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Advocacy Objectives<\/h1>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”left” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”default” gradient_type=”default”][image_with_animation image_url=”20749″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” mask_enable=”true” mask_shape=”custom” mask_custom_image=”16792″ mask_size=”contain” translate_y_desktop=”50″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” top_padding=”50″ bottom_padding=”30″ top_padding_tablet=”100″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” id=”texticon” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner left_padding_desktop=”50″ right_padding_desktop=”50″ left_padding_tablet=”0″ right_padding_tablet=”0″ flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid” column_padding_type=”advanced” gradient_type=”default”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_direction=”default” class_name=”ph5″]The advocacy objectives of Southwest Finland are linked to the current government programme and its policies, as well as EU-level decision-making guidelines. Advocacy identifies key issues for Southwest Finland and influences their consideration in decision-making, legislation, and funding solutions. This work is carried out in close cooperation with municipalities, members of parliament, and other regional stakeholders.[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”custom” column_margin_custom=”5%” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”column_reverse” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”3%” bottom_padding_phone=”8%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” id=”2-Palstaa: Teksti vasemmalla + Kuva oikealla” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]\n

Archipelago Sea \u2013 Shared Responsibility and Future<\/a><\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]The Archipelago Sea is the most degraded marine area on Finland’s coast, where eutrophication has not yet been successfully halted. Poor water quality manifests in summer as cyanobacterial blooms and deteriorated marine ecosystems. The Archipelago Sea Programme, launched in 2021 and continuing during the Orpo government term, aims to reduce nutrient loading and achieve permanent improvement in the sea’s condition.<\/p>\n

Key measures of the programme include nutrient cycling pilot areas in the Aura River and Paimionjoki River catchment areas and in Kimito\u00f6n, and the introduction of technology-neutral nutrient cycling support. The objective is for the Archipelago Sea to be removed from the Helsinki Commission’s list of worst polluters by 2027.<\/p>\n

Since 70\u201380% of nutrient loading originates from agriculture, solutions are largely found in the fields. Through reform of agricultural support policy, environmental measures can be targeted to areas where impacts are greatest. By promoting agricultural nutrient cycling, manure utilization, and soil improvement methods, we can together restore the vitality of the Archipelago Sea \u2013 and secure the future of marine ecosystems.[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”19672″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”custom” column_margin_custom=”5%” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”3%” bottom_padding_phone=”8%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” id=”2-Palstaa: Kuva oikealla + teksti vasemmalla” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”19673″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default”][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]\n

Transport \u2013 Rail Connections Strengthen Growth and Connectivity<\/a><\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]The growth and accessibility of Southwest Finland require a smooth and safe transport network. The development of rail transport supports regional vitality, sustainable mobility, and the growth of the entire Southern Finland region. The Western Railway<\/a>, a fast train connection between Turku and Helsinki, will unite the cities into a single commuting area of 1.5 million people. The shortcut line and the Turku\u2013Salo double track will reduce travel time by approximately half an hour and offer a low-emission alternative to road transport. Planning for the project is progressing through the Western Railway project company, and construction has commenced from both ends. The objective is for a decision on the construction of the second phase of the Western Railway, the Lohja\u2013Salo shortcut line, to be made during the 2027\u20132031 electoral term.<\/p>\n

The regional transport system is complemented by planned local train services, which will connect Turku, Salo, Loimaa, and Uusikaupunki into a unified commuting area. Together, through the Western Railway and local trains, a sustainable, smooth, and attractive Southwest Finland is being built \u2013 as part of Finland’s entire growth and accessibility network.[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”custom” column_margin_custom=”5%” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”column_reverse” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”3%” bottom_padding_phone=”8%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” id=”2-Palstaa: Teksti vasemmalla + Kuva oikealla” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]\n

Transport \u2013 Road Network and Archipelago Connections<\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]Southwest Finland has several important road projects whose implementation would improve traffic flow, safety, and sustainability. The E18 Turku Ring Road is one of Finland’s most important routes, and its Raisio city center tunnel has progressed to the construction phase. The four-lane expansion of the Naantali\u2013Raisio section is also advancing towards construction. The Laitila interchange on Highway 8 and the Lieto\u2013Aura four-lane expansion on Highway 9 are ready to commence as soon as funding is secured.<\/p>\n

Archipelago transport accessibility is vital for the region’s settlement and business sector \u2013 following the renewal of the Kirjalansalmi and Hessundinsalmi bridges, construction of the Paraistenv\u00e4yl\u00e4 route commenced in 2026. The eastern Salo bypass will improve traffic flow and enhance connections to areas central to business activities. Together, these projects strengthen the transport system of Southwest Finland and support the growth and security of supply for all of Finland.[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”19785″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”custom” column_margin_custom=”5%” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”3%” bottom_padding_phone=”8%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” id=”2-Palstaa: Kuva oikealla + teksti vasemmalla” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”19767″ image_size=”full” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”None” animation_movement_type=”transform_y” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default”][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]\n

Business Sectors \u2013 Growth, Competitiveness, and Green Transition<\/a><\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]Southwest Finland is one of Finland’s strongest export and innovation hubs. The region’s objective is to strengthen the competitiveness of current leading sectors and create new growth opportunities through research, investments, and business ecosystems.<\/p>\n

The pharmaceutical industry and health technology constitute one of the region’s long-standing strengths. The majority of Finland’s pharmaceutical exports originate from Southwest Finland, and the region hosts an internationally recognized research and business network. The objective is to support the further development of this expertise hub and promote the transfer of research results into commercial innovations.<\/p>\n

The maritime industry is another key driver of export-led growth in Southwest Finland. The extensive industrial cluster built around the Turku shipyard creates employment and investments throughout the region. The objective is to support the sector’s green transformation and strengthen the operating conditions for domestic production.<\/p>\n

The green transition permeates all aspects of the region’s economic policy. Southwest Finland aims for pioneering status in the circular economy and bio- and hydrogen economy. A central part of the region’s objectives are investments in infrastructure, such as the electricity grid. These strengthen security of supply, reduce emissions, and create new export potential.[\/nectar_responsive_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”custom” column_margin_custom=”5%” equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”column_reverse” scene_position=”center” bottom_padding=”3%” bottom_padding_phone=”8%” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” row_position_desktop=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” id=”2-Palstaa: Teksti vasemmalla + Kuva oikealla” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none” gradient_type=”default” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” flex_gap_desktop=”10px” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]\n

Skilled Workforce \u2013 The Foundation of Growth and Competitiveness<\/a><\/h3>\n[\/nectar_responsive_text][nectar_responsive_text inherited_font_style=”default” text_color=”#003554″ text_direction=”default”]The vitality of Southwest Finland is built on skilled people. Positive structural change and growing investments, particularly in the technology, maritime, and pharmaceutical industries, are increasing companies’ need for skilled professionals. Simultaneously, retirement, declining age cohorts, and labor market matching challenges are intensifying competition for talent.<\/p>\n
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The objective of Southwest Finland is to ensure that job seeker services, companies’ recruitment needs, educational opportunities, and career paths are seamlessly connected. The region aims for sufficient educational places, flexible study paths, and deeper cooperation between higher education institutions and companies.<\/p>\n

Attracting and retaining international talent in the region requires a smooth permit process, rapid recognition of qualifications, strengthening of language and integration services, and functional service chains between companies and job seekers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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RDI investments support the region’s labor market more broadly. Varsinais-Suomi aims for growth in research and development investments, which support both new technologies and the renewal of traditional strong sectors.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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