Bangladesh, Aug. 11 -- Finland is poised to sharply reduce financial assistance for Ukrainian refugees, as part of a sweeping budget proposal that would eliminate state compensation to municipalities tasked with integrating asylum seekers. The move, championed by Finance Minister Riikka Purra, reflects a broader European trend in which governments that initially opened their doors to millions fleeing Russias 2022 invasion are now scaling back benefits amid mounting fiscal pressures and public skepticism.

According to Finlands public broadcaster Yle, Purras proposal for the 2026 budget would end the “integration compensation” scheme-a system that reimburses local governments and welfare areas for expenses tied to refugee integ...