Porkkala Return Agreement
During a visit to Moscow, Paasikivi secured Soviet agreement to return the Porkkala naval base area earlier than originally planned. The agreement became a major achievement of his presidency.
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1955 in Finland
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Historical records for Finland in 1955
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United Nations Membership Achievement
Finland was admitted to the United Nations while Paasikivi was president. Membership marked an important step in the country's international reintegration.
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