Janne Jukkola, a parliament member from Kokkola, has officially announced his candidacy for the deputy chairmanship of Finland's National Coalition Party (Kokoomus) during the party’s summer congress. In his recent public statement, he emphasizes the importance of articulating the voice of the Pohjanmaa region within the party, highlighting initiatives close to his heart, including entrepreneurship, food security, and the appreciation of Finnish labor and production. As an entrepreneur himself, responsible for around 70 employees, Jukkola brings personal insights into the challenges and opportunities facing local businesses.

Jukkola, a first-term member of parliament, believes that the leadership of Kokoomus should encompass knowledge and expertise from all parts of Finland. He stresses that his own journey to parliament from a small rural village underlines his commitment to representing diverse regional interests within the national political discourse. He particularly underscores the necessity for the party to resonate with various localities in Finland, aiming to enhance rural voices in party discussions and decisions.

His role in the parliament as a member of the Agriculture and Forestry Committee and as the leader of the parliamentary emergency supply group showcases his deep involvement in issues critical to rural communities and the overall economy. Through this candidacy, Jukkola not only seeks to elevate his own political stature but also aims to ensure that rural interests and concerns are adequately represented in the party's leadership.