15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

In the Riigikogu information session, the government's foreign policy was discussed, initiated by a question from Riigikogu member Lauri Laats (Center Party) to Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. Laats highlighted the statement by Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna that war in Ukraine "will most likely come" to Estonia, which has sown panic …

The second item on the agenda addressed the creation of a defense industry park and its speed and transparency. The discussion centered on how the state can expedite the planning process while simultaneously ensuring the protection of environmental and local interests. To accelerate the detailed plan for the defense industry …

Today, the third item on the agenda was the issue of national security. Mart Helme raised the question regarding the draft law amending the law on churches and congregations, presenting strong arguments that processing or adopting the draft could endanger Estonia’s security. He cited examples and concerns, referring to political …

Today's fourth question in the Riigikogu was directed at the Minister of Finance, Jürgen Ligi, concerning the reduction of value-added tax (VAT) on foodstuffs. The question was posed by Vladimir Arhipov, who emphasized that high inflation and rising food prices have caused significant difficulties for low-income people. Arhipov asked why …

The fifth question primarily addressed energy-related topics, focusing on the formation of electricity prices, network fees, the role of imports, and government support possibilities for offshore wind farms and connections. Aivar Kokk raised concerns about the differences in electricity prices between Estonia and other countries – particularly in comparison to …

The sixth question addressed the topic of Western values and the connection between democratic principles and the limits of free speech. Member of the Riigikogu, Anti Poolamets, posed the question to Prime Minister Kristen Michal, and the discussion raised several broader themes: the importance of free speech, the issue of …

The seventh question focused on the transparency of government decisions regarding energy policy, specifically concerning state aid for offshore wind farms amounting to 2.6 billion euros. The questioner, Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart, pointed out that decisions seemed to originate in the coalition council rather than in the government or in public discussion, …

Eight questions in the Riigikogu focused on Estonian energy prices and the future energy structure, considering renewable energy ambitions and the need to maintain controlled energy flow. Mart Maastik presented numerical examples of the existence and potential of renewable energy and primarily asked why offshore wind farms should be considered …

The first part of the discussion focused on the question of shared values between Europe and the USA, and the connections between Estonia's foreign policy course and the new US administration. Member of the Riigikogu, Varro Vooglaid, posed a question to Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, asking how Estonia intends to …