Holiday Greetings by Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur

Dear friends and allies, in Estonia and abroad,

The holidays bring a moment to slow down, even if the world around us does not.,We live in a time when peace and security demand real effort from all of us.

Ukraine knows this painfully well. As they continue to fight for their freedom and the security of our entire region, our support remains steady. Together with our allies, we will keep creating the means to ensure Ukraine has what it needs on its path to victory.

Just as we stand together in supporting Ukraine, we also stand together at home. Estonia takes defence seriously. Next year, our defence spending will exceed 5 per cent of our GDP.

Allies protecting our soil, skies, and waters are a testament to NATO's dedication to the peace and safety of all allied nations. Thank you!

Dear friends,

let the holidays remind us of the things that are truly worth defending - our countries, our homes, our families, and our future.

I wish you peaceful holidays and a Happy New Year!