Åland's Health and Social Affairs Minister Arsim Zekaj has commented on the resignation of Health and Social Affairs Director Jeanette Pajunen, affirming that the regional government did not request her departure and found no fault in their management of the situation. Pajunen, who served for seven years, resigned citing personal reasons, following her involvement in major projects and navigating the pandemic.
Jeanette Pajunen, Health and Healthcare Director of ÅHS, resigned on November 28, 2025, after seven years in the role. The resignation came as the ÅHS board's confidence in her was severely shaken, with the board confirming they would have initiated her termination if she had not stepped down. Peter Nieminen will serve as interim director.
A two-hour, classified meeting took place in the Åland Islands involving the Data Inspection (DI), Ålands Hälso- och sjukvård (ÅHS), and the regional government. The discussion focused on persistent issues with the new healthcare information system, VIS, and strategies for resolution amidst ongoing data protection concerns and financial scrutiny.
Jeanette Pajunen has resigned as Director of Health and Healthcare for ÅHS in the Åland Islands. The resignation follows a severe loss of confidence from the ÅHS board, which indicated it would have initiated her termination if she had not stepped down. Issues cited include legal procurement and organizational challenges.
Nordic energy ministers, including Åland's Camilla Gunell, convened in Helsinki on October 1, 2025, to declare enhanced cooperation on energy security, resilience, and competitiveness. Amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges, the ministers emphasized reducing dependency on Russian gas and bolstering regional energy systems. A pre-meeting seminar focused on critical infrastructure and supply security.
Nordic culture ministers, under the Finland and Åland Presidency, convened at MONDIACULT 2025 in Barcelona to discuss culture's critical role in societal preparedness and resilience. The discussions highlighted culture as a cornerstone for democracy, social cohesion, and a lifeline during crises, emphasizing Nordic and international cooperation.
