Estonia
Estonia has emerged as a leader in several tech sectors. In Advanced & Cloud Computing, its X-Road platform enables secure, seamless digital services and sets a global standard. Estonia’s AI & Machine Learning initiatives include public service chatbots and automated legal systems driven by its national AI strategy. In Clean Energy, investments in smart grid technology and renewables bolster sustainable power management.
Estonia’s Fintech prowess is exemplified by Wise, showcasing its impact on global digital finance. Through partnerships with NATO and EU allies, Estonia advances Western tech leadership and counters the influence of authoritarian regimes.
Country Commissioner
Kersti Kaljulaid served as the President of the Republic of Estonia from 2016-2021. During her time in office, she made her presence felt in both her homeland and the international arena. Over the years, President Kaljulaid has robustly defended the principles underlying our society: democracy, human rights, equal treatment and freedom of speech. One of the principles of her own time in office has been the one she set out upon her inauguration: “I am never silent when our security is in question, when our freedoms are at stake or when those weaker than us are treated unjustly.”
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