Finland's Prime Minister Sanna Marin has conceded defeat in the country's parliamentary election, handing over power to the right-wing National Coalition Party. The NCP is expected to win 48 seats in parliament, narrowly ahead of the nationalist Finns Party with 46 seats and Marin's Social Democrats on 43 seats.
Marin, who was just 37 when she became the world's youngest prime minister in 2019, had been criticized for her partying and government spending. The NCP leader Petteri Orpo vowed to "fix Finland" and its economy, promising to curb spending and stop the rise of public debt.
Orpo will now have the first chance at forming a coalition to obtain a majority in parliament, marking the end of Marin's era as prime minister. Marin conceded defeat, saying that her party had gained support but did not finish first today. She also expressed concern about the economic resilience of Finland, which has been hit hard by Europe's energy crisis and rising cost of living.
Marin's Social Democrats have faced criticism for their lavish spending on pensions and education, with some conservatives seeing it as too extravagant. The NCP, on the other hand, has promised to reduce immigration from developing countries outside the European Union and implement austerity policies to curb deficit spending.
The Finns Party, which is considered openly racist by some critics, has also called for a reduction in immigration and stricter controls on public spending. Marin had previously clashed with the party's leader over her views on immigration, calling them "openly racist".
Finland's decision to join NATO, led by President Sauli Niinisto and Marin, has been one of the country's most notable foreign policy actions in recent years. The process is now almost complete, with Helsinki expected to join within days after all 30 members of the Western defense alliance approved the accession.
Marin will step down as prime minister, marking a significant shift for Finland's politics. Her Social Democrats have faced criticism for their handling of the economy and government spending, while the NCP promises a more austere approach to public finances.
Marin, who was just 37 when she became the world's youngest prime minister in 2019, had been criticized for her partying and government spending. The NCP leader Petteri Orpo vowed to "fix Finland" and its economy, promising to curb spending and stop the rise of public debt.
Orpo will now have the first chance at forming a coalition to obtain a majority in parliament, marking the end of Marin's era as prime minister. Marin conceded defeat, saying that her party had gained support but did not finish first today. She also expressed concern about the economic resilience of Finland, which has been hit hard by Europe's energy crisis and rising cost of living.
Marin's Social Democrats have faced criticism for their lavish spending on pensions and education, with some conservatives seeing it as too extravagant. The NCP, on the other hand, has promised to reduce immigration from developing countries outside the European Union and implement austerity policies to curb deficit spending.
The Finns Party, which is considered openly racist by some critics, has also called for a reduction in immigration and stricter controls on public spending. Marin had previously clashed with the party's leader over her views on immigration, calling them "openly racist".
Finland's decision to join NATO, led by President Sauli Niinisto and Marin, has been one of the country's most notable foreign policy actions in recent years. The process is now almost complete, with Helsinki expected to join within days after all 30 members of the Western defense alliance approved the accession.
Marin will step down as prime minister, marking a significant shift for Finland's politics. Her Social Democrats have faced criticism for their handling of the economy and government spending, while the NCP promises a more austere approach to public finances.
just wondered why ppl always say that right-wing parties are good 4 the economy 
they promise to cut spendin & reduce debt 
but what about all the things they dont mention? like how they'll affect everyday people, working poor families, immigrants... 
i mean, im not saying Marin's party was perfect either, but it seems like ppl r lookin 4 a scapegoat 
, she was always so extra with her partying and lavish spending lol. I mean, come on who can't handle a little bit of fun when they're 37 and running the country? The NCP is gonna bring some much-needed fiscal responsibility to Finland, Petteri Orpo's all about fixing the economy and stopping that public debt from getting outta control 
. It's time for Finland to take control of its own destiny and make some tough decisions, good luck with that, Orpo!
- i gotta say, it's kinda surprising that sanna marin conceded defeat, considering she was only 37 when she became pm lol... anyway, it's clear that her party didn't resonate with voters this time around, and the ncp is taking over 
. personally, i think petteri orpo's plan to "fix finland" by cutting spending and curbing debt sounds pretty appealing 
. but at the same time, it'll be interesting to see how they balance their promise to reduce immigration with the need to keep finland competitive on the global stage 
. one thing for sure is that finland's new gov will have its work cut out for it, especially with europe's energy crisis and rising cost of living still looming large 
. anyway, i'm curious to see how orpo forms his coalition and what kind of policies he'll put in place 
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that Sanna Marin is leaving office 
She was a total boss 
Not sure if that's really what Finland needs right now 
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and make Finland a better place for everyone 
I'm so sad 
because she was an amazing PM 
but I guess her party's economy wasn't good enough 
I mean, who doesn't love a good shopping spree on a budget? 
But seriously, Petteri Orpo is going to be the new PM and I'm kinda curious about how he'll do 
I hope Finland's economy improves 
because it was struggling so much 
that Sanna will come back stronger than ever 
. But in reality, life's complexities are tough to navigate, and sometimes we need guidance from others. Petteri Orpo's promise to "fix Finland" is a reminder that even with the best intentions, it takes time, effort, and collaboration to achieve our goals 
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. When we're in power or face challenges, it's easy to get defensive, but instead of getting stuck on what's not working, we should focus on what can be improved 
. It's all about growth, learning, and adapting together as a society. The NCP's promise to curb spending and reduce immigration might seem harsh at first, but maybe they're trying to address some underlying issues that need fixing 
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. Even if we don't agree on everything, we can still work together towards a common goal 
. Guess we'll just have to wait and see how it all plays out 
just hope Orpo's promise to 'fix' Finland isn't just some fancy word for 'cutting public services'. Finland's education system is already pretty solid, so what's next? 
gotta see how he handles debt crisis and rising cost of living in finland 
this is gonna be a wild ride with Orpo at the helm 
i mean she was only 37 when she became pm lol but i guess her partying days are over 
anyway, petteri orpo from the ncp is like the new hero 
i'm low-key excited to see what he does next 
and now it seems like the ncp is gonna try to "fix" finland's economy by cutting spending 
. Now, the National Coalition Party is taking the reins and Orpo's all about "fixing" things. But let's be real, it's just a different flavor of the same old politics 
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. But we need more than just "austerity" – we need sustainable, inclusive policies that benefit everyone, not just the wealthy few 
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from a shelter last weekend and I'm totally obsessed! He's this adorable little ball of fluff with the softest ears ever. I was worried he'd have behavioral issues since he came from a shelter, but it turns out he's actually super smart and playful 
. I've been taking him on these long walks around the park and watching him chase after squirrels is literally the most entertaining thing 
. Anyway, back to Finland... I guess it's time for them to get their finances in order 
she was only 37 when she became pm which is wild but i guess her party's spending habits were a major issue 
. And what about Finland's NATO move? Just another way for the powers that be to keep us under their thumb 
. The people of Finland might've spoken, but at what cost? Only time will tell 
she was only 37 when she became PM in 2019 mind blown!!! 
gotta see how that plays out 
but honestly, I'm kinda hyped about it cuz we needed some change 