Embassy of Finland in the U.S.

Building a wooden future ?? Wooden houses provide a quiet and healthy environment. They are also great for the climate, as timber can act as a carbon store. Finland combines centuries-old timber construction traditions with modern technologies to create architectural icons – just check out these masterpieces around Helsinki. Photo 1: Combining glass, steel, and wood, the Oodi Library is one of the most well-known examples of Finland’s modern architecture. Credit: Maarit Hohteri. Photo 2: The entrance at Helsinki Airport uses wood to create a calming atmosphere in a hectic environment. Credit: Finavia. Photo 3: Clash of Clans creator Supercell has its headquarters in an eight-story wooden building, specifically tailored to the company’s needs. Credit: AOA Architects. Photo 4: Opened just last month, the Katajanokan Laituri building—housing Stora Enso headquarters and a hotel—holds the title of the largest mass timber building in Finland. Credit: Kalle Kouhia.

Interested in the North American markets? The Team Finland network has the pleasure of inviting Finnish companies to join a business delegation visit to Phoenix, Arizona during 11-15 November 2024 to meet?key?stakeholders?including academia, industry and governmental organizations?in the critical minerals & mining as well as the microelectronics fields.?The goal of the visit is to identify collaboration partnerships and business opportunities and showcase Finnish offerings to potential partners and customers. #Criticalminerals #mining #microelectronics #partnership #b2b #TeamFinland Embassy of Finland in the U.S. Business Finland

Finland, the U.S., and 15 other partners released the Joint Statement on the Security and Resilience of Undersea Cables in a Globally Digitalized World at #UNGA79. “Our societies are increasingly dependent on reliable and secure digital connections that ensure free flow of information and support growth in the digital economy. The initiative supports Finland's efforts to extend these benefits to all,” Minister for Foreign Affairs?Elina Valtonen said.

Talk about the power of light! ?? Did you know that photonics—the science of light—helps people live longer, healthier lives? It’s also a key technology for quantum applications and has the potential to replace electricity in ICT, accelerating data exchange. Finland has world-class expertise in photonics research and pioneering technologies. As a reliable ally, Finland’s capabilities can help drive progress in the U.S. across defense, space, healthcare, and more. This week, the Finnish photonics delegation Juha Purmonen, Jyrki Saarinen and Toni T. Mattila met with Ambassador Leena-Kaisa Mikkola to discuss opportunities for collaboration in the U.S. Photonics Finland

"Right now, we are at a stage where we must do what we say and work together. So let us focus on what unites us, rather than what separates us." This week, President Alexander Stubb, Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen, Foreign Trade and Development Minister Ville Tavio, and Social Security Minister Sanni Grahn-Laasonen represented Finland at #UNGA76. The delegation met with partners from around the world, including our U.S. friends. President Stubb addressed the General Debate for the first time, highlighting the need for unity and common rules. Read the speech here: https://lnkd.in/dHchexVN He also gave interviews to U.S. media, discussing Finland’s NATO integration and support for Ukraine. Watch the interviews: CBS: https://lnkd.in/eQfqvE_y Fox: https://lnkd.in/eUPs69ay CNN: https://lnkd.in/e2wufFuj ??: Tasavallan presidentin kanslia

”Deep tech, including AI, biotechnology, and quantum computing, is driving global economic and societal progress, with Finland emerging as a key player,” stated Elina Valtonen, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Finland. In collaboration with Tesi, we were proud to host the Finnish Climate and Deep Tech Investment Forum 2024. The event put a spotlight on innovative climate and deep tech companies from Finland. We were especially proud to host Minister for Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen as our guest of honor and opening keynote speaker. Minister Valtonen highlighted the continuously strengthening bilateral relations between Finland and the US. ”Collaborating on issues ranging from climate change and cybersecurity to defense and technology, the bilateral relationship serves as a cornerstone of stability and progress in an ever-changing world,” she stated. Thank you to all the inspiring companies and speakers who demonstrated the innovative solutions and investment opportunities Finland has to offer! Carbo Culture CarbonScape Hycamite Blastr Green Steel Enifer Origin by Ocean Cactos Intergrid Henrietta Moon Vincent Ledoux Pedailles Darryl Robinson Matti Malkam?ki Mark Bula Simo Ellil? Mari Granstr?m Olli Kangas Oskari Jaakkola, CFA Veli-Erkki Ruotsalainen Juha Lehtola Jarmo Sareva Heli Sirvi? Elina R?s?nen Mari Joronen

A series of great meetings today at the Capitol.? ? With Senator Amy Klobuchar, Senator Jim Risch and Congressman Bill Keating, I had good discussions on Finland–U.S. relations, Finland's NATO membership and support for Ukraine.

For our Finnish-speaking followers: Haemme korkeakouluharjoittelijaa suurl?hetyst?n maakuvatiimiin 1.1.-31.3.2025 ja 1.4.-30.6.2025 ajanjaksoille! Ty?teht?v?t koostuvat monipuolisista teht?vist? liittyen viestint??n, tapahtumiin ja muihin maakuvahankkeisiin. Lue lis?? ja hae su 13.10. menness?: https://lnkd.in/eRfQQehQ

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Thank you, Ambassador Hickey U.S. Embassy in Finland, for your valuable cooperation during these historic years in Finland-U.S. relations. You have been a great partner to Finland and a champion of transatlantic relations. All the best in your future endeavors! Photos 2 & 3: Office of the President of the Republic of Finland