Ulkoasiainministeriö

Ulkoasiainministeriö is the Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs. It is responsible for Finland's foreign policy and external relations. The ministry's main tasks include promoting Finland's security and prosperity, strengthening the country's international position, and defending the rights and interests of Finnish citizens abroad.

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is headed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and the Minister for Foreign Trade and Development. The administrative arm of the ministry is led by a Secretary-General. The ministry operates through a network of embassies and consulates in over 100 countries. These diplomatic missions represent Finland, promote Finnish interests, provide consular services to Finnish citizens, and foster bilateral relations.

Key areas of the ministry's work include diplomatic relations, international cooperation, development policy, trade promotion, and cultural affairs. It plays a significant role in Finland's membership in the European Union and other international organizations. The ministry also contributes to the implementation of the EU's common foreign and security policy. The Ulkoasiainministeriö's work is guided by the principles of peace, democracy, human rights, and international law. It aims to enhance Finland's influence and contribute to a stable and prosperous global environment.