The Minister of Defence Hanno Pevkur
The Minister of Defence is responsible for the organization of national defence in the Republic of Estonia. He heads the Ministry of Defence and is responsible on governing national defence and any issues that may pertain to it.
Permanent Secretary Kaimo Kuusk
He creates the basic environment and transparent process for the fulfillment of national defence strategic goals, organizational development and economic parameters, all through efficient and open communication. He gives directions and guidelines to the undersecretaries and the head of strategic communications as well as ministry advisors. He coordinates the activities of state agencies administered by the Ministry.
Undersecretary for Defence Policy Tuuli Duneton
The Undersecretary for Defence Policy coordinates the policy planning department, international co-operation department as well as NATO and the European Union department.
Undersecretary for Defence Capability Kadri Peeters
The Undersecretary for Defence Capability coordinates the work of the Defence Planning department, the Defence Readiness Department and the Defence Budget Department.
Undersecretary for Defence Industry and Innovation Siim Sukles
The Undersecretary for Defense Industry and Innovation coordinates the Defence Industry Development Department and the Innovation Department.
Undersecretary for Legal and Administrative Affairs Margit Gross
The Undersecretary for Legal and Administrative Affairs coordinates the Legal Department, the Information Management Department and Administration Department, the Human Resources Department and the Defence Willingness Department.
Last updated: 13.04.2026
