Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy: Cost of damage from drones may be compensated from state funds

8.9.2026 11.30
The Ministerial Committee on Economic Policy has decided that eligible damages caused by a drone belonging to a foreign state may be compensated to private individuals and businesses on a case-by-case basis.

Government’s budget proposal for 2027
Orpo Government: Finnish economy growing and Government taking targeted measures to boost growth

1.9.2026 20.11
Copilot said:  Text in the image: Budget 2027  The Government logo is in the bottom right corner of the image.
On 1 September 2026, the Government of Prime Minister Petteri Orpo reached a decision on its budget proposal for 2027 and is steadily implementing the agenda it agreed at the spending limits session. The agenda includes EUR 100 million of investment in construction and numerous transport infrastructure projects. The Government’s targeted measures will support economic growth.

EU legislation
Finnish Government in favour of simplifying EU tax legislation

3.9.2026 14.03
In June, the European Commission published a proposal for a directive that includes extensive amendments to EU legislation on direct taxation. The Government supports the goal of creating a robust, effective and fair framework for corporate taxation, but underlines the need for a balanced regulatory approach that provides sufficient protection to the tax base.

Government proposal       
Proposal to reduce corporate tax and extend period for deducting business losses

3.9.2026 14.03
The Government is proposing that the corporate income tax rate be reduced from 20 to 18 per cent and the period for deducting business losses be extended to 25 years. The aim is to improve operating conditions for businesses and encourage investments and entrepreneurship. The Government submitted its proposal to Parliament on 3 September.

Draft budget
The draft budget of Minister of Finance Riikka Purra for 2027 will enable growth and implement previously decided fiscal consolidation measures

4.8.2026 16.40
Valtiovarainministeri Riikka Purra.
The draft national budget of the Minister of Finance for 2027 will implement policies agreed in the spring spending limits session. The budget proposal totals EUR 92.2 billion, envisioning a deficit of EUR 12.9 billion.

Publications

State Budget 2025

The central government's appropriations in the budget proposal total EUR 88.8 billion. Revenue is estimated at EUR 76.6 billion. The budget proposal shows a deficit of EUR 12.1 billion.

State Budget 2025

Economic Survey, summer 2026

The Finnish economy is gradually recovering but is overshadowed by the crisis in the Middle East, higher energy prices and an uncertain economic outlook.

Economic Survey, Summer 2026

Expenditure and structural survey

This expenditure and structural review is intended to help identify the purposes for which public funds are currently being used.

Expenditure and structural survey

Ministry of Finance

Ministry of Finance

The Ministry is tasked with establishing, overseeing and reforming the operating framework for public finances and public governance. Our vision is to establish a solid foundation for the economic prosperity and wellbeing of coming generations.

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Administrative branch

Administrative branch

The Ministry of Finance's administrative branch employs over 12,000 people, most of whom work for the tax and customs administrations.

The Ministry of Finance's administrative branch

Ministers

Riikka Purra
Riikka Purra
Minister of Finance
Anna-Kaisa Ikonen
Anna-Kaisa Ikonen
Minister of Local and Regional Government
Sakari Puisto
Sakari Puisto
Minister of Economic Affairs