Päätösvenkoiksi

Päätösvenkoiksi is a Finnish political party that was active from 2007 to 2011. The party was founded by former Prime Minister Matti Vanhanen and was known for its centrist and conservative policies. Päätösvenkoiksi translates to "Decision Makers" in English, reflecting the party's goal to make decisive and effective decisions in governance.

The party's platform focused on economic liberalism, social conservatism, and a strong national defense. It advocated for free market principles, reduced public spending, and a more interventionist foreign policy. The party also emphasized the importance of a strong and independent Finland, with a particular focus on national security and defense.

Päätösvenkoiksi participated in the 2007 Finnish parliamentary election, receiving 11.6% of the vote and winning 27 out of 200 seats in the Eduskunta, the Finnish parliament. The party was part of the center-right coalition government led by Vanhanen from 2007 to 2011. However, the party's popularity declined over time, and it did not participate in the 2011 parliamentary election.

After the 2011 election, Päätösvenkoiksi merged with the Finnish People's Democratic League (Suomen Kansan Demokraattinen Liitto, SKDL) and the True Finns Party (Perussuomalaiset) to form the National Coalition Party (Kokoomus). The new party continued the centrist and conservative policies of Päätösvenkoiksi, but with a broader appeal.