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The Faroe Islands: THE Place where legends and reality merge

NordenBladet – Nestled in the North Atlantic Ocean, midway between Norway and Iceland, the Faroe Islands are a place where nature and culture have blended for centuries, creating a unique tapestry that defies easy description. Beyond the breathtaking landscapes and

Experience the extreme North! Travel & culture guide: WHAT to do in the Faroe Islands?

NordenBladet – The Faroe Islands offer a unique and rich cultural experience for tourists. The islands have a rich history and traditions that have been preserved over the centuries, offering visitors a glimpse into the past. One of the most

Faroe Islands: Streymoy and Kvívík offer a wealth of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and outdoor activities

NordenBladet – Streymoy, also known as Strømø, is the largest of the Faroe Islands and is home to the picturesque village of Kvívík (Kvivig). This island is a popular tourist destination, offering a wealth of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and

Picturesque travel destinations in Faroe Islands: Múlafossur Waterfall and the Island of Vágar

NordenBladet – Mulafossur Waterfall and the Island of Vagar are two popular tourist destinations located in the Faroe Islands. The Faroe Islands is an archipelago of 18 volcanic islands located in the North Atlantic Ocean, between Iceland and Norway. Múlafossur

Mykines Island: A must-visit destination in the Faroe Islands

NordenBladet – Mykines Island is a remote and ruggedly beautiful island located in the Faroe Islands, an archipelago located in the North Atlantic Ocean. The island is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, rich wildlife, and breathtaking natural beauty. Despite its

Tórshavn: A fascinating capital of the Faroe Islands

NordenBladet – Torshavn*, located in the Faroe Islands, is a small yet charming capital city that boasts a rich history, friendly people, and a unique architectural style. This city is the oldest and the smallest capital in the world and

Faroe Islands: Electricity prices are “expensive but fair”

NordenBladet – It is not cheap to provide a reliable electricity supply to all the islands, says professor. The Faroes have the highest electricity prices in Europe, claimed Johan Dahl, MP for Sambandsflokkurin, during a recent Parliamentary debate on public

Faroe Islands: Faroes retain their credit rating

NordenBladet – The Faroe Islands are deemed to have a very strong capacity to meet its financial commitments. American credit rating firm Moody’s announced that the Faroes retain their current Aa2 rating. Defined as having “a very strong capacity to

Faroe Islands travel guidelines

NordenBladet – The Faroese Government is constantly monitoring developments and will revise travel measures if and when necessary. It is, therefore, of utmost importance that all travellers to the Faroe Islands stay updated about travel guidelines. The latest information regarding

Faroe Islands: Today marks the 25th anniversary of a horrific plane crash in the mountains west of Sørvágur

NordenBladet – A solemn day of remembrance in Vágar. Today marks the 25th anniversary of a horrific plane crash in the mountains west of Sørvágur. The 3rd of August 1996 is a day that lives vividly in the minds of

