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Prime Minister of Estonia


 

The Prime Minister of Estonia (Estonian: Eesti Vabariigi Peaminister) is the head of government of the Republic of Estonia. The prime minister is chosen by the President and conferred by Parliament. This is usually the leader of the largest party or coalition in the Parliament. The current Prime Minister is Andrus Ansip, who took office on 12 April 2005, representing the coalition of Estonian Reform Party (Eesti Reformierakond), the Estonian Centre Party (Eesti Keskerakond), and the People's Union of Estonia (Eestimaa Rahvaliit).

Prime Ministers

1918 to 1920

1934 to 1937

1938 to 1940

1991 to Present

Footnotes

  • {{fnb|1}} Päts was imprisoned until 20 November 1918, from the time he was appointed to the post of Prime Minister till the time he was released, Jaan Poska assumed the duties of Prime Minister of his behalf.
  • {{fnb|2}} Though appointed, Birk never assumed the office.
  • {{fnb|3}} Was acting Prime Minister from July 29 to July 30 1920.
  • {{fnb|4}} Was acting Prime Minister from time of appointment till 9 May 1938.