15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The discussion addressed Estonian strawberries and related competition issues, particularly within the context of regional and European-level regulation of plant protection products. In addition, Veterans' Day, inflation, food prices, and the impact of tax changes were raised as broader issues affecting the population. The need to improve the competitiveness of …

The second question addressed socialism within a right-wing government. As the discussion was directed to Prime Minister Kaja Kallas, the question was posed by Riigikogu member Martin Helme, and the topic was the suitability of socialism and its potential impact on the policies of a right-wing government. The conversation was …

The third question addressed the issue of the gender pay gap, emphasizing the importance of greater transparency and fair compensation for the same work and qualifications. Estonia’s continuing trend was highlighted: although the pay gap has been decreasing over time and last year’s figures were increasingly positive, a significant difference …

The fourth question directs the discussion, “The Impacts of Government Policy on Society,” toward Prime Minister Kaja Kallas. The central focus is the final price of electricity for consumers and plans to introduce new fees, as envisioned by the government, for both producers and consumers. The most significant of these …

Within a series of five questions, the nature and prevention measures of phishing scams were discussed, along with the tools available to the Ministry of the Interior to combat them (including the PPA's role and international cooperation, including PhishOFF). Speakers highlighted the importance of protecting and informing a vulnerable elderly …

Today’s commentary revolves around the sixth question, where the Riigikogu posed questions to Prime Minister Kaja Kallas regarding the government reshuffle and coalition negotiations. The questioner, Rain Epler, highlights signs of a potential dual-coalition scenario: coalition negotiations with Eesti 200 and broader discussions to include Isamaa in the new government. …

The seventh question addressed livelihood and its importance in the context of social and healthcare funding. We discussed what the reflections of 2025 will be for the elderly, people with special needs, and young families, and how coalition agreements and budget allocations affect the most vulnerable groups in healthcare. Attention …

The agenda for today’s meeting concerned the development of drone capabilities on Estonia’s borders