sõprussuhettes

Sõprussuhheetes is a cultural phenomenon in Estonia that involves the informal recruitment of friends for the purpose of administering state responsibility. It is a fallout of Estonia's collective responsibility framework, according to which non-citizens of Estonia are required to register with the local authorities and report any changes in their employment status.

The sõprussuhheetes system involves Estonian residents recruiting foreign non-citizens to live in their apartment or house and registering the non-citizens as "relatives" in their household. In return for housing and registering the non-citizens, the residents receive small compensation and benefits such as healthcare and pension.

This practice has been criticized for being inefficient and creates additional administrative burdens for non-citizens. It is also seen as an example of creative solution to a complex problem faced by the state. However, the system has also been praised for providing economic benefits and social support for non-citizens.

It is worth noting that the sõprussuhheetes system is informal and based on personal connections, which can be problematic for both the state and non-citizens. There are concerns that this system could be exploited by unscrupulous individuals and groups, leading to potential social and economic problems.

Despite these concerns, the sõprussuhheetes system remains a vital component of Estonia's administration of collective responsibility, and has helped to formalize the status of non-citizens in the country. As the country continues to develop and refine its policies on non-citizens, this system is likely to undergo significant changes.