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Finland is a country in Northern Europe, bordering Sweden, Norway, Russia and the Baltic Sea.

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Baltic Pipeline Rerouted

Nord Stream is considering alternate routes for its Baltic Sea Pipeline amid environmental concerns

Finns Vote Center Party

Finns voted to keep their centrist government while giving conservatives more parliament seats.

Pipe supplies for the pipeline

Pipe supplies for the pipeline

Controversy Over Baltic Pipeline

Finland questioned the accuracy of an environmental impact study on the Russian-German pipeline.

Finland's EU Presidency

As the end of Finland's EU presidency nears, the country can be satisfied with its achievements.

Turkey's EU Entry Bid

European Union leaders have divergent views on Turkey's troubled bid to join the 25-nation bloc.

Talks in Disarray

EU-Russia talks have been overshadowed by a Polish veto and the death of a former Russian spy.

Russian President Putin and German Chancellor Angela Merkel during dinner on Friday

Russian President Putin and German Chancellor Angela Merkel during dinner on Friday

Putin in the Spotlight

Russian President Putin eased EU concerns over energy but took a tough line on Georgia in Finland

ASEM Talks Aim to Further Europe-Asia Relations

Thirty-eight European and Asian leaders ended a Helsinki summit on Monday with lofty statements on global warming, world trade and the battle against terrorism but they stopped short of making firm promises.

New Policy Paper Aims to Bind Russia Closer to Europe

The German government wants to develop a new "Ostpolitik" to broaden Russia's ties to Europe during Berlin's stint at the helm of the EU presidency.

EU Must Stay Open, Finland Says As It Takes Over Reins

Finland, which took over the reins of the EU July 1, says the 25-member bloc must keep their doors open to new members.

Austria Hands EU Baton to Finland

On Saturday, Austria hands over the presidency of the European Union to Finland. The Alpine republic declared some lofty goals during its time at the top, but to what extent did it deliver?

"People Judge the EU on Practical Results"

Finland's Foreign Minister Erkki Tuomioja spoke with DW-WORLD.DE about Nordic wolves, nuclear power and the outlook for Finland's new European Union presidency.

The Nordic Wonderland of Saunas, Lakes and Cell Phones

Finland takes on the European Council presidency in July and announced its plans Wednesday. Press officer Cita Högnabba had lots of good things to report about her country. But is it really such a wonderland?

Siemens Better Off in Telecom Merger With Nokia

Analysts and investors reacted positively to the announcement of a joint telecom venture between Siemens and Nokia. The German tech giant, however, is believed to have gotten the better end of the deal.

Nokia, Siemens to Merge Telecom Networks

Finnish telecommunications group Nokia and its German rival Siemens will merge their telecom equipment and network activities, creating the third-biggest supplier worldwide, the companies announced on Monday.

Finnish Monster Rockers Conquer Eurovision

Finnish heavy metal band Lordi kept their promise to "bring rock to Eurovision", handing their country its first title in the annual song contest's 51-year history with an explosive victory in Athens early Sunday.

Europe's Green Dream Wilts But Won't Die

Greens in Europe lost power when the German party returned to the opposition, but parties elsewhere offer hope.

Germany Disappoints in Athletics Again

In the early 1980s, East and West Germany were strong competitors in athletics, collecting golds in track and field. But judging by the meager medal haul at the recent Helsinki world championships, times have changed.

Rockin' on Air

Air guitar -- is it a cheesy farce or artistic pastime promoting world peace? The jury of public opinion is out on that one, but another jury will crown a world champion. We hear the lowdown from a German champion.

Leaders in a Stew Over Culinary Heritage

French President Jacques Chirac flies into Scotland on Wednesday for the G8 summit after allegedly slamming British cuisine. Battle lines have been drawn for what is turning out to be an embarrassing EU food fight.

Germany Names Phone-Toss Champion

Illness left Thomas Chedor unable to compete anymore in javelin throwing, but the 36-year old German can now rejoice in being the new national champion when it comes to chucking mobile phones, Finnish style.