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European Union Affairs Committee: Transporting animals during cold weather must not be prohibited
April 16, 2024
NordenBladet — It was pointed out at the sitting of the Committee that amending the regulation would mainly have an impact on our farmers who …
The Riigikogu discussed issues relating to the situation in traffic
April 16, 2024
NordenBladet — Minister of Climate Kristen Michal replied to the interpellation concerning the situation in traffic in Estonia (No. 593), submitted by Members of the …
Chairs of Baltic Foreign Affairs Committees condemn Iran’s attacks against Israel
April 15, 2024
NordenBladet — The Chairs of Foreign Affairs Committees say in their statement that yesterday morning Iran, along with its proxies operating from Yemen, Syria, and …
The Estonia-Israel Parliamentary Friendship Group condemns Iran’s aggression act against Israel
April 15, 2024
NordenBladet — On Sunday morning, Iran, together with its assistants operating from Yemen, Syria and Iraq, attacked the territory of the State of Israel with …
Issues relating to support to families with many children were discussed in the Riigikogu
April 9, 2024
NordenBladet — Minister of Social Protection Signe Riisalo replied to the interpellation concerning the need to support families with many children (No. 339), submitted by …
Members of Estonian and Finnish Foreign Affairs Committees discussed impacts of Russia’s war of aggression
April 9, 2024
NordenBladet — In the opinion of Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee Marko Mihkelson, the allies have not done enough to support Ukraine in its …
Estonian and US soldiers trained offensive and defensive operations during a joint live-fire exercise
April 8, 2024
NordenBladet —The conscripts of the 2nd Infantry Brigade of the Estonian Division and the allied units from United States Army took part in joint live fire …
Chairs of Foreign Affairs Committees sent a joint statement to the Parliament of Georgia
April 6, 2024
NordenBladet — The Chairs of the Foreign Affairs Committees point out in the joint statement that although the parliamentary majority leader of the ruling Georgian …
European Union Affairs Committee: Smuggling of migrants across the EU borders must be prevented
April 5, 2024
NordenBladet — Chair of the European Union Affairs Committee Liisa Pakosta pointed out that migrant smuggling had become a weapon, which was also used by …
The Bill allowing additional pay to teachers passed the first reading
April 4, 2024
NordenBladet — An Act was passed The Act on the Ratification of the Convention between the Government of the Republic of Estonia and the Government …
Lauri Hussar was elected as the President of the Riigikogu, and Toomas Kivimägi and Jüri Ratas were elected as the Vice-Presidents
April 4, 2024
NordenBladet — 97 members of the Riigikogu took part in the secret ballot. 64 members of the Riigikogu voted in favour of Lauri Hussar, 28 …
A Bill amending the Food Act passed the first reading in the Riigikogu
April 3, 2024
NordenBladet — The Bill will repeal the provision delegating authority regarding the procedure for regulating state supervision of contaminants in food of animal origin because …
President of the Riigikogu at the meeting with Prime Minister of Ukraine: We are together in this fight
April 3, 2024
NordenBladet — “Estonia is and will be a supporter of Ukraine. We will do our best to support Ukraine because we are together in this …
Mihkelson from the Ukrainian front: They are also fighting for us
April 1, 2024
NordenBladet — Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee Marko Mihkelson said that for the last three days, they had been in the Ukrainian frontline zone. …
Hussar opened Estonia’s first honorary consulate in Ukraine
March 27, 2024
NordenBladet — Hussar pointed out that opening a honorary consulate showed that Estonia wished to strengthen and deepen the relations between the two countries. “At …
Hussar in Kyiv: Ukraine’s future is in the EU and NATO
March 27, 2024
NordenBladet — Hussar stated that Ukraine was defending the democratic values of the whole of Europe and the West. At the meetings with President of …
Hussar: Russia must be answer for crimes and destruction in Ukraine
March 25, 2024
NordenBladet — Hussar said at the meetings with Marshal of the Sejm Szymon Hołownia and Marshal of the Senate Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska that Estonia considered Poland …
Members of the European Union Affairs Committee are meeting their colleagues in Brussels with a message on the importance of continued support for Ukraine
March 25, 2024
NordenBladet — “Ukraine must be supported with weapons, funds, and humanitarian aid, as well as with help in joining the European Union,” Chairman of the …
National parliaments focus on parliamentary diplomacy in achieving peace and understanding
March 23, 2024
NordenBladet — “There are many military conflicts around the world and tensions are rising in several places. Through communication between representatives of countries, it may …
NATO PA Standing Committee meets at the Riigikogu
March 23, 2024
NordenBladet — Head of the Estonian Delegation to the NATO PA Raimond Kaljulaid said that the direct dialogue between the representatives of the parliaments of the …
The deliberation of the only item on the agenda was cancelled
March 21, 2024
NordenBladet — The first reading of a draft Resolution was cancelled due to the absence of the presenter. It was the Draft Resolution of the …
Sitting Review 18 March 2024
March 20, 2024
NordenBladet — Minister of Justice Kalle Laanet replied to the interpellation concerning the problems relating to procedural restrictions (No. 320), submitted by Members of the …
The Riigikogu received an overview of the implementation of the long-term national development strategy in health
March 20, 2024
NordenBladet — Sikkut noted that, although Estonian people were living longer and healthier lives than ever before, Estonia’s health indicators were still far from Western …
Estonian Defense Forces instructors are heading to the UK to train Ukrainian Armed Forces
March 16, 2024
NordenBladet —As part of the Interflex training mission, Estonian Defense Forces will send up to 30 instructors to the United Kingdom to contribute to the …
Two Bills passed the first reading
March 14, 2024
NordenBladet — The Bill on Amendments to the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act (392 SE), initiated by the National Defence Committee, passed the …
Chairmen of Foreign Affairs Committees made a joint statement on Russia’s presidential elections
March 14, 2024
NordenBladet — The Chairmen of Foreign Affairs Committees state that nearly a decade has elapsed since the unlawful seizure of Crimea and Sevastopol by Russia, …
Estonian reservists honed their skills in Latvia
March 13, 2024
NordenBladet —Estonian Defence Force reservists and active-duty personnel participated in the nearly week-long Crystal Arrow 24 exercise in Latvia. The Estonian contingent was composed of …
The Auditor General replied to an interpellation concerning the funding of cultural construction works
March 12, 2024
NordenBladet — Auditor General Janar Holm replied to the interpellation concerning the funding of cultural construction works of national importance (No. 600), submitted by Members …
The European Union Affairs Committee discusses the EU’s new defence industry strategy at a public sitting
March 11, 2024
NordenBladet — Chair of the European Union Affairs Committee Liisa Pakosta said that Estonia had had a critical role in nudging other Member States and …
Hussar congratulated Sweden on its NATO accession
March 8, 2024
NordenBladet — In his letter, Hussar expressed his conviction that Sweden’s accession would further strengthen the bonds of friendship and partnership between Estonia and Sweden, …