Estonia's Strategic Future
Abstract
Estonia has demonstrated a keen interest in contributing to and leading in the European Union (EU), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and United Nations (UN) security and economic advancements since gaining membership in 2004. Given the current events unfolding in Ukraine and Crimea, as well as the continued aggression of Russia in the Baltic region Estonia's security is a priority for NATO. It is without question the United States (US) will continue to maintain strong ties to the EU and NATO while fostering other regional, bi-lateral and global security and economic prosperity. The US relationship with the former republics on Russia's periphery given the continuing unrest in Ukraine will be key to enhancing future US and European security arrangements. However, competing priorities in providing economic and military assistance are driving the need for the US to re-evaluate the need to be the world's police. As part of re-prioritizing, Estonia's strong and consistent regional influence in the Baltic States, its contributions and leadership within NATO, and its unique geographic location on the peripheries of both Eastern and Western Europe all serve as important reasons for Estonia to invest in their strategic future.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 2015
- Accession Number
- ADA626024
Entities
People
- Elisabeth K. White
Organizations
- Air Command and Staff College