Estonia is world's fastest-growing nation brand in 2021

Recording a 38% brand value growth from last year and outpacing modest increases across the ranking, Estonia is the world’s fastest-growing nation brand of 2021. The Baltic state had invested in digital infrastructure long before the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world. Anyone around the world can apply for e-residency in Estonia, which allows them to run an EU-based company online, and a staggering 99% of the country’s governmental services are offered online.   

The advanced digitisation of the country put it on the front foot during the pandemic. On the same day the government announced a state of emergency, the Estonian Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications launched an online hackathon to identify solutions to pandemic-induced problems, resulting in a chatbot to answer the public’s queries and the re-purposing of online platforms to match volunteers with those in need.

"Estonia is this year’s fastest-growing nation brand largely thanks to its world-class digital infrastructure. With some of the leading economies having their digital shortcomings highlighted during the pandemic, Estonia’s digital-first model should be one for others to follow," stated David Haigh, the Chairman and CEO of Brand Finance.

Nation branding aims to measure, build and manage the reputation of countries. Nation branding is crucial in order to attract investment, boost exports and attract tourists.

For more on nation branding, listen to the e-Estonia podcast: Country’s brand as an instrument of soft power?

https://e-estonia.com/e-estonia-podcast-communication-expert-daniel-vaa…