Visit of the Estonian Minister of Defence, Mr Kalle Laanet

Today, on 9th March the Baltic Defence College (BALTDEFCOL) had the honour to host Minister of Defence of Estonia Mr Kalle Laanet while the Minister was on his working visit to South-Estonia. He wasaccompanied by the Deputy Commander of Estonian Defence Forces Major General Indrek Sirel.

The Estonian delegation was welcomed by the Commandant, Brigadier General Ilmar Tamm, Chief of Staff, Colonel Jean Trudel, the Dean, Col (ret) Zdzislaw Sliwa, and the College Sergeant Major SGM Peeter Einbaum.It was theMinister’s first visit to the Baltic Defence College as he was appointed to this position from 26th January 2021.

During the meeting, the Minister was briefed about the College’s vision, mission and received an overview of the latest educational developments in the College and its future perspectives. Brigadier General Ilmar Tamm, Commandant of the BALTDEFCOL thanked Estonia for the invaluable host nation support provided. Visit ended with a tour of the premises.