Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen,
It is a pleasure for me to open this high-level conference on the topical issue of national dialogues and mediation. Mediation is one of the great priorities in our foreign policy. I am delighted to welcome so many advocates and friends of mediation, including national dialogues, from different corners of the world here in Helsinki. Your collective contribution will certainly make this conference a success.
I would like to extend my thanks to the organisers of this conference, especially my special representative, Dr. Kimmo Kiljunen, and his team.
Background for Finland’s Mediation activities
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Finland has a strong track record in mediation, and we are known as a constructive and respected partner in the international community.
