Ambassador of Ireland to Finland
Paul Sherlock
Welcome message
Welcome to the website of the Embassy of Ireland in Helsinki. I hope that the information here will provide a useful guide to the Embassy’s services and highlights the warm relations between Ireland and Finland.
At the Embassy, we are committed to promoting Ireland in Finland and to assisting both countries to grow their knowledge and appreciation of each other.
Finland and Ireland are small, like-minded nations, with deep bonds of friendship. We have a variety of historical and recent links - in politics, culture, sports and business. We work closely together in the European Union and at the United Nations, and other multilateral organisations.
Many Finnish people have come to know Ireland by visiting and exploring the natural beauty of the island, or through Irish culture and sport. It is gratifying to see the increasing awareness of Irish literature, music and dance in Finland. These aspects of Ireland, together with an open and friendly approach to our guests, ensure a warm welcome and an enjoyable stay in the country.
There are links on this website to our State Agencies – IDA Ireland, Enterprise Ireland, Bord Bia (The Irish Food Board) and Tourism Ireland. I would encourage you to consult these to find out more about investing in Ireland, about Irish companies and their products, and to make the most of your next visit to Ireland.
The Embassy is committed to promoting cultural ties between our two countries and welcomes your interest in the many Irish-related events that take place each year in Finland.
I look forward to engaging with the wonderful and multi-faceted Irish community, who make such a positive contribution to Finnish - Irish life.
Finally, I hope that as Ambassador I can strengthen the links between our countries, based on our heritage, history and shared values during my term. I also very much look forward to meeting many of you in person, and to growing the friendships that bind the people of our two countries.
Best wishes,
Paul Sherlock
Ambassador