Estonia

Country Estonia
Capital Tallinn
Continent Europe
Currency Euro(EUR)
Languages Estonian, Võro & Setu

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After centuries of Danish, Swedish, German, and Russian rule, Estonia attained independence in 1918. Forcibly incorporated into the USSR in 1940 - an action never recognized by the US - it regained its freedom in 1991 with the collapse of the Soviet Union. Since the last Russian troops left in 1994, Estonia has been free to promote economic and political ties with Western Europe. It joined both NATO and the EU in the spring of 2004.

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Estonia - Wikipedia
Estonia - CIA World Fact Book
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Elcogen Opens €50 Mn Hydrogen Tech Factory in Estonia, Boosting Capacity 36-Fold - Saur EnergyElcogen Opens €50 Mn Hydrogen Tech Factory in Estonia, Boosting Capacity 36-Fold  Saur Energy

Estonia to Dig 40-Kilometer Anti-Tank Ditch on the Border With Russia - ??????????Estonia to Dig 40-Kilometer Anti-Tank Ditch on the Border With Russia  ??????????

Estonia to pledge over $117 million in military aid to Ukraine in 2026 - The Kyiv IndependentEstonia to pledge over $117 million in military aid to Ukraine in 2026  The Kyiv Independent

Prepare for possible US troop drawdown in Europe, Estonia says - politico.euPrepare for possible US troop drawdown in Europe, Estonia says  politico.eu

Suspected Ukrainian combat drone parts found in Estonian field - ERRSuspected Ukrainian combat drone parts found in Estonian field  ERR

This Underrated European Country Was Just Named the Best Place to Retire for Cost of Living, Safety, and Health Care - Travel + LeisureThis Underrated European Country Was Just Named the Best Place to Retire for Cost of Living, Safety, and Health Care  Travel + Leisure

Jokic, Serbia roll to victory in EuroBasket opener - ESPNJokic, Serbia roll to victory in EuroBasket opener  ESPN

Estonia considers restoring ailing bogs to protect against Putin - politico.euEstonia considers restoring ailing bogs to protect against Putin  politico.eu

Ukrainian drone attack forces Russian commercial plane to divert to Estonia, passengers forbidden from disembarking - The Kyiv IndependentUkrainian drone attack forces Russian commercial plane to divert to Estonia, passengers forbidden from disembarking  The Kyiv Independent

Elcogen opens solid oxide fuel cell factory in Estonia - gasworldElcogen opens solid oxide fuel cell factory in Estonia  gasworld

Aecon to assist in Estonian deployment of BWRX-300 - World Nuclear NewsAecon to assist in Estonian deployment of BWRX-300  World Nuclear News

Estonia and South Africa Sign Visa-Free Travel to Boost Tourism - Travel And Tour WorldEstonia and South Africa Sign Visa-Free Travel to Boost Tourism  Travel And Tour World

Elcogen opens new fuel cell, electrolyser facility in Estonia - Quantum Commodity IntelligenceElcogen opens new fuel cell, electrolyser facility in Estonia  Quantum Commodity Intelligence

NATO Secretary General meets President of Estonia, commends defence investment and support for Ukraine - NATO - HomepageNATO Secretary General meets President of Estonia, commends defence investment and support for Ukraine  NATO - Homepage

For the law and the environment: Estonia will limit the amount of fish that can be purchased per day - Baltic News NetworkFor the law and the environment: Estonia will limit the amount of fish that can be purchased per day  Baltic News Network

Estonia faces reduced potato harvest after rains - FreshPlazaEstonia faces reduced potato harvest after rains  FreshPlaza

Elcogen Launches New High-Volume Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Factory - Fuel Cells WorksElcogen Launches New High-Volume Solid Oxide Fuel Cell Factory  Fuel Cells Works

Estonia limits voting rights for Russian minority - The HinduEstonia limits voting rights for Russian minority  The Hindu

Working international students in Estonia contribute €23 million in taxes - ERRWorking international students in Estonia contribute €23 million in taxes  ERR

Estonia celebrates 10 years in ESA - European Space AgencyEstonia celebrates 10 years in ESA  European Space Agency

Suspected Ukrainian drone headed for Russia crashes in Estonia, local police say - The Kyiv IndependentSuspected Ukrainian drone headed for Russia crashes in Estonia, local police say  The Kyiv Independent

Transport Ministry and Estonian Ministry of Climate launch study to develop migration plan for railway system - The Baltic TimesTransport Ministry and Estonian Ministry of Climate launch study to develop migration plan for railway system  The Baltic Times

