National Human Development Report Estonia: 2006

The Estonian Human Development Report 2006 consists of four chapters. The first chapter is devoted to the Human Development Index and its components – education, health and economic development. The second chapter examines the current state and development trends of Estonian public opinion. In the third chapter, the report looks at Estonia’s position in the context of various development indicators, focusing on economic development and the adoption of information and communication technology. The fourth and final chapter deals with Estonia against the background of the European Union, pointing out both our strengths and weaknesses. The report is intended for a wide readership comprising everyone who is interested in Estonia’s current situation and the dynamics of our society. The publishers and authors of the report are grateful for any observations submitted by readers and also suggestions regarding potential future reports.