Matti Maasikas, an Estonian diplomat, has been officially named deputy secretary general of the European External Action Service (EEAS). He had previously been fulfilling the role in an acting capacity. The EEAS is the European Union’s diplomatic service, responsible for conducting foreign policy. Maasikas’s formal appointment solidifies his position within the EU’s foreign policy apparatus. This appointment reflects Estonia’s continued involvement in key EU positions. Further details regarding the scope of his responsibilities were not immediately available. The move is expected to contribute to the ongoing work of the EEAS in navigating complex international relations.