Voters in Finland are participating in a historic presidential election at a time of unprecedented change for the country. With Finland now a NATO member and its eastern border with Russia closed, the nation finds itself in a position that would have been unimaginable just a few years ago.
The role of the president in Finland is particularly significant, as unlike in many other European countries, they hold executive power in formulating foreign and security policy, especially when dealing with countries outside the European Union such as the United States, Russia, and China. Additionally, the president serves as the supreme commander of the Finnish military, a crucial responsibility in today's security environment in Europe.
