Leena-Kaisa Mikkola (@finambus) 's Twitter Profile
Leena-Kaisa Mikkola

@finambus

Ambassador of Finland to the U.S. at @FinlandinUSA. Retweets are not endorsements.

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linkhttps://finlandabroad.fi/USA calendar_today13-10-2018 08:34:12

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Two years ago today, Finland’s flag was proudly raised alongside the flags of our NATO Allies to mark our accession to the Alliance. Finland stands as a reliable Ally and a dedicated security provider in Europe, fully committed to NATO’s defense. Together we are stronger! 📷NATO

Two years ago today, Finland’s flag was proudly raised alongside the flags of our <a href="/NATO/">NATO</a> Allies to mark our accession to the Alliance. Finland stands as a reliable Ally and a dedicated security provider in Europe, fully committed to NATO’s defense. Together we are stronger!
📷NATO
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Finland is a maritime nation, and our comprehensive ecosystem is well-equipped to support the U.S. in enhancing its shipbuilding and icebreaking capabilities. Last night, together with the 🇫🇮 Sea-Air-Space delegation, we discussed cooperation with 🇺🇸 partners.

Finland is a maritime nation, and our comprehensive ecosystem is well-equipped to support the U.S. in enhancing its shipbuilding and icebreaking capabilities. Last night, together with the 🇫🇮 <a href="/SeaAirSpace/">Sea-Air-Space</a> delegation, we discussed cooperation with 🇺🇸 partners.
Elina Valtonen (@elinavaltonen) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Good morning Washington! Key messages for the day ahead:  🤝 The US is an important ally and strategic partner for Europe.  We want to strengthen transatlantic security, deepen our economic ties and defend freedom. 🇫🇮🇺🇸 Looking forward to meeting Secretary Marco Rubio.

Good morning Washington! Key messages for the day ahead: 

🤝 The US is an important ally and strategic partner for Europe. 

We want to strengthen transatlantic security, deepen our economic ties and defend freedom. 🇫🇮🇺🇸

Looking forward to meeting <a href="/SecRubio/">Secretary Marco Rubio</a>.
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Was great to have Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen visit Washington, DC today. Finnish-U.S. relations are strong, and we’re continuing to deepen our transatlantic ties.

Alexander Stubb (@alexstubb) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Russia continues its barbaric war of aggression. Today, again, slaughtering innocent civilians in Sumy. Russia shows that it has no respect for international law or humanitarian law. We must end this war. An unconditional ceasefire must begin at once. To make it commit

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My sincere condolences to all Catholics around the world on the passing away of Pope Francis. His call for peace and justice remains more important than ever.

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Great to welcome members of the Finnish Parliament, including the Finance Committee, to Washington, DC. Good discussions on Finnish–U.S. bilateral relations.

Great to welcome members of the Finnish Parliament, including the Finance Committee, to Washington, DC. Good discussions on Finnish–U.S. bilateral relations.
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From jazz to renewable energy, Louisiana offers endless collaboration opportunities. Great discussion with the Honorary Consul of Finland Michael Hecht, who plays a key role in fostering connections between Finland and Louisiana.

From jazz to renewable energy, Louisiana offers endless collaboration opportunities. Great discussion with the Honorary Consul of Finland <a href="/MHechtGNO/">Michael Hecht</a>, who plays a key role in fostering connections between Finland and Louisiana.
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The Embassy of Finland will open its doors for #EUOpenHouse on May 10! The event will showcase culture and brands from the Happiest Country in the World. Hope to see you on Saturday!

The Embassy of Finland will open its doors for #EUOpenHouse on May 10! The event will showcase culture and brands from the Happiest Country in the World. Hope to see you on Saturday!
Alexander Stubb (@alexstubb) 's Twitter Profile Photo

During the JEF Leaders’ dinner I, together with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre , initiated calls with Donald J. Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський respectively. We discussed the situation in Ukraine and prospects for a 30-day ceasefire. Things are moving.

