Siim Kallas was the Prime Minister of Estonia from 2002 to 2003. He also served as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of Finance. Additionally, he was Vice President of the European Commission.
His daughter Kaja Kallas wrote on social media that her father died during the night. Siim Kallas was an important Estonian politician. He helped Estonia join NATO and the European Union.
Siim Kallas graduated from the University of Tartu with a degree in finance. He worked at the Ministry of Finance. Later, he was a newspaper editor and trade union leader.
He was one of the founders of the Reform Party. While working at the European Commission, he helped create new regulations. He also led the development of transport in Europe.
After retiring from politics, he became the mayor of Viimsi. He also wrote books about economics and politics.
Siim Kallas was born in 1948 in Tallinn. His father was a musician. He graduated from school with excellent grades.
Siim Kallas was awarded state honors from Estonia. He was an important figure in Estonian history.