Raivo Vare

Raivo Vare (born 11 May 1958 in Tallinn) is an Estonian politician, entrepreneur, and transit and economic expert.

Early life and education
In 1980 Vare graduated from Tartu State University with a degree in law.

Career
From 1990 until 1992, Vare served as Minister of State (riigiminister). From 1993 until 1996, he was the head of AS Tallinna Pank. From 1996 until 1999, he was Minister of Roads and Communications.

Other activities

 * Trilateral Commission, Member of the European Group

Awards

 * 2002: Order of the National Coat of Arms, IV class.
 * 2006: Order of the National Coat of Arms, II class.