AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoIndependence Celebrations: Estonia marked the 35th anniversary of the restoration of independence with flag-raising on Toompea, speeches from President Alar Karis and Riigikogu leaders, and public events across Tallinn and Tartu, including programs at the TV Tower and Vabamu Museum. Music & Culture: A free Toompea concert, “Mineviku hääl. Tuleviku kõla,” brought major Estonian acts (NOËP, Puuluup, Duo Ruut, Eik, Sadu, Sander Mölder) to the Governor’s Garden, while Tartu’s anniversary featured music, dance, and bell ringing. Film Production in Estonia: International sci-fi drama “Soma” is filming in Tallinn and Käsmu, starring Mark O’Brien and Anneke Sluiters, with the story centered on a scientist couple trying to help their son’s rare language disorder. Local Arts Spotlight: ERR highlighted Independence Day programming, and Tallinn’s Italy Unexpected delivered an “Italian night” gallery moment. AI & Books: UK and Irish secondhand booksellers report strange bulk orders they suspect are being used to train AI systems, including an Estonian-language title showing up in one unusual purchase. Education & Talent: University of Tartu says international student numbers have dipped since 2021, though applications are starting to rise again.
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