part 1Finland's leading industries and well-known companies
In recent years, the Finnish economy has continued to show a positive trend. According to Statistics Finland, Finland's GDP grew by 23%, which is a slower pace than in 2017, but still at a satisfactory level compared to the rest of the EU. Finland's economic development is highly dependent on the international market, advocating freedom**, and the international market accounts for one-third of Finland's GDP. EU countries account for 55% of the total amount of Finland**. Finland's main partners are Germany, Russia, Sweden, China and the United States.
Finland has a forest cover of 75%, covering an area of about 22.82 million hectares, or 4. per capita2 hectares, ranking first in Europe and second in the world, with a timber stock of 218.9 billion cubic meters. Water resources are abundant, and there are more copper in mineral resources, as well as a small amount of iron, nickel, vanadium, cobalt, etc. Therefore, Finland's forest industry and metal industry have always been Finland's traditional strengths
Forest industry] technology is in the leading position in the world. The main products include sawn timber, plywood, fiberboard, furniture and other wood processing products, pulp and paper products. Stora Enso, UPM and Metsaboard (renamed M-Real at the end of March 2012) are the top three forestry companies. Stora Enso is the world's largest producer of cartons and cardboard and the third largest producer of sawn timberUPM is the world's largest producer of magazine paper and label paper and Europe's largest producer of plywoodMetsaboard is Europe's leading manufacturer of high-quality paper and cardboard.
The metal industry developed rapidly after World War II and became one of the pillar industries of the national economy. The main products are steel, pig iron, copper, nickel, zinc, etc., and the scintillation copper smelting and nickel smelting technology invented by Finland is the world's leading. Outokumpu is a leading company and one of the world's top four stainless steel producers. Major players in the industry also include Outotec, the world's leading supplier of metallurgical and mining processing technologies and services.
Energy and environmental protection industry] Energy and environmental protection industry Finland is a global leader in energy efficiency, clean processes, water conservation, waste management and environmental monitoring. In the field of bioenergy and combined heat and power, Finland has the highest level of technology in the world, and currently accounts for 22%-25% of its total energy consumption, which is one of the highest in the world. Puzair's garbage sorting and transportation, vacuum cleaning and other systems occupy the world's leading position in similar technologies and markets. Vaisala is a world leader in temperature and humidity sensor technology.
[Machinery industry].The main products include agricultural and forestry machinery, paper machines, elevators, lifting equipment, icebreakers, marine equipment, etc. Some of the biggest players in the industry include Metso Group, the world's largest paper machine producerKone, one of the largest companies in the global elevator and escalator industry;Wartsila, one of the world's largest manufacturers of marine diesel engines and diesel generator sets;Konecranes Cranes (KCI), the largest crane manufacturer in Northern Europe.
The chemical industry] key products include petrochemical products, paper chemical products, plastic and rubber products, coatings, etc., about 40% of the products are exported, accounting for 12% of Finland's total exports. Kemira is one of the world's leading companies in the chemical industry, engaged in the production, R&D and application of fine chemicals, and its pulp and paper, water treatment and specialty industrial chemicals businesses are world-leading. Neste Oil Corporation's NexBTL technology, which produces diesel from renewable feedstocks such as vegetable oils and animal fats, and is effective in reducing vehicle emissions, was awarded the 2006 Finnish Chemical Industry Federation Innovation Award.
The food industry is one of the most important industries in Finland and has been growing steadily. The main products include meat products, dairy products, beer beverages, chocolate, snacks, etc. The Finnish food industry is a pioneer in European functional foods, and Valio produces lactose-free milk that can reduce the occurrence of diarrhoeaBenecol margarine, developed by Raisio, is effective in lowering cholesterol and has been sold well in Europe since its launch in 1995.
Internet and information and communication industry] Finland's economic pillar industry, its main products include wireless communication equipment, terminal products, communication network equipment, electronic components and optical fiber cables, etc., accounting for about 9% of Finland's GDP, and its products and services are exported in large quantities. Although Nokia's mobile phone business was acquired by Microsoft for $7.2 billion in September 2013, about 900 million people around the world currently use Nokia mobile phones. Many companies in the industry also have certain advantages in the field of mobile communication technology and equipment, such as Benefon, which mainly produces GSM+GPS mobile positioning communication equipment, and has the world's leading mobile phone positioning technology.
