Why She Made the List
In her current role she helps shape the European Union’s foreign policy and security strategy, coordinating diplomatic engagement and defence cooperation among EU member states.
Kallas previously served as Prime Minister of Estonia from 2021 to 2024, gaining international recognition as one of Europe’s strongest voices in support of Ukraine following Russia’s invasion.
Summary Bio
Kaja Kallas is the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission.
Before entering national politics, she served as a Member of the European Parliament and worked as a lawyer specialising in competition law.