Politics · Tallinn, Estonia · October 12, 2026

Ülle Madise sworn in as Estonia's president

Reported by 1 outlet · first reported Oct 11, 8:00 PM ET

Ülle Madise, elected by the Riigikogu in September, took office as President of Estonia, succeeding Alar Karis. She called for rebuilding trust.

Why it matters

Estonia's head of state plays a symbolic role on NATO's eastern flank bordering Russia.

Background

Estonia's president is elected by parliament or an electoral college and has largely ceremonial powers. Madise previously served as the country's Chancellor of Justice.

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