30 prominent people want Indrek Laul to be Estonia's president. Indrek Laul is the head of Estonia Piano Factory. He is 58 years old.
People wrote a letter stating that Estonia needs a good president. The president should help maintain Estonia's security and unity. They should also unite different people. They believe Indrek Laul will do this well.
Many well-known people signed the letter. For example, Priit Alamäe, Ain Anger, and others. They say Indrek Laul is wise and balanced. He is dedicated to Estonia's development.
People believe Indrek Laul can be a good president. He can unite people and represent Estonia internationally. They hope political parties will seriously consider his name.
This is not the first time Indrek Laul's name has been mentioned for president. It was also discussed in 2021. But he did not become president then.
Others are proposing different candidates. For example, Ülle Madis and Riho Ühtegi. However, Ülle Madis said she does not want to run for president.
The president will be elected in 2026. The Riigikogu will elect the president on September 2. If the Riigikogu does not elect, the electoral college will.
Key dates: - August 21–24: submission of candidates; - September 2: first round of voting; - September 3: second and third rounds of voting if needed.