AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFinnair Japan boost: Finnair will ramp up summer 2027 flights to Tokyo, adding up to three daily Helsinki–Tokyo services at peak times (two to Narita, one to Haneda), lifting weekly capacity to as many as 32 flights. Helsinki transit upgrade: Helsinki city council approved a new light-rail link from Hakaniemi to West Harbour, extending toward Laajasalo, with service expected in 2029 and trams up to 45 metres. Student work rules: Finland clarified that foreign students on study residence permits may work an average of 30 hours per week, with full-time work allowed during holidays as long as the yearly average is respected. Entry-ban clarity: Migri also published four situations that can trigger an EU/Schengen-wide entry ban, including certain refusals, residence-permit issues, and public security concerns. Arctic diplomacy: Former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö says Arctic cooperation has shifted from climate to security, warning “If we lose the Arctic, we lose the globe.” Kyrgyz craft with Finland support: Kyrgyz artisans are expanding into international markets with help from UNDP and the Government of Finland.
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