On Wednesday (December 17, 2025), Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo issued a public apology after two members of Finland’s parliament and one member of the European Parliament shared offensive anti-Asian images on social media. He said the comments ran counter to Finland’s values of equality and inclusion. 🇫🇮
The controversy began when Sarah Dzafce, the 2025 Miss Finland winner, was accused of mocking and stereotyping Asians in her posts. The Miss Finland organization stripped her of the crown, sparking a national debate on racism. 👑💔
In the days that followed, lawmakers from the far-right Finns Party posted similar content online, drawing widespread criticism. Orpo called on all elected officials to be mindful of the impact their words and images can have. ✋
The Prime Minister’s apology marks a clear stance: Finland will not tolerate prejudice, and public figures must be held accountable for harmful content. 💪❌
While no new policies were announced, the apology serves as a pledge to uphold inclusion and confront prejudice whenever it emerges. 🌟
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