A Finnish Lesson for German Students

According to PISA, German students lack essential educational skills. But now they can benefit from some private tutoring courtesy of the Finnish Embassy's new website, which has a few tips on how to catch up.

A Monster's Private Voice

A recording of Adolf Hitler talking about his feelings towards the war has resurfaced some 62 years after it was secretly taped by a sound engineer while the Nazi dictator was visiting Finland in 1942.

Sweden and Finland to Set up EU Force

Finland and Sweden have agreed to set up a joint Nordic battle group as their contribution to an EU rapidly deployable force.

Families of Estonia Victims Still Seek Truth

Ten years ago, the ferry Estonia sunk off the Finnish coast with the loss of 852 lives. Relatives of the victims have since disputed the original investigation and have called for a new inquiry.

Finnish Social Democrats Against Referendum

The party has came out against a public vote on the European Constitution, but still called for public debate before the parliament votes on the issue.

Dutch Say No Cents Makes Good Sense

Across the euro zone, consumers and retailers are debating the merits of abolishing one and two cent coins. In the Netherlands, a pilot project without small change has proved so popular, it could soon go national.

France Worst at Implementing Environment Laws

EU member states have a very poor record in implementing EU law, the European Commission said Thursday.

Finnish PM Rules Out Referendum

Finns will have to trust in their elected officials when it comes to ratifying the new EU Constitution.

Finnish Minister Suggests EU Poll in 2006

Finnish Justice Minister Johannes Koskinen wants to combine a referendum on the EU constitution with the next Finnish presidential election to save costs.

Germans Forget Finland on Map

In their haste to welcome new members of the European Union to the fold, German map-makers were last week rather negligent of some of the old.

Siemens Builds Nuclear Plant in Finland

Opposition Wins Finnish Election

Led by Anneli Jäätteenmäki, Finland's Center Party narrowly defeats Prime Minister Paavo Lipponen's Social Democrats. But Jäätteenmäki could have trouble forming a government.

Opposition Wins Finnish Election

Led by Anneli Jaatteenmaki, Finland's Center Party narrowly defeated Prime Minister Paavo Lipponen's Social Democrats. But will Jäätteenmäki be able to form a government?

Finnish National Polls Set to Be a Close Call

As Finns head to the polls on Sunday, the outcome still remains far from clear. A victory for the conservative opposition leader could see the Nordic country get its first female prime minister.

Germany Searching For Education Solutions

An international test that German students took in 2000 forced officials to begin asking difficult questions about the country's education system. Countries like Sweden may help provide some of the answers.

Talks Over Euro Stability Pact Postponed

At a meeting of European Union finance ministers on Friday, leaders agree to postpone discussions on possible amendments to the pact ensuring the stability and growth of Europe's common currency.

EU To Fund Toxic Clean-Up in Northern Europe

International donors are meeting in Brussels on Tuesday to pledge funds for an EU superfund for cleaning up the environment in northern Europe, especially the large quantities of radioactive waste in northwest Russia.

Finland Swims against the Tide

Finland's decision to move ahead with the first authorization for a new nuclear power plant in Western Europe since Chernobyl is creating political tumult both within and without the Scandinavian country.

Hot, Steamy and Online

Boardroom meetings could heat up if a Finnish company’s idea of outfitting a sauna with a web camera for video conferencing catches on.

The Nation as a Brand

Crassness on a national scale or just good marketing? Estonia’s decision to brand itself poses fresh questions of national identity in the “postmodern” world.

BSE detected in Finland and Austria

Following positive tests on Finnish and Austrian cattle, Sweden is the last "BSE-free" European Union country.

Nokia Makes a Technicolour Debut

The world’s largest mobile telephone handset maker, Nokia, launched three new mobile phones on Monday. One of the new models sports a big colour screen in an attempt to match products from rivals.