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Estonia United States Department of State

Estonia is a safe and dynamic country in which to invest, with a business climate very similar to the United States. As a member of the EU, the Government of Estonia (GOE) maintains liberal policies in order to attract investments and export-oriented companies. Creating favorable conditions for FDI and openness to foreign trade has been the foundation of Estonia's economic strategy. Estonia is among the leading countries in Eastern and Central Europe regarding foreign direct investment per capita. At the end of 2014, Estonia had attracted in total USD 19.2 billion of investment, of which 27% was made into the financial sector, 16% into real estate, 15% into wholesale and retail trade, and 9% into professional, scientific and technical activities. The overall freedom to conduct business in Estonia is well protected under a transparent regulatory environment.