Finland Plans to Cut Benefits for Those Who Don’t Speak Finnish or Swedish
The government proposes a two-tier social security system that reduces payments for unemployed immigrants who haven't mastered Finnish or Swedish.
New Proposal in Parliament: Non-EU Voters Could Be Barred from Voting in Finland’s Local Elections
The initiative, introduced by MPs from the Finns Party (Perussuomalaiset), seeks to bar citizens of non-EU countries from voting, regardless of how long they have lived in Finland.
From Eira to East Helsinki: Minja Koskela challenges Kimmo Vehviläinen to rethink his biases
A public debate over political polarization reveals growing ideological divides within Finnish society.
Finland to Introduce Mandatory Citizenship Test for Foreigners
The Ministry of the Interior has formally proposed adding a civic knowledge exam to the naturalization process, further tightening requirements for international residents.
Finland’s President Donates Over Half a Million Euros, These are the Recipients
The President’s personal donation, funded by his former academic career, targets art, sports, and literacy.
