Kaja Kallas
Awards & Honours
6
Awards Won
5
Honours
3
Rankings
1
Records
Kaja Kallas's honors reflect her impact on European and global security. She was the first woman to lead Estonia's government, and her vocal support for Ukraine during the 2022 invasion earned her international respect. Her inclusion in the TIME 100 and Politico's influential lists underscores her standing as a key shaper of EU foreign policy. The state decorations from Estonia, Romania, and Ukraine are rare tributes to a leader who has consistently turned principles into action.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Order of the National Coat of Arms, First Class
Estonia's highest state decoration.
Order of the Cross of Terra Mariana, First Class
Awarded for contributions to the Estonian state.
Grand Cross of the Order of the Star of Romania
International honor for diplomatic ties.
Order of Prince Yaroslav the Wise, First Class
Awarded for support of Ukraine's sovereignty.
Honorary Doctorate
Recognizing her public service and European integration work.
Rankings & Lists
TIME 100
28 People Who Are Shaping, Driving, and Hitting the Headlines in Europe
The World's 100 Most Powerful Women
Records & Feats
First female Prime Minister of Estonia
Broke the gender barrier in Estonia's highest office.