Kimmo Kohvakka to continue to serve as Director General for Rescue Services
21.9.2023 14.32

On Thursday 21 September, the Government appointed Kimmo Kohvakka, Master of Military Science, as Director General for Rescue Services at the Ministry of the Interior for the period from 1 November 2023 to 31 October 2028.
Finland preparing to send material assistance to Libya
14.9.2023 9.06

Libya has requested assistance through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism following the destruction caused by Storm Daniel on 12 September. Libya has requested a wide range of assistance, including shelters, medical supplies and expert assistance.
Eriikka Koistinen to continue as Ministry of the Interior Director of Communications
13.9.2023 14.27

On Wednesday 13 September, the Government appointed Eriikka Koistinen, Master of Social Sciences, as Director of Communications at the Ministry of the Interior from 18 September 2023 to 17 September 2028.
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