EU’s Upcoming Ocean Act Puts Regions in the Spotlight – Southwest Finland Has a Message for Europe
How can the objectives of EU ocean policy be translated into visible and effective action…
Eveliina Korhonen1.10.2026
Northern European Connections Strengthen Security and Drive Growth
A competitive future for the European Union and a stable security environment depend on well-functioning…
Updated Climate Roadmap Strengthens Southwest Finland’s Climate Resilience and Preparedness for Risks
Southwest Finland’s Climate Roadmap has been updated to respond to the changing operating environment and…
Kirsi Stjernberg21.9.2026
Regional Council of Southwest Finland entrusted with preparing new Central Baltic Programme
The member states participating in the European Union's Central Baltic Programme have entrusted the Regional…
Kirsi Stjernberg31.8.2026
Accessibility Must Become Finland’s Strength
Finland’s connectivity to Europe, the Nordic countries and the Baltics was a key topic at…
Kirsi Stjernberg28.8.2026
Ambassador of Ukraine visits Southwest Finland as Cooperation with Kyiv Region Moves Forward
Representatives from Southwest Finland and Ukraine met in Turku on 27 August to discuss future…
Kirsi Stjernberg28.8.2026
EUR 47.4 million in EU funding awarded to projects launched in Southwest Finland in 2025
Organisations in Southwest Finland received a total of EUR 47.4 million last year for 538…
Kirsi Stjernberg26.8.2026
A Gateway to the Worlds of Arts and Culture
Looking for creative writing workshops, a music performance, an event host, a circus disco, or…
Kirsi Stjernberg24.8.2026
Have a refreshing summer!
The staff of the Regional Council of Southwest Finland wish everyone a sunny and relaxing…
Sanna Reuna3.7.2026
European Security, Water Resilience and Energy High on the CPMR Agenda in Visby
The CPMR Political Bureau met on 3–4 June in the summery setting of Visby, Gotland.…
Sanna Reuna5.6.2026
