Sanna Marin

Sanna Marin

Finland Election Results: Petteri Orpo Defeats Sanna Marin

After a closely watched election in Finland, center-right leader Petteri Orpo has defeated Sanna Marin, the current Prime Minister. Orpo now faces the tricky task of building a governing coalition.

Marin, who took office in December 2019, was Finland's youngest-ever prime minister and led a center-left coalition government. Her defeat marks a significant shift in Finnish politics, with Orpo's National Coalition Party gaining ground.

What's Next for Finland?

With Orpo's victory, Finland is likely to see a shift towards more conservative policies. However, building a governing coalition may prove difficult, as Orpo's party does not have a clear majority in parliament.

It remains to be seen how Orpo will navigate the political landscape and whether he can form a stable government. In the meantime, Finland will be closely watched by political observers around the world as it charts a new course.