International reputation

The more the world recognizes Estonia’s unique strengths, the more our reputation strengthens. We measure this perception annually through renowned international surveys like the Global Soft Power Index.

Estonia’s image abroad

The 2024 results reveal that while Estonia is not yet widely known globally, those who discover our story hold us in high regard. This highlights the potential of Estonia’s brand to inspire trust and admiration as we continue to share our values and achievements on the world stage.

Awareness of Estonia is low

While Estonia's story resonates strongly with those who know it, many remain unfamiliar with our unique strengths, and offering.

The number on the graph shows Estonia's position in 2024 across the soft power pillars among 193 countries globally. Source: Brand Source

Leading with trust, innovation and sustainability

Sustainable future, education & science, and governance are more strongly associated with Estonia, while culture and heritage are less so.

SOFT POWER INDEX RANK
  • #47Business & trade
    #47
  • #45International relations
    #45
  • #37Education & science
    #37
  • #78Culture & heritage
    #78
  • #40Governance
    #40
Source: Brand Finance

Those who know, think highly of Estonia

Estonia's global familiarity is increasing, and reputation remains strong.

Familiarity

Reputation

Brand strength & value

It’s important to keep track of our national brand’s health over time. 
This helps us understand how well we are doing, where we can get better, and what effect we have on the economy.

In 2024, Brand Estonia worked with Brand Finance to evaluate our brand’s strength and impact.

A nation's brand, much like any other brand, has considerable value. It represents how a country is perceived and is tied to its economic performance and the investments made in that brand. Over the past year, the value of Estonia's brand has risen by 10%, totaling 47 billion euros, maintaining its position from 2023, following €1 billion improvement year on year.

Brand strength & value
The number on the graph shows Estonia's position in 2024 across the soft power pillars among 193 countries globally.