Trails To Treasures: Top Things To Do And See In Tallinn, Estonia - Travel and Leisure AsiaTrails To Treasures: Top Things To Do And See In Tallinn, Estonia  Travel and Leisure Asia

Estonia is shifting from shale oil towards a low-carbon future, but how? - Euronews.comEstonia is shifting from shale oil towards a low-carbon future, but how?  Euronews.com

Acquisitive Olvi snaps up Estonian water business Värska Originaal - Just DrinksAcquisitive Olvi snaps up Estonian water business Värska Originaal  Just Drinks

Estonia and South Africa strengthen ties with visa-free travel agreement - ERREstonia and South Africa strengthen ties with visa-free travel agreement  ERR

Estonia's industry leaders call for stable policies to boost smart growth - ERREstonia's industry leaders call for stable policies to boost smart growth  ERR

Minister: No reason for full closure of Estonia-Russia border at present - ERRMinister: No reason for full closure of Estonia-Russia border at present  ERR

In Estonia, a new rare-earth magnet plant powers Europe’s green transition - Euronews.comIn Estonia, a new rare-earth magnet plant powers Europe’s green transition  Euronews.com

Environment at a Glance: Estonia - OECDEnvironment at a Glance: Estonia  OECD

Estonia is once again thinking about the complete closure of the border with Russia - ???????-???????Estonia is once again thinking about the complete closure of the border with Russia  ???????-???????

Photo gallery: President of Estonia visits NATO, 03-Sep.-2025 - NATO - HomepagePhoto gallery: President of Estonia visits NATO, 03-Sep.-2025  NATO - Homepage

Estonia’s Isamaa Party Proposes Closing Temporary Border Line with Russia for Security - ?????Estonia’s Isamaa Party Proposes Closing Temporary Border Line with Russia for Security  ?????

Estonia Warns Ust-Luga Drone Strikes Could Harm Baltic Sea - ??????? ????Estonia Warns Ust-Luga Drone Strikes Could Harm Baltic Sea  ??????? ????

Minister: Car tax in Estonia not likely to be abolished - ERRMinister: Car tax in Estonia not likely to be abolished  ERR

Haskoning To Perform Grid Study For ELWIND Estonian-Latvian Offshore Wind Park Project - Ocean News & TechnologyHaskoning To Perform Grid Study For ELWIND Estonian-Latvian Offshore Wind Park Project  Ocean News & Technology

Estonia ready to send one company to Ukraine for peacekeeping, PM says - ReutersEstonia ready to send one company to Ukraine for peacekeeping, PM says  Reuters

How Estonia outpaced the rest of Europe at digitalization - dw.comHow Estonia outpaced the rest of Europe at digitalization  dw.com

Estonia to Allocate Over €100 Million for Military Aid to Ukraine in 2026 - ??????????Estonia to Allocate Over €100 Million for Military Aid to Ukraine in 2026  ??????????

Bog walking: Exploring Estonia's otherworldly wild landscapes - BBCBog walking: Exploring Estonia's otherworldly wild landscapes  BBC

FFC Industry News: Estonia in Focus - Kick-off for the 35th FilmFestival Cottbus - Film New EuropeFFC Industry News: Estonia in Focus - Kick-off for the 35th FilmFestival Cottbus  Film New Europe

How Estonians are managing the threat of a Russian invasion - dw.comHow Estonians are managing the threat of a Russian invasion  dw.com

Estonia to borrow up to €3.6 billion in EU defence loans - Euronews.comEstonia to borrow up to €3.6 billion in EU defence loans  Euronews.com

Estonia Joins Hungary, France, And Greece As UK Issues Travel Advisory For Leaf Fall Season Amid New Border Requirements: Here’s Is Everything You Need To Know - Travel And Tour WorldEstonia Joins Hungary, France, And Greece As UK Issues Travel Advisory For Leaf Fall Season Amid New Border Requirements: Here’s Is Everything You Need To Know  Travel And Tour World

IAEA Supports Estonia in Preparing the Legal Framework for Nuclear Power - IAEAIAEA Supports Estonia in Preparing the Legal Framework for Nuclear Power  IAEA

Discussing the progress of Estonia’s nuclear energy programme - Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA)Discussing the progress of Estonia’s nuclear energy programme  Nuclear Energy Agency (NEA)

Estonia keen to collaborate with India on defence production, says Estonian foreign secretary - ThePrintEstonia keen to collaborate with India on defence production, says Estonian foreign secretary  ThePrint

Estonia starts planning process for SMR plant - World Nuclear NewsEstonia starts planning process for SMR plant  World Nuclear News

Digital and green spillovers across firm-level production networks in Estonia - OECDDigital and green spillovers across firm-level production networks in Estonia  OECD

