Who is the president of Finland?
The president of Finland is Sauli Niinistö. He has served as the President of the Republic of Finland since 2012. Niinistö was first elected president in the 2012 presidential election, and was re-elected in the 2018 election. He is the 12th president in the history of Finland.
Sauli Niinistö’s background
Sauli Väinämö Niinistö was born on August 24, 1948 in Salo. He has a bachelor’s degree in law and has held many important positions during his career. Before his election as president, Niinistö worked, among other things:
- As a Member of Parliament (1987–2003)
- As Minister of Justice (1995–1996)
- As Minister of Finance (1996–2003)
- As Speaker of the Parliament (2007–2011)
Duties of the President
The duties of the President of Finland include:
- Represents Finland in foreign policy
- Leads the national defense
- To act as the supreme executive authority
- Sign laws and regulations
- Appoints the highest officials
Sauli Niinistö’s achievements
As president, Sauli Niinistö has been active in foreign policy and emphasized Finland’s role in international cooperation. He has also been involved in promoting Finland’s security and defense. Niinistö has received praise especially for his ability to act as a bridge builder between different political groups.
Sources
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