On NATO’s Frontline: The View from Estonia
Thursday, October 19th, 2023
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, October 19, 2023 | 1:00PM - 2:00PM | Boardroom and Library, This event took place in-person in the Boardroom at the Observatory, Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy, 315 Bloor St. W., Toronto ON. |
Description
Estonia is a small frontline NATO and EU member which is playing an oversized role in the Western response to Russia’s war against Ukraine. Estonia has provided more aid per capita to Ukraine than any other country, devoting 1.3% of its entire GDP to help resist aggression. Estonia has been working to bolster European security and maintain Transatlantic unity. Minister Tshakna will give a short overview of what has been done so far and what needs to be done in the future, including holding Russia accountable for its war crimes.
Speaker bio:
Margus Tsahkna is Minister of Foreign Affairs of Estonia and has previously also served as Minister of Defence and Minister of Social Welfare. He has been the Secretary-General of the Pro Patria Union, but is now a member of the leadership of the new liberal party Estonia 200. He was born in Tartu in 1977, studied law at the University of Tartu, and enjoys singing.
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