Ernst Jaakson is not only a historical figure. For Estonian diplomats, he stands as one of the towering personalities of our foreign service – a man with a moral compass many could envy.
His life story is something that could only emerge from the combination of a person deeply committed to higher values and one of the greatest cities in the free world.
For us as diplomats, there are several lessons we can draw from Mr. Jaakson’s life of service:
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