The debate about the risks invoked by dual citizenship was initially sparked two years ago under the pretext of avoiding international disputes. At present, however, the tightening of the screws is largely blamed on Russia's reunification with Crimea, as Moscow had previously vowed to safeguard the interests of its citizens beyond the country's borders.
At present, Finland has some 74,000 state officials, and nearly 30,000 of these jobs have a Finnish citizenship prerequisite. These posts include top jobs such as that of the Chancellor of Justice or Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. Additionally, security-related posts in the country's police, army and border control have been reserved for citizens of Finland.
Kirsi Äijälä of the Ministry of Finance expects it to be an arduous task, as several competent bodies are involved. Nevertheless, he anticipates a result to present to the parliament in autumn.
"The work is yet at an early stage, but the task is to be finished as quickly as possible," she told Yle.