No amendments to Estonian Criminal Code; Interior Minister changes position - Baltic News NetworkNo amendments to Estonian Criminal Code; Interior Minister changes position  Baltic News Network

Green Assist and Forestry Europe: exploring voluntary nature credits in Estonian private forests - cinea.ec.europa.euGreen Assist and Forestry Europe: exploring voluntary nature credits in Estonian private forests  cinea.ec.europa.eu

Estonia mulls preemptive strikes against Russia - GIS ReportsEstonia mulls preemptive strikes against Russia  GIS Reports

Estonia National Day - U.S. Department of State (.gov)Estonia National Day  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Estonia launches new program to boost regional development in Moldova's Gagauzia region - ERREstonia launches new program to boost regional development in Moldova's Gagauzia region  ERR

Estonia's blue tits on the move earlier than usual this fall - ERREstonia's blue tits on the move earlier than usual this fall  ERR

Inforegio - Estonia takes over the Presidency of the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region 2025-2026 - European CommissionInforegio - Estonia takes over the Presidency of the EU Strategy for the Baltic Sea Region 2025-2026  European Commission

Aecon and Fermi Energia Sign Teaming Agreement to Advance Small Modular Reactor Deployment in Estonia - Aecon Group Inc.Aecon and Fermi Energia Sign Teaming Agreement to Advance Small Modular Reactor Deployment in Estonia  Aecon Group Inc.

Serbia soar over Estonia with ease - fiba.basketballSerbia soar over Estonia with ease  fiba.basketball

Estonia eyes stronger cybersecurity ties with India, drawing from hard-earned experience - The South FirstEstonia eyes stronger cybersecurity ties with India, drawing from hard-earned experience  The South First

40-kilometer anti-tank ditch to be built on Estonia's southeastern border - ERR40-kilometer anti-tank ditch to be built on Estonia's southeastern border  ERR

Rare black stork which spent breeding season in Estonia killed in Germany - ERRRare black stork which spent breeding season in Estonia killed in Germany  ERR

Kuldar Leis: Estonia will not rush into universally slashing speed limits - ERRKuldar Leis: Estonia will not rush into universally slashing speed limits  ERR

Estonia eschews phone bans in schools and takes leap into AI - The GuardianEstonia eschews phone bans in schools and takes leap into AI  The Guardian

The Estonian Biobank’s journey from biobanking to personalized medicine - NatureThe Estonian Biobank’s journey from biobanking to personalized medicine  Nature

Estonia Pledges 0.25% of GDP in Defense Aid to Ukraine for 2026 - UNITED24 MediaEstonia Pledges 0.25% of GDP in Defense Aid to Ukraine for 2026  UNITED24 Media

Estonia reaffirms its commitment to reparative justice with continued support to the ICC Trust Fund for Victims - | International Criminal CourtEstonia reaffirms its commitment to reparative justice with continued support to the ICC Trust Fund for Victims  | International Criminal Court

News: NATO Deputy Secretary General visits Estonia, 16-May.-2025 - NATO - HomepageNews: NATO Deputy Secretary General visits Estonia, 16-May.-2025  NATO - Homepage

Expert: Low consumer confidence not down to polling methodology - ERRExpert: Low consumer confidence not down to polling methodology  ERR

Estonia: health system summary 2024 (updated) - European Observatory on Health Systems and PoliciesEstonia: health system summary 2024 (updated)  European Observatory on Health Systems and Policies

Money laundering and terrorist financing: MONEYVAL publishes progress reports on Estonia and Slovakia - The Council of EuropeMoney laundering and terrorist financing: MONEYVAL publishes progress reports on Estonia and Slovakia  The Council of Europe

The Russia-Estonia Standoff: Tensions Escalate in the Baltic Sea - Modern DiplomacyThe Russia-Estonia Standoff: Tensions Escalate in the Baltic Sea  Modern Diplomacy

Using digital solutions to protect people from user charges for health care: lessons from Estonia - World Health Organization (WHO)Using digital solutions to protect people from user charges for health care: lessons from Estonia  World Health Organization (WHO)

Defense Forces propose temporary no-fly zone over eastern Estonia - ERRDefense Forces propose temporary no-fly zone over eastern Estonia  ERR

Estonia: Investigation into WOW Experience Centre leads to eight indictments for €1.6 million subsidy fraud - European Public Prosecutor’s OfficeEstonia: Investigation into WOW Experience Centre leads to eight indictments for €1.6 million subsidy fraud  European Public Prosecutor’s Office

