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Pekka Toveri

b. 1961

Finnish politician and major general (born 1961)

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About Pekka Toveri

Born 1961. Pekka Toveri is a Finnish military officer and politician.

Pekka Juhani Toveri (born 6 April 1961) is a Finnish politician and retired general.

Toveri served in the Finnish Army for over 35 years,

Toveri has become known as an expert commentator on the Russo-Ukrainian war.

Toveri was elected to the Parliament in the 2023 election, representing the Uusimaa electoral district for the National Coalition Party.

In July 2024, Toveri was elected to the 10th European Parliament, representing Finland for the National Coalition Party, as part of the EPP group.

Toveri is married to retired lieutenant colonel Siobhán Toveri of the US Air Force Reserve Command, who is attached to the US Embassy in Helsinki.

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Important facts

Born
6 April 1961, Kankaanpää
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Military officer, politician
Nationality
Finland
Education
Helsinki Normal Lyceum, Cadet School
Positions held
Commanding officer, Member of the Parliament of Finland, Member of the European Parliament
Awards
Cross of Liberty, 2nd Class; Knight First Class of the Order of the Lion of Finland; Medal for Military Merits; NATO medal for the former Yugoslavia; Joint Service Commendation Medal; Knight Officer of the Order of the Polar Star; Commander of the Order of the Polar Star; Order of Merit (Ukraine), 3rd class; Medal of Merit of the Cadet Corps; Commander of the Order of the White Rose of Finland; NATO Non-Article 5 medal for ISAF
Also known as
Pekka Juhani Toveri

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Pekka Toveri?

Finnish politician and major general (born 1961)

When was Pekka Toveri born?

Pekka Toveri was born on 6 April 1961 in Kankaanpää.

What is Pekka Toveri's occupation?

Pekka Toveri is a military officer and politician.

What nationality is Pekka Toveri?

Pekka Toveri is Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Pekka Toveri

· Wikidata: Q67206923

· DBpedia: Pekka Toveri

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