
Is Mart Laar A-List?
No — Mart Laar is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
Named Prime Minister
Becomes Prime Minister of Estonia, initiating rapid economic reforms.
Economic Reforms Implemented
Implements free-market reforms including privatization and a flat tax, transforming the Estonian economy.
Returns as Prime Minister
Serves a second term as Prime Minister, continuing economic development policies.
Resigns Premiership
Resigns from his second term as Prime Minister, remaining active in politics.
Defense Minister Appointment
Appointed as the Minister of Defense, playing a role in national security.
Stroke and Recovery
Suffers a stroke, impacting his later career involvement.
Historian & Policy Advisor
Continues to work as a historian and advisor, influencing Estonian policy from behind the scenes.
Last updated: February 24, 2026