2 euro Finland 2025 – State Visits BU pair of cards FIN + ENG

State visits have always been important for Finland when it comes to diplomatic relations between states and the implementation of foreign policy. Hundreds of years ago, state visits took the form of marriages between royal families, which could lead to military alliances and political decision-making. After World War I, when many new nation states emerged in Europe, state visits required a new look. Nevertheless, many traditions such as gala receptions, joint public appearances, dinners and cultural events have survived. For a long time, the most important state visits were to Moscow and Washington, but with Finland’s accession to the EU, the major economic powers of Central and Eastern Europe have taken a more important position. Finnish presidents have excellent opportunities to present the country’s foreign policy while opening doors to export industries and cultural cooperation. Through these statements and speeches, the Finnish presidents, each in their own way, represent the values, principles and goals of Finland and its culture. This is probably the most important function of state visits these days.

The 2 euro coin, designed by Sinikka Inkeroinen-Huhta and Ilkka Huhta, uses the door as a symbol of state visits and diplomatic relations between countries. Behind the door, negotiations are taking place, relationships are being formed and futures are being built.

Denomination: 2 euro

Diameter: 25.75mm

Print run: 62,500 with the card text in Finnish and 62,500 with the card text in English