Nokia Announces General Meeting on April 9, 2026
Nokia Corporation has issued a notice of its annual general meeting of shareholders scheduled for April 9, 2026, in Helsinki. The notice details the agenda and the modalities for shareholder participation.
Board Composition and Elections
Nokia proposes for shareholder approval to maintain the board size at ten directors. The board recommends the re-election of nine incumbent members and the election of a new candidate, Meredith Whittaker, who will lead a strategic advisory effort for Nokia Bell Labs, the group's global research center, over a twelve-month period. Outgoing member Sari Baldauf has informed the board of her unavailability post-general meeting. Timo Ihamuotila is nominated for reappointment as the board chairman and Thomas Saueressig as the vice-chairman.
Shareholder Authorizations and Auditor Reappointments
The board requests shareholder approval to authorize the repurchase of up to 550 million shares, representing less than 10% of the total company shares, and the issuance of up to 550 million shares or special rights entitling to shares. These authorizations would be valid until October 8, 2027. The board also proposes the re-election of Deloitte Oy as the external auditor and the corporate social responsibility statement insurer for the fiscal year 2027.
