Inflation in the Baltics is falling, GDP is growing, but at the same time, the state budget deficit is also increasing — needs greatly exceed capabilities. In tense geopolitical conditions, all three Baltic countries are forced to spend more on security. Rus.Delfi.Lv has reviewed tax changes in the Baltics. In mid-July, Prime Minister Kaja Kallas resigned for the post of EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. The Estonian government was headed by Climate Minister Kristen Michal. On July 22, representatives of the three parties signed an updated coalition agreement, in which they announced the introduction of a temporary security tax. The money will be used to increase Estonia's defense capability: modernizing the army, purchasing ammunition, and training military personnel.
