Scholz and Estonia's head of government at the Matthiae meal. Traditionally, important guests of honor are invited.
Kaja Kallas, who has ruled Estonia since 2021, is resolutely committed to European values. Her visit is intended to deepen Hamburg's relations with Estonia. Russia had previously put Kallas and other high-ranking politicians from the Baltic states on a wanted list at the beginning of the week. The Russian authorities accuse them of demolishing Soviet war memorials.