Arvo Niitenberg's interview 1/2 (1992)

Arvo Niitenberg gives an interview to TV channel CBC News where he talks about the job of the Minister of Energy in the newly established government of the Republic of Estonia in 1992. Niitenberg recalls first contacts with the officials in the field of economy in Estonia in 1989 and further collaboration that led him to accepting the position of Minister of Energy in June 1992. He continued as Minister of Energy also during the government led by Mart Laar. Niitenberg emphasizes that he is not a politician but rather a specialist, an expert. He also explains the reasons why he decided to contribute to the field of economy and energy. The interview is held in English.