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2013 was a successful year for Estonian industry

Date 31.01.2014
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According to the preliminary data of Statistics Estonia, in 2013 the production of industrial enterprises grew 3% compared to the previous year. Both export sales and the sales on the domestic market increased.

Estonian Statistical System received a high rating from Peer Reviewers

Date 29.09.2015
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Eurostat published the report of the Peer Review of the Estonian statistical system. In the report, the Estonian Statistical System was concluded to be of high quality. However, the Peer Review team also identified areas where improvements should be made.

Excessive Deficit Procedure (EDP)

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Article 104 of The Treaty establishing the European Community comprises a commitment for the EU Member States to avoid excessive budgetary deficits. In particular, Member States shall comply with budgetary discipline by respecting two criteria defined in the Annex to the Treaty, the Protocol no 20 on the excessive deficit procedure. The reference values not to be exceeded are: 3% for the ratio of the public deficit to the GDP at market prices 60% for the ratio of the public debt to the GDP at market prices Article 104 also sets out a procedure, known as Excessive Deficit Procedure, to be

More than three-quarters of households have mobile internet connection

Date 19.09.2017
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According to Statistics Estonia, 88% of Estonian households had internet connection at home in 2017. The share of households using mobile internet connection has reached 82%, increasing by four percentage points in a year.

Statistics Estonia: Enumerators will start visiting people from 16 February

Date 18.10.2011
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The enumerators will visit people in the Population and Housing Census starting at the end of the year only during the period 16.02 – 31.03.2012 and present their employment certificate with a photo issued by Statistics Estonia. In case of any suspicion one can call for further information at the information telephone of Statistics Estonia +372 625 9100.

In January industrial production was smaller than a year ago

Date 05.03.2014
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According to Statistics Estonia, in January 2014, the production of industrial enterprises decreased by 1% compared to January of the previous year. The decline in production was caused by a decrease in electricity production; however, the production in manufacturing and mining increased slightly.

18. Viability of Cultural Space

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The focus of the goal “Viability of Cultural Space” is ensuring through culture the sustainability and viability of Estonia as a nation state. The values, principles, methods, behavioural patterns, ways of thinking and life associated with sustainable development represent social innovation, a fundamental change in social life, which can be successfully carried out through culture. The UN 2030 Agenda does not include goals or target levels directly associated with culture. Some principles related to culture are however highlighted. Ensuring the viability of the Estonian cultural space is one

In July, exports of goods increased

Date 09.09.2014
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According to Statistics Estonia, in July 2014, exports of goods increased by 6% and imports remained on the same level compared to July of the previous year. It was the biggest increase in exports in the last 14 months compared to same period of the previous year.