Opposition in Estonia: No country has yet taxed its way to prosperity

The opposition Isamaa party on Wednesday proposed an alternative version to the government's 2025 draft budget, which includes, among other things, a proposal to cut €300 million in public costs sooner than over three years. "You're saying …

NATO PA President concludes visit to Czechia, Estonia and Latvia with strong message of support to Ukraine

31 October 2024 The President of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, Gerald E. Connolly (United States), concluded a week-long visit to Czechia, Estonia and Latvia focused on support for Ukraine and NATO’s commitment to defending democracy.  In his address to …

Feature: With Estonia's mardipäev and kadripäev, is Halloween one too many?

Every October, you'll find at least one expat earnestly asking on Facebook whether Halloween is celebrated in Estonia: are there parties, and where can kids trick-or-treat? While some people provide helpful advice, others reply with variations of, …

Set up a company in Estonia: Europe’s Most Innovative Hub for Business Expansion

When you set up a company in Estonia, you gain access to an unmatched digital infrastructure, a transparent tax system, and the renowned e-Residency program. Estonia’s efficient, tech-forward environment makes it an ideal base for entering the European …

Survey: Ukrainian war refugees adapting well to life in Estonia

The results of a survey conducted among Ukrainian war refugees between May and July this year show that their economic and linguistic adaptation to life in Estonia is generally good, reports Estonian daily Postimees. According to the study, which was …

Reflecting Nature: ÖÖD’s Mirrored Cabins Transform Rural Estonia’s Tiny Homes Experience

Tiny homes and cabins nestled in the wilderness, such as the Golden House, offer a close connection to nature. However, in rural Estonia, many of these structures tend to be dimly lit, with windows that are too small to fully appreciate the surrounding …

Estonia's Belarusian community marks 'Night of Executed Poets' in Tallinn

Belarusians in Estonia held a poetry reading on Tuesday night to commemorate the 87th anniversary of the mass execution of poets, novelists, translators, and critics known as the "Night of the Executed Poets". Dozens of people gathered at …

EU to hike VAT on Airbnb, Uber after Estonia drops veto

The Baltic nation had repeatedly blocked an attempt to impose up to 25% value-added tax on online platforms offering short-term rentals and ridesharing. EU diplomats have agreed a reform to VAT rules that would mean tax hikes on short-term rental and taxi- …

Estonia explores military equipment procurement from Ukraine

Estonia mulling which defense equipment to buy from Ukraine

Minister of Defense Hanno Pevkur (Reform) has received initial feedback from the Defense Forces on what kind of military equipment could be procured from Ukraine. The goal is to acquire the capabilities outlined in the military advice provided by the …