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Strasbourg’s Field for Rights Fight. by Nikolai Meinert, Strasbourg
Are human rights an abstract humanitarian amusement or the guarantor of economic and political stability? In search of the answer to this question NH turns to the materials of the April session of the Council of Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly.
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The Rules of the Game. by Nikolai Meinert, Vienna
The Third Europe Russia Economic Forum was held in Austria this April. The main focus was on finding a common ground and learning to see eye to eye. Can the differences between Russia and Europe be overcome, or are they so fundamental that real co-operation and understanding are impossible?
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Green Energy. by Natalia Erchova, Espoo
It took 10 years of hard work and innovative technologies for St1 to become one of Finland’s leading energy companies. Kim Viyo; General Director of St1 tells NH about the company’s strategy, including its plans for further development of renewable energy sources.
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Without Fuel. by Alexander Istomin, St. Petersburg
The number of small private water vehicles has been growing in Russia’s northern capital with a steady pace despite the fact that the infrastructure is totally unprepared to meet the needs of such vessels. Today St Petersburg is still the only port on Baltic Sea that does not have gas stations for small yachts and motor boats. Why exactly?
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Real Money from a Virtual World. by Alexej Smirnov, Stockholm
How much would you expect to pay for a piece of prime real-estate? For an island of 25km2 for example? 30 thousand US dollars would seam like a steal, if not for one catch: the island is in a virtual world. Virtual communities are sweeping our lives, demanding real and substantial investment. Virtual reality is turning into an industry… is the real world prepared?
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Stealing from Work. by Natalia Gracheva, Stockholm
According to research held in Sweden, 40% of workers have at one time or another taken things from their workplace that did not belong to them, each year such «thieves» expropriated an estimated euro 1.5 million worth of company goods. What could be the reasons and consequences of such actions?
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Mutual Attraction. by Maxim Vital, Hamina
Political and economic relations between the West and Russia are often filled with misunderstanding; all the more important is the experience of companies that managed well. They know how to put thinks on the right way and they are interested to develop Russian co-operation more and more. One of such companies is the Finnish Cursor Oy – a Kotka-Hamina regional development company.
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Ready-made Home. by Jorma Reionen, Helsinki
To buy the house in Finland in many cases means to build it from the parts. But the job of co-ordinating the construction can often be all consuming and requires constant attention. This is why more people turn to professional home manufacturers that are ready to supervise the job from start to finish.
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Cruise Boom on the Baltic. by Alexej Smirnov, Copenhagen
Large ocean liners capable of accommodating nearly ten thousand passengers are changing the tourism industry. Cruise ship holidays are not just for the rich and the ancient anymore. New liners aim at the budget crowd, but larger ships mean larger ports. What cities and why will be left out of the tourist route?
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Tourism in Finland. by Veronika Pennanen, Natalia Gracheva, Kuopio
In the last two years the number of only Russian tourists coming to Finland’s exquisite lake districts has nearly doubled. This is partly because the municipalities do a lot to attract tourists to their cities. Some of the attractions are unique and imaginative, like a giant computer game in the open air where everyone can join in and never play the same game twice.
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Medical Services for Export. by Liisa Reionen, Kuopio
The price for private medical care in Finland is several times lower than in many highly developed European countries and the service is available faster with the same or higher quality. The potential to turn medical services into an export commodity is very high which means the development of health tourism – a totally new market for Finland.
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Step into a Saga. by Natalia Erchova, Ukkohalla
Finland is the land of lakes and hills, forests and snow. You do not need to travel to the other side of the earth in order to experience virgin wilderness. If you dream about new experiences, activities or a relaxing holiday in nature and genuine Finnish sauna, you can find it all in Hallan Saaga amidst the cleanest nature in Europe.
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Mini Hotels Sweep St.Petersburg. by Marina Koluyartseva, St.Petersburg
The hotel business in Russia is just evolving. In the capital there are still no more than 65 small hotels. However St.Petersburg is leading the way with almost 500 mini hotels that offer comfortable accommodation and help boost the tourist industry.
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Best Hotels of the World: Hotel Telegraaf, Tallinn. by Veronika Pennanen, Tallinn
This is an exquisite new hotel in a historical building located in the heart of Estonia’s capital – the Old Town. The hotel combines spa facilities with fine dining. Privacy and luxury have already earned it a place among the world renowned Small Luxury Hotels of the World Club.
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Giving an Old Car New Life. by Nikolai Borovikov, Turku
The demand for high quality vintage products is constantly growing, and automobiles are no exception. But owning an old masterpiece is not easy, the upkeep is often costly and demands professional attention. Triangle Motor Co. knows more about vintage cars than any other company in Finland, for its owner Risto Paunonen it is more than a job – it is a favourite hobby.
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Elegance in Motion. by Nikolai Borovikov
The new Citro?n Grand C4 Picasso is a truly French automobile. Built to easily accommodate 7 passengers, this design masterpiece has a distinct personality and many pleasant surprises in store for its owners: from controls on the steering wheel to changing lights and much, much more.
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Business Legislation
• Working Abroad: what Russians need to know when looking for a job in the European Union.
Commentary by Natalia Neverovskaya, Unicomlegal Russia
• Insuring your business in Finland.
Commentary by Leila Horelli, Insurance Company Fennia (Finland).
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