A Bank of Estonia economist, Kaspar Oja, asserts that Estonia’s increasing national debt is the result of sustained policy choices made by successive governments, rather than solely attributable to the current ruling coalition. Oja’s analysis indicates a long-term trend of financial decisions contributing to the debt accumulation. He suggests that all major political parties bear responsibility for the current fiscal situation. The economist did not specify which particular decisions were most impactful, but emphasized the broad, cross-party nature of the issue. This assessment challenges potential political blame-shifting regarding the country’s debt levels. The statement offers a wider perspective on Estonia’s economic trajectory and the factors influencing its financial health. Further details regarding Oja’s complete analysis were not immediately available.