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Permanent Secretary Ritva Viljanen

The highest official at the Ministry is Permanent Secretary Ritva Viljanen.

She assists the Ministers in directing and monitoring the activities of the Ministry and agencies and offices in its administrative sector. She also coordinates matters related to the European Union and other international matters.

Contact details for the Permanent Secretary