Estonia makes progress in implementing targeted financial sanctions related to terrorism and terrorist financing - The Council of EuropeEstonia makes progress in implementing targeted financial sanctions related to terrorism and terrorist financing  The Council of Europe

Fortress Estonia: 40 km of Anti-Tank Ditches and 600 Bunkers to Defend NATO’s Eastern Flank by 2027 - UNITED24 MediaFortress Estonia: 40 km of Anti-Tank Ditches and 600 Bunkers to Defend NATO’s Eastern Flank by 2027  UNITED24 Media

Estonia and OpenAI to bring ChatGPT to schools nationwide - OpenAIEstonia and OpenAI to bring ChatGPT to schools nationwide  OpenAI

Teachers would be satisfied with 10 percent pay rise next year - ERRTeachers would be satisfied with 10 percent pay rise next year  ERR

ERC President visits Lithuania and Estonia|ERC - ERCERC President visits Lithuania and Estonia|ERC  ERC

Refugees from Ukraine in Estonia Show Progress in Integration Amid Socio-Economic Challenges - UNHCR - The UN Refugee AgencyRefugees from Ukraine in Estonia Show Progress in Integration Amid Socio-Economic Challenges  UNHCR - The UN Refugee Agency

Estonia to provide over €100 million in military aid to Ukraine - ??????Estonia to provide over €100 million in military aid to Ukraine  ??????

Southern Estonia bracing for half its usual potato harvest - ERRSouthern Estonia bracing for half its usual potato harvest  ERR

A toolbox for designing sustainable and high-quality living environment in Estonia - Stockholm Environment InstituteA toolbox for designing sustainable and high-quality living environment in Estonia  Stockholm Environment Institute

Estonian Paralympic Committee holds unique Paralympic exhibition at Tallinn Airport - Paralympic.orgEstonian Paralympic Committee holds unique Paralympic exhibition at Tallinn Airport  Paralympic.org

Save the date: European Innovation Council (EIC) Info Day in Estonia - European Innovation CouncilSave the date: European Innovation Council (EIC) Info Day in Estonia  European Innovation Council

Anti-money laundering: Estonia makes progress with targeted financial sanctions on terrorism and terrorist financing - The Council of EuropeAnti-money laundering: Estonia makes progress with targeted financial sanctions on terrorism and terrorist financing  The Council of Europe

Improving Uzbekistan’s Qualification Systems: Lessons from Estonia - UNESCOImproving Uzbekistan’s Qualification Systems: Lessons from Estonia  UNESCO

Scotland and Estonia through to semi-finals of World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship 2025 - Olympics.comScotland and Estonia through to semi-finals of World Mixed Doubles Curling Championship 2025  Olympics.com

SFA students explore businesses, historical sites in Estonia and Finland - Stephen F. Austin State UniversitySFA students explore businesses, historical sites in Estonia and Finland  Stephen F. Austin State University

Russia releases Greek-owned oil tanker after brief detention near Estonia - Euronews.comRussia releases Greek-owned oil tanker after brief detention near Estonia  Euronews.com

Estonia moves to develop new cross-government, AI-powered data management asset - DefenseScoopEstonia moves to develop new cross-government, AI-powered data management asset  DefenseScoop

Estonia Chairs the Closing Session of the OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation - Organization for Security and Co-operation in EuropeEstonia Chairs the Closing Session of the OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation  Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe

Russia detains Greek oil tanker after it departs Estonian port - Al JazeeraRussia detains Greek oil tanker after it departs Estonian port  Al Jazeera

My Favorite Cabin in the Woods: Estonia's ÖÖD Mirror House - Condé Nast TravelerMy Favorite Cabin in the Woods: Estonia's ÖÖD Mirror House  Condé Nast Traveler

The EU-LAC Digital Alliance meets in Estonia to gear up eGovernance - EEASThe EU-LAC Digital Alliance meets in Estonia to gear up eGovernance  EEAS

Nearly 9,700 candidates to run in Estonia's October local elections - ERRNearly 9,700 candidates to run in Estonia's October local elections  ERR

Estonia launches new project to support vocational education reform in Zhytomyr - ERREstonia launches new project to support vocational education reform in Zhytomyr  ERR

Significant tax changes in Estonia in 2025–2026 - EYSignificant tax changes in Estonia in 2025–2026  EY

Estonia’s “summer capital” is the coolest European beach escape you’ve never heard of - MonocleEstonia’s “summer capital” is the coolest European beach escape you’ve never heard of  Monocle

Estonia is digging a 40 km trench to stop Russian tanks — and 600 bunkers are next - Euromaidan PressEstonia is digging a 40 km trench to stop Russian tanks — and 600 bunkers are next  Euromaidan Press