Today, he is scheduled to testify before the U.S. Congress
Helsinki Commission, offering insights on security and deterrence
along NATO’s eastern flank. The hearing will be broadcast live at
10:30 p.m. Estonian time.
As a witness, Minister Tsahkna will provide an overview of
recent hybrid threats directed at Estonia and other NATO allies,
along with the measures being implemented to enhance
deterrence.
“Appearing before the Helsinki Commission offers a valuable
opportunity to engage with U.S. senators and members of Congress on
the evolving security challenges we face,” Tsahkna stated ahead of
his testimony.
During his visit to Washington, the foreign minister will also
hold discussions on Capitol Hill and take part in roundtable
dialogues at the German Marshall Fund, the America First Policy
Institute, and the Atlantic Council. The latter session, focused on
regional security, will begin at 8:30 p.m. Estonian time and will
be available online with prior registration.
On November 18, Minister Tsahkna and New York City Council
Member Keith Powers (District 4) will inaugurate a section of
street in Manhattan named “Ernst Jaakson Way,” honoring the
distinguished Estonian diplomat. More information about Ernst
Jaakson’s life and legacy is available on the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs website.
On November 19, the foreign minister will meet with Guy Bernard
Ryder, UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding
Affairs; Amandeep Gill, UN Under-Secretary-General and Envoy on
Technology; and several permanent representatives to the United
Nations. Minister Tsahkna will also meet with members of the
Estonian community in New York.