Tarja Halonen


 

Tarja Kaarina Halonen (born December 24, 1943) is a Finnish lawyer and politician. She has been the President of Finland since February 6, 2000.

Related Topics:
December 24 - 1943 - Finnish - President of Finland - February 6 - 2000

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Halonen graduated from the University of Helsinki in 1968 and has a Master of Laws degree. She married her long time common-law partner, Dr. Pentti Arajärvi, after she was elected president.

Related Topics:
University of Helsinki - Master of Laws - Pentti Arajärvi

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Introduction
Highlights of political career
Biography
The way to presidency
Presidency
Gay and lesbian issues
See also
External links

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