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Wednesday is the UN's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women – Government Palace to be lit up in orange

24.11.2020 16.31
The United Nations has designated November 25 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The day begins an annual international campaign called 16 Days of Activism, which draws attention to this important human rights violation. During the day, well-known buildings around the world will be illuminated in orange – the colour chosen to symbolise the day. For the first time this year, the Government Palace will be lit up in orange too.

Public Regulated Service PRS of Galileo satellite navigation system to Finland in 2024

24.11.2020 11.52
Kuva: Shutterstock
Kuva: Shutterstock
The Government’s Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy decided on 24 November that Finland will start using the Public Regulated Service PRS of the European Galileo satellite navigation system during 2024.

Combating violence against women on agenda as EU gender equality ministers convene for videoconference

20.11.2020 11.08
The EU ministers responsible for gender equality will hold an informal videoconference on 20 November to discuss the combating of violence against women. The ministers will also present best practices on how to protect women from violence and support victims. Finland will be represented at the conference by Minister for Nordic Cooperation and Equality Thomas Blomqvist.

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Activities of the EU during the COVID-19 pandemic

Activities of the EU during the COVID-19 pandemic

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Activities of the EU during the COVID-19 pandemic