The Polytechnic especially emphasizes co- operation between the East and the West in the New Northern Europe. The programme for promoting regional development based on the need for structural changes is the largest area of expertise of the KemiTornio region. A look at the map, and the figures presenting population and demography, economy, rural industries and agriculture, unemployment rates, geographic conditions, distances, road and railroad connections explain the diversity of expertise required to meet the challenges at present and in the future. The Kemi-Tornio Development Agency would be happy to provide more detailed information on the structural programme. The structural programme highlights the great potential of developing SMEs and tourism in the area.
Tourism is increasingly important to the economy of every country.
Conventional responses to tourism have taken place in most areas of Finland. However, because of the diversity of the natural culture of Lapland the region presents an unexplored potential for tourism. The aim is to firmly emphasize Finland's position in the international community and the global marketing networks.