TALLINN — In a bizarre mix-up, Estonia’s Prime Minister accidentally signed a major international climate treaty while ordering a latte at a new café.
The café, located in the heart of Old Town, has become a hotspot for political discussions and, apparently, international agreements. The PM, engrossed in a conversation about the merits of oat milk, was handed a clipboard by the barista, who had run out of paper for customer feedback.
”I just thought I was signing up for a coffee loyalty card,” the PM explained. “Then they insisted I wasn’t allowed to use plastic cups anymore. What was I supposed to do, say no?"
"We were hoping for more pastries, not world-changing decisions,” said an unnamed barista.
The treaty, which aims to reduce carbon emissions in Estonia by 50% by 2030, has left many Estonians bewildered. “I just wanted to enjoy my buttered rye bread in peace. Now I have to worry about climate change while sitting in the sauna!” complained local resident Mart, who is still trying to find the coffee shop.
In an unexpected twist, the café has since capitalized on the incident by launching a new ‘Green Latte’ series, promising eco-friendly ingredients. The first 100 customers who show a signed treaty get a free coffee for life.
At press time, the PM was still checking for signatures on her pastries.