Prime Minister Petteri Orpo addressed the recent resignation of Kaisa Juuso, the Minister of Social Services and Health, during an EU leaders' meeting in Bilzen, Belgium. He stated that even though the minister has changed, the work of the government will persist without interruption. Juuso, who led one of the most challenging ministerial roles, has been tasked with reforming services while trying to curb growth in expenditures.

The context of Juuso's resignation highlights ongoing tensions within the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, as reported by Yle a day before. The working group established under Juuso was unable to find ways to achieve the targeted annual savings of 100 million euros in social welfare services, falling short at only 50 million. This indicates potential strains within the ministry regarding financial management and service modernization.

Though there was speculation regarding the implications of Juuso's departure on the government's overall performance, Orpo dismissed the idea that her resignation would hinder their operations. He emphasized that such transitions are part and parcel of governmental functionalities, particularly in handling elaborate and demanding portfolios. The government, while adjusting to this change, is likely to remain focused on its objectives as it continues its work in the face of challenges in the social and health sectors.