Trygve Slagsvold Vedum is a Norwegian politician and leader of the Centre Party since 2014. Born on December 1, 1978, in Hamar, Norway, he has been a prominent advocate for rural issues and decentralization. Vedum has served as a Member of the Norwegian Parliament since 2005, representing Hedmark. Known for his charismatic and approachable style, he ascended to national prominence by appealing to voters dissatisfied with urban-centric policies.