes. @FinGovernment 🇫🇮 🇺🇦 #StandWithUkraine

Ulkoministeriön päärakennus Merikasarmi valaistaan tänään Ukrainan lipun värein. Today, Merikasarmi, the main building of the Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, will be lit in the colours of the Ukrainian flag. #StandWithUkraine 🇫🇮 🇺🇦

Beneath Helsinki you can find a full‑on playground, a museum, sports halls, a church and even a karting track! 🏎️ Read more about the world underneath and its history at finland.fi/life-society/h…

Day one in Davos with FM @elinavaltonen: two panels on Ukraine, a full slate of meetings and interviews, and countless conversations along the way. A busy start to #WEF.

Minister @VilleTavio promoted Finnish technology, as well as Nordic cooperation, in various meetings and events at the World Economic Forum @wef in Davos. “The Nordics have a unique culture of public-private collaboration, which accelerates innovation while ensuring resilience.”

This is your sign to start enjoying the holiday season ✨ Joulutorttu is a Finnish Christmas staple – and it couldn’t be easier to make! All you need is puff pastry, plum jam and some icing sugar. Happy baking! 🎄 #Finland #Christmas #Joulu

Interview with Ambassador Pohjankukka for Euronews Bulgaria youtube.com/watch?v=9-i7E2…

Tuesday 25 November is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women – government buildings to be illuminated in orange valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/tuesday-2…

An inspiring visit to Community Centre COMPASS, which was established on the initiative of UNHCR Bulgaria in Varna. Ambassador Pohjankukka was impressed to meet with the dedicated volunteers and the brave and strong Ukrainian women and children. #StandWithUkraine

Flagship of Finnish Wood Architecture: Katajanokan Laituri Wins Finlandia Prize for Architecture👏🏆💚🌳🏨 arkkitehtuurinfinlandia.fi/en/flagship-of…