Proposal for tightening regulation on detention and entry bans sent out for comments
The Ministry of the Interior has sent out for comments a draft act that would tighten provisions on detention and revise the provisions on entry bans of the Aliens Act. In addition, the act would provide for the possibility of withdrawing a residence permit from an alien staying outside Finland and imposing an entry ban for security reasons. The deadline for submitting comments is 28 th June 2024.
Finland and Sweden to intensify police cooperation in border area
The agreement on police cooperation in the border area between Finland and Sweden will further improve the maintenance of security in the northern border area. The President of the Republic is to approve the agreement and the relevant bills on Friday.
Delivery of material assistance to Ukraine continues
During Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Finland has actively delivered civilian material assistance to Ukraine. A total of 76 vehicles and 311 truckloads of aid have been donated from Finland. The collection and delivery of material assistance to Ukraine continues.
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Finland may provide international rescue service assistance upon the request of another country, the EU or an international organisation.
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Under certain conditions, Finland may assist voluntary return to the home country.
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Violent radicalisation refers to justifying violence based on one's own view of the world, or on ideological grounds.
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Finland has official flag days and national flag days designated in the calendar. The flag may be flown on other days as well.
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