
Finland’s Arctic Policy
The objectives of Finland’s Arctic policy are defined in the Government Programme. In addition to the Government Programme the principles and objectives of Finland’s Arctic policies are described in Finland’s Strategy for the Arctic Region published in 2013 and updated in October 2016. Arctic issues are covered also in the website of the Prime Minister's Office.
The guiding principle of Finland’s Arctic Strategy is to become a forerunner for sustainable development in the Arctic region. The strategy examines how to strengthen Finland’s position in the Arctic region, the new business opportunities, the environment, security and stability, the position of the northernmost regions in the country, international cooperation and Arctic expertise from a broader perspective.
Finland emphasizes the role of the Arctic Council as the primary forum for Arctic issues and supports the strengthening of the institutional role of the Council.
The mandate of the Arctic Advisory Board appointed by the Prime Minister’s Office is to monitor and coordinate Finland’s activities in the Arctic and the implementation of Finland’s Strategy for the Arctic Region.
The Arctic Society of Finland follows the development of the Arctic region and aims to influence decisions concerning the Arctic regions so that they would serve the interests of Finland.
You can find more information about the Arctic region and about the way it is defined on the website of the Arctic Centre at the University of Lapland.