Icebreaker Otso in Oulu. Photo Tim Bird

International trade and services for companies

International trade and external economic relations are a central part of Finland’s foreign and security policy. They support our competitiveness, employment and wellbeing.


International trade and services for companies

International trade and external economic relations are a central part of Finland’s foreign and security policy. They support our competitiveness, employment and wellbeing.

The Ministry for Foreign Affairs is responsible for the preparation and implementation of Finland’s trade policy within the European Union. The Ministry promotes Finnish commercial and economic interests by exerting influence both in the EU and bilaterally. Additionally, the Ministry supports Finnish companies in their efforts to set up business activities abroad through the Team Finland network.