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Kadri Simson joins Social Democratic Party

Kadri Simson Social Democratic Party Estonian parliamentary elections European Commission Riigikogu

Former European Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson has joined the Social Democratic Party in Estonia. She has announced her intention to run for the Riigikogu in the March 2027 parliamentary elections, representing the Tartu constituency.

Simson stated her return to Estonian politics aims to help the Social Democrats win the next elections and increase Estonia's influence within the European Union. She emphasized the need for Estonia to be more active in defending national interests and supporting Ukraine.

Lauri Läänemets, leader of the Social Democratic Party, noted that Simson brings unique expertise regarding the inner workings of the European Commission and EU decision-making processes. Simson previously served as Estonia's Minister of Economic Affairs and Infrastructure and held her European Commission role from 2019 to 2024.

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Estonia · Lauri Läänemets · Social Democratic Party

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Kadri Simson liitub sotsiaaldemokraatidega ja kandideerib riigikogu valimistel [www.ohtuleht.ee]
Kadri Simson liitub sotsiaaldemokraatidega ja kandideerib riigikogu valimistel [www.sotsid.ee]