Siim Kallas: Reform Party Is No Longer Mine, But Many of My People Are Still There

Former Prime Minister Siim Kallas has declared that the Reform Party, once his political home, is no longer his own. Despite acknowledging the party's consistent strength, Kallas suggested that a post-presidential election assessment is necessary to determine the viability of continuing with the current leadership.

Kallas's remarks come amid internal party discussions and external scrutiny. He was specifically questioned about the recent criticism leveled against the draft state budget by two former finance ministers, Aivar Sõerd and Mart Võrklaev. Their dissent within the party highlights potential rifts regarding fiscal policy.

While Kallas expressed that the Reform Party is "full of my people," his statement implies a growing distance from its current direction. The upcoming discussions will likely focus on whether the party's trajectory under its present leadership aligns with the principles and strategies that Kallas, and perhaps others within the party, still champion.