The Border Guard's Strategy 2019

Our Strategy 2019 was adopted on 18 March 2009 and sets the following six strategic goals:

1. Finland has the best border security in Europe. The safest and smoothest transport connections between Russia and the EU are those that run across Finland’s borders. The Finnish Border Guard makes a strong contribution to the EU Border Management Strategy and joint European responsibility.
2. The Border Guard adds to citizens’ everyday safety in a variety of ways, particularly in border areas and in the archipelago.
3. Finland’s maritime search and rescue system is the most reliable in the Baltic Sea region. There is good capacity for command and operational functions in case of multiple-consequence accidents at sea. The Border Guard makes a strong contribution to the implementation of EU maritime policy and maritime environmental safety.
4. The Border Guard is able to safeguard society under any exceptional circumstances and disruptions, even during war. The Border Guard operates on land, on sea and in the air even under difficult weather conditions.
5. The Border Guard organisation is flexible, and its command system is efficient. Operations are transparent and effective.
6. The competence of the Border Guard is developed with a focus on core functions. Teaching, research and development is networked nationally and internationally. The Border Guard is a good and competitive employer, with professionally competent personnel.

Read the entire strategy by clicking this link.