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Back to homepageChairs of Foreign Affairs Committees condemn the rise in antisemitic and anti-Muslim violence
NordenBladet — “We, the Chairs of Foreign Affairs Committees of our respective national parliaments, condemn the surge in hate and violence plaguing our nations and the world since Hamas’ horrific attack against Israel on October 7. We are witnessing an alarming
Read More42nd Session of the Baltic Assembly focuses on economic impacts of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and on civil defence
NordenBladet — President of the Baltic Assembly (BA) Timo Suslov thinks that the year of the Estonian presidency of the BA has been marked by the continuation of building a resilient, secure, reliable and sustainable Baltic region. “This is especially
Read MoreThe deliberation of a Bill which had been declared to be a matter of confidence in the Government was adjourned in the Riigikogu
NordenBladet — The deliberation of the Bill on Amendments to the Social Welfare Act and Other Acts (295 SE), initiated by the Government, which had been declared to be a matter of confidence in the Government before the second reading,
Read MoreThe Riigikogu heard ministers’ replies to three interpellations
NordenBladet — The Minister of Justice replied that VAT was a general consumption tax for gaining state budget revenue. “The most important thing is to understand in what security environment we are living today and one important goal when raising
Read MoreThe European Union Affairs Committee supports lowering of voting age for the Riigikogu and European Parliament elections
NordenBladet — Member of the European Union Affairs Committee Kristo Enn Vaga underlined that the EU initiatives had a long-term impact, so it was reasonable that young people, whom the adopted decisions would influence, should also have a say in
Read MoreThe European Union Affairs Committee thinks adoption of digital euro is necessary, but after thorough preparations
NordenBladet — At its today’s sitting, the European Union Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) discussed Estonia’s positions on the proposals to adopt the digital euro and agreed with the Government that before the adoption of the digital
Read MoreHussar and Finnish leaders of state discussed the situation on the border with Russia
NordenBladet — Hussar said at the meetings that Estonia and Finland were very good neighbours, partners and allies who cooperate closely in many areas. Hussar underlined that it was necessary to continue active cooperation between the Governments and the Parliaments
Read MoreHussar goes on an official visit to Finland
NordenBladet — On Friday, Hussar will meet with Speaker of the Parliament of Finland Jussi Halla-aho, Chairs of parliamentary groups and committees as well as the leaders of the Finland-Estonia parliamentary friendship group. Hussar will also have meetings with President
Read MoreThe Foreign Affairs Committee calls on the Foreign Ministry not to close two consulates general in the USA
NordenBladet — Today, the Foreign Affairs Committee took the position that in order to ensure adequate diplomatic capacity in the US, it is necessary to continue the work of the consulates general in addition to the embassy in Washington. “The
Read MoreThe 42nd Session of the Baltic Assembly focuses Russia’s war of aggression and civil defence
NordenBladet — The session will begin on Thursday, 23 November, with a ceremony where the Baltic Assembly prizes will be presented. This year, the Baltic Assembly Prize in the Arts was awarded to Estonian artist Peeter Laurits for his outstanding and
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