Who she is, and how her role works
A Finnish politician and former MEP, Virkkunen has served in the current Commission since 1 December 2024 (mandate 2024–2029). As an Executive Vice President, she coordinates across portfolios, working, among others, with Commissioners for Defence and Space, Home Affairs and Migration, Democracy and Rule of Law, and Start-ups, Research, and Technology. Joint files include AI in cultural and creative industries and a cybersecurity action plan for hospitals.