According to the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, as of the end of 2018, the stock of Chinese direct investment in Finland was 3$2.8 billion. At present, about 45 Chinese enterprises have invested and cooperated in Finland, mainly in the fields of information and communication technology, industrial automation control and high-end manufacturing, clean technology, biomedicine, shipping, mining, shipbuilding, clothing, wholesale and retail, and service industries, and their business conditions are generally good.
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part 2High-level talent in Finland
OneCountry Profiles
The Republic of Finland, commonly known as Finland, is a country located in northern Europe and one of the five Nordic countries. The land is made up of the mainland of Finland and more than 179,000 islands, and is divided into 19 administrative regions and 309 municipalities, with an area of about 3380,000 square kilometers. Finland contains about 18 lakes80,000, so it has the reputation of "the land of a thousand lakes". Finland is bordered by Sweden to the northwest, Norway to the north, and Russia to the east. Finland has a population of only 5.6 million, of which only about 35% are of foreign origin.
Despite the fact that life in Finland is very expensive, the Scandinavian country is a leader in the European Union in terms of wage levels, which attracts a large number of migrant workers.
Finland has a free market economy and produces products that are competitive in the world market, especially in the high-tech sector. The unemployment rate for the year ranged from 6-8%. As in other developed European countries, representatives of Finnish businesses seek to provide employment opportunities, primarily for Finnish citizens. This is followed by workers from the European Union and then job seekers from third countries.
Typically, foreigners from outside the EU who want to be legally employed in Finland must first find an employer and sign an employment contract. After that, a residence permit in Finland will be issued and the right to engage in professional activities. In some cases, such as seasonal work in agriculture for up to 90 days, it is sufficient to obtain a work visa for Finland.
There is no official minimum wage in Finnish law. Collective agreements between trade unions and employers regulate wage rates in each sector of the economy. Under the conditions of full employment in the country as a whole, workers can receive at least 1,800-2,000 euros per month. The average salary in Finland in 2022 is around €3,500 before taxes and €2,600 after all expenses.
According to official data from Statistics Finland, there are now about 1640,000 Finns are unemployed, 2 more than last year40 thousand. 920,000 people, 720,000 people. About 2.5 million people are formally employed in the country. However, the local labor market offers many employment options for foreigners, including seasonal jobs for unskilled personnel and long-term contracts for experienced professionals.
According to local recruitment agencies, the most popular occupations in Finland in 2022 are in manufacturing, construction, healthcare, education, information technology, and agriculture.
Data**: According to the Finnish Ministry of Economic Affairs (TEM), employers have been having problems recruiting the following workers:
Nursing Assistant Professionals;Social Work and Counseling Professionals;Audiologist and linguist;General practitioners;Early Childhood Educators;Health Care Assistant;Heavy Truck Driver & Bus Driver, **Software Developer;Special Medical Practitioners;Hospitality staff (restaurant and hotel staff);Psychologist;Engineering professionals (chemical, electrical, civil engineering, mechanical);Teachers of special needs, as well as dentists;Skilled trades (electricians, welders, machinists);Sales and marketing personnel (sales representatives, managers, graphic designers);Truck drivers, delivery people, construction workers, public transport drivers;IT personnel (cybersecurity specialists, network administrators, technical support);Construction workers;Certified Public Accountant, Auditor, Financial Analyst;Healthcare professionals (doctors, ** and other non-nursing health professionals);Supervisors (coaches, consultants, directors);Cook;Child Care Worker;Mechanic.
According to TEM data,top15Occupations with the highest and lowest demand for labor:
Occupations in the highest demand
Excess occupations
Over the next decade, Finland's most sought-after occupations and job growth are expected to be recorded in areas such as mining, information technology, wholesale and retail, finance and insurance.
Finally, we note that according to the official UN report, the World Happiness Report, which collects data on 156 countries on the planet, Finland is considered the happiest country in the world.
Part 3 Internationally renowned universities in Finland (TOP10).