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OECD's comprehensive 2010 review of labour market and social policies in Estonia. It finds that since Estonia regained its independence in 1991, its labour and social policies have been marked by a strong commitment to fiscal prudence, flexible markets, and work incentives. Labour market performance steadily improved during the mid-1990s and beyond, until the advent of the global economic crisis in 2008. Estonia was not well prepared for the slowdown and its economy has been hit especially hard. The downturn has required painful policy adjustments. Today, Estonia's public social spending remai

Analyzes election results and cabinet changes in Estonia during 2004. Tables, References.

Front Cover -- Front Flip -- Title Page -- Copyright -- About the Author -- Contents -- Map of Estonia -- Introduction -- Key Facts -- Chapter 1: Land and People -- Chapter 2: Values and Atiitudes -- Chapter 3: Festivals and Celebrations -- Chapter 4: Making Friends -- Chapter 5: Daily Life -- Chapter 6: Time Out -- Chapter 7: Traveling -- Chapter 8: Business Briefing -- Chapter 9: Communicating -- Further Reading -- Index -- Acknowledgments -- Back Flip -- Back Cover -- Climate -- A Brief History -- Estonia's Cities -- Government and Politics -- The Economy

A look at political events in Estonia in 2003 begins with a rundown on its fourth postindependence general elections, which saw the victory of the Res Publica party; the ensuing coalition action is briefly looked at, along with the changes in the cabinet. Estonia's EU accession referendum is summed up; 66.8% voted in favor, noting some regional differences. Res Publica's victory saw a number of institutional reforms pursued, eg, ban on corporate/legal persona financial contributions to political parties. 4 Tables. J. Zendejas

This study of the education system of Estonia is part of the handbook "The education systems of Europe" which presents an analytical description of the education systems of all European countries, following common guidelines. The study begins with the historical background of the Estonian educational system which is followed by the description of the organizational context of the current education system, including basic and legal principles, a structural overview, vocational education, tertiary education and general schools. The country study ends with an analysis of current problems and discussions, and opens perspectives for further development. A diagram illustrating the structural scheme of the Estonian educational system is part of this article. (DIPF/Orig./Kie.).