During the JEF Leaders’ dinner I, together with Prime Minister <a href="/jonasgahrstore/">Jonas Gahr Støre</a> , initiated calls with  <a href="/realDonaldTrump/">Donald J. Trump</a> and <a href="/ZelenskyyUa/">Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський</a> respectively. 

We discussed the situation in Ukraine and prospects for a 30-day ceasefire. Things are moving.
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President Stubb expressed support for the proposal for an immediate unconditional 30-day ceasefire and stressed the importance of sanctions in putting pressure on Russia.

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Delightful to meet Governor Bob Ferguson on my first visit to WA State—one of Finland’s official partner states in 🇺🇸. We discussed cooperation in connectivity, ports, energy & bioeconomy, as well as shared culture, green transition & housing. So many areas for collaboration!

Delightful to meet <a href="/GovBobFerguson/">Governor Bob Ferguson</a> on my first visit to WA State—one of Finland’s official partner states in 🇺🇸. We discussed cooperation in connectivity, ports, energy &amp; bioeconomy, as well as shared culture, green transition &amp; housing. So many areas for collaboration!
Elina Valtonen (@elinavaltonen) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Ukraine has been ready for a ceasefire and Zelenskyy willing to sit down and negotiate peace. Putin’s chair has been left empty. To end the war we must increase the pressure on Russia and keep supporting Ukraine. The deported Ukrainian children must be brought back and Russia

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The suffering of civilians in Gaza must end. Finland calls on Israel to assume its responsibilities under international law and to ensure access for humanitarian aid. The UN and humanitarian aid organizations must be allowed to operate fully and impartially. Humanitarian aid must

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Washington State is Finland’s close partner in innovation, education & trade. Last week, I visited Port of Tacoma, National Nordic Museum, Microsoft & University of Washington — all highlighting the strength of our transatlantic ties and shared interests. 🇫🇮🇺🇸

Washington State is Finland’s close partner in innovation, education &amp; trade.

Last week, I visited <a href="/PortofTacoma/">Port of Tacoma</a>, <a href="/thenordicmuseum/">National Nordic Museum</a>, <a href="/Microsoft/">Microsoft</a> &amp; <a href="/UW/">University of Washington</a> — all highlighting the strength of our transatlantic ties and shared interests. 🇫🇮🇺🇸
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Honorary Consuls Peter MacKeith (AR, MO, KS) and Henrik Totterman, D.Sc. (MA, ME, NH, VT, RI) are both distinguished professors and great friends of the Embassy. Happy to meet for an insightful discussion on 🇫🇮🇺🇸 collaboration in science and research.

Honorary Consuls Peter MacKeith (AR, MO, KS) and <a href="/TottermanHenrik/">Henrik Totterman, D.Sc.</a> (MA, ME, NH, VT, RI) are both distinguished professors and great friends of the Embassy.  Happy to meet for an insightful discussion on 🇫🇮🇺🇸 collaboration in science and research.
Leena-Kaisa Mikkola (@finambus) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Proud to launch the Finnish-American Society in Science, Innovation, and Arts—a platform for collaboration across borders and disciplines. In today’s rapidly changing world, no country can innovate in isolation. 🇫🇮 values its cooperation with the 🇺🇸 in tackling global challenges.

Antti Häkkänen (@anttihakkanen) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Great meeting with the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth in Singapore. The defense relations between Finland and USA are closer than ever before - and we are deepening them even further. 🇫🇮🇺🇸

Great meeting with the US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth in Singapore. The defense relations between Finland and USA are closer than ever before - and we are deepening them even further. 🇫🇮🇺🇸
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Finnish connectivity expertise enables AI development, while AI further strengthens 5G and 6G networks. It was great to discuss opportunities for growth and collaboration over dinner with Institute for Education and guests!

Finnish connectivity expertise enables AI development, while AI further strengthens 5G and 6G networks. It was great to discuss opportunities for growth and collaboration over dinner with <a href="/InstituteForEdu/">Institute for Education</a> and guests!