Permanent Secretary Nerg meets Russian Deputy Minister of the Interior Zubov and Head of the Federal Migration Service Romodanovsky in Moscow
The Ministry of the Interior's Permanent Secretary Päivi Nerg will meet Russian Deputy Minister of the Interior Igor Zubov and Head of Federal Migration Service Konstantin Romodanovsky in Moscow on 18 December. The Permanent Secretary and her Russian colleagues will discuss the migration situation in both countries, the asylum situation in Europe and the fight against illegal immigration. Return practices of asylum seekers are also on the agenda.
Most asylum seekers arrive in Finland across the EU's internal borders. In recent months, the number of asylum seekers entering the country across the eastern border has however increased.
It is important to continue discussion with Russia and improve our cooperation to maintain an overall understanding of the situation between the countries.
Inquiries
Ms Päivi Nerg, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of the Interior, tel. +358 50 456 1012