Jüri Luik is a former Minister of Defence and Minister of Foreign Affairs. He has also served as Estonia's ambassador to NATO from 2021-2026. He has also worked as ambassador to the United States and Russia.
Luik says he decided to run for parliament again. He says: "Right now there is war nearby. We need people with foreign policy experience." He believes every party should field a strong foreign and defence policy team.
He talks about how Europe's future is complicated. We need to be prepared for all situations.
Isamaa chairman Urmas Reinsalu says Luik's return to politics is a big win. Reinsalu says: "Luik has always participated in important decisions for Estonia."
Reinsalu adds that Luik's experience and connections in Brussels and Washington are very valuable today. He is happy that Luik is participating in the elections.
Luik has been a member of Isamaa party since 1992.