Anti-racism

SGGP September 3, 2023 05:40

The Finnish government has just announced plans to fight racism, including a ban on Holocaust denial.

The decision comes after Finland's cabinet was rocked twice by scandals related to racism. Under the plan, the government will ban Holocaust denial during World War II and consider banning the use of Nazi symbols.

The move comes after Finance Minister and Finns Party leader Riikka Purra apologised for racist comments on social media, which involved anti-immigrant, anti-Muslim and racist sentiments as well as threats of violence.

Last June, Vilhelm Junnila, the economy minister, resigned after 10 days in office over his Nazi-related remarks. The two scandals have caused tension within the ruling coalition.

Racism has long been a hot topic in Finland. Four right-wing extremists have been charged with plotting a terrorist attack against a minority group, with the aim of sparking a race war.

According to observers, the above plan shows that the Finnish Government is making every effort in this uncompromising fight. Along with Finland, a number of European countries have resolutely eliminated racism. In early 2023, the French Government approved a four-year plan to combat racism, anti-Semitism and all forms of discrimination.

The plan allows victims of racism and discrimination to file anonymous complaints and increases penalties for individuals accused of discrimination. In Germany, the government also established an anti-racism agency to promote racial diversity in public sectors.

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