Margus Tsahkna

Estonian lawyer and politician

Margus Tsahkna - Estonian lawyer and politician
Born

April 13th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Estonia

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Born in 1977, a lawyer and politician. Served as the Minister of Population of Estonia from 2015 to 2016. Actively participated in local and national politics, contributing to various legal reforms and policy developments. Worked with political parties to advance issues related to citizenship and integration.

Served as Minister of Population

Contributed to legal reforms

Advocated for citizenship policies

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