The Finnish Institute of International Affairs (FIIA)

The purpose of the research carried out by the Finnish Institute of International Affairs  is to produce focused information of a high standard for use by the academic community and decision-makers and in public debate. The Institute maintains active international contacts in its activities and its researchers participate in public debate by writing articles for newspapers, periodicals and specialist journals, as well as by lending their expertise to various media. he Institute also publishes a journal, Ulkopolitiikka Finnish Journal of Foreign Affairs), and maintains a specialised library

The Institute was established by the Parliament of Finland in 2006 and the Parliament also provides the Institute’s basic funding. The Institute is autonomous in its research activities and is governed by a nine-member board, assisted by an advisory council and a scientific advisory council.