Finland opening new Consulate General in Texas in July

Finland to open new consulate in Houston, Texas

Finland will open a new Consulate General in Houston, Texas on 1 July, expanding its diplomatic presence in the United States and aiming to boost economic cooperation in key southern and central states. The decision was approved by President Alexander Stubb, with the Ministry for Foreign Affairs confirming the new consulate will begin operations this summer from temporary premises. Permanent facilities are expected to be completed by the end of …

Finland opening new Consulate General in Texas in July

"In the changing world situation, it is increasingly important for Finland to promote its commercial interests in the United States by raising its profile and making its voice heard," said Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen (NCP).

Finland to open new Consulate General in Texas on July 1

Finland will open one more Consulate General in United States on July 1, said the Ministry for Foreign Affairs in a press release. President Alexander Stubb on Friday approved an amendment to the Decree of the President on the Locations of Finlands Diplomatic Missions. The new Consulate General will be located in Houston, Texas. Finland currently has three foreign missions in the United States: the Embassy of Finland in Washington, D.C., and Con…