Urmas Reinsalu

Estonian Minister of Defence

Urmas Reinsalu - Estonian Minister of Defence
Born

June 22nd, 1975
49 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Estonia

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Served as the 28th Minister of Defence of Estonia. Held multiple positions within the Estonian government, including Minister of Justice and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Engaged in various initiatives aimed at enhancing national security and defense capabilities. Actively participated in discussions concerning NATO and European security matters.

Served as Minister of Defence during critical periods

Contributed to Estonia's NATO policies

Oversaw defense reforms and military modernization

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