Profession: Prime Minister of Finland

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Biography: Petteri Orpo is a Finnish politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Finland since 2023. He is also the leader of the National Coalition Party, a position he has held since 2016.

Orpo's political career has been defined by various ministerial roles, including as Minister of Agriculture and Forestry, Minister of the Interior, Minister of Finance, and Deputy Prime Minister, before assuming the role of Prime Minister.

Orpo began his political career with the National Coalition Party and quickly ascended to significant ministerial posts. Notably, he served as Minister of Agriculture and Forestry from 2014 to 2015.

Following this, Orpo was appointed Minister of the Interior, where he contributed to the management of the 2015 migration crisis. Orpo's tenure as Minister of Finance from 2016 to 2019 was marked by economic reform efforts.

In opposition politics, Orpo was instrumental in instigating a vote of no-confidence against Prime Minister Antti Rinne, leading to Rinne's resignation in December 2019.

Orpo's party triumphed in the 2023 parliamentary election, paving the way for him to become Prime Minister. His campaign was built on promises of fiscal conservatism, including the reduction of government debt and income taxes.

As the head of government, Orpo has advocated for reduced public spending and social benefit cuts while facing significant opposition from unions and left-leaning parties. His governance has not been without controversy, such as issues within his cabinet leading to the resignation of the Minister of Economic Affairs.

Born: November 3, 1969
Birthplace: Köyliö, Satakunta, Finland
Age: 55 years old

Generation: Generation X
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Scorpio