Matti Vanhanen

ModernPoliticianFinland1955 — ?

Finnish centrist prime minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1955

Country

Finland

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)14

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)49

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)43

Total Score48.0

Matti Vanhanen — Complete Timeline

2003 AD

Appointed Prime Minister of FinlandPolitical Action◆ Major

Vanhanen became Prime Minister of Finland in June 2003, succeeding Anneli J

Finnish PoliticsGovernment Formation

Impact: national

2010 AD

Resigned as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Vanhanen resigned as Prime Minister in June 2010 to run for the position of European Commissioner. He was succeeded by Mari Kiviniemi. His resignation ended a seven-year tenure.

Finnish PoliticsResignation

Impact: national

2022 AD

Speaker of the Parliament of FinlandPolitical Action

Vanhanen was elected Speaker of the Parliament of Finland in February 2022. He served in this role until April 2023, presiding over parliamentary sessions.

Finnish PoliticsParliamentary Role

Impact: national