Estonia’s prime minister resigns – gets top job in the EU – Latest news – news

15 July 2024 at 10:15 Estonia’s prime minister resigns – gets top job in the EU Kaja Kallas, the prime minister of Estonia, resigns in favor of a job in the EU. This is reported by NTB and Reuters, who quote the broadcaster ERR. She submitted her resignation to President Alar Karis on Monday morning. Kallas is stepping down after being nominated as the EU’s representative for foreign affairs and security policy. Kallas has been prime minister since 2023, leading three governments in a row. She will also step down as chairman of the Reform Party during the summer. According to ERR, Kristen Michal has been nominated as the new Prime Minister candidate. Kallas will remain in the role until a new government takes office. It will probably happen at the beginning of August.



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