UN General Assembly issues an important decision for Finland on the promotion of the participation of indigenous peoples
The recent decision taken by the UN General Assembly to promote the participation of indigenous peoples is an important step for the openness of the UN. The decision will promote the participation of representatives of indigenous peoples, like the Finnish Sámi Parliament, in UN meetings addressing matters affecting these peoples. Finland seeks to promote an open, committed UN. The decision that was taken will make the voice of indigenous peoples more audible in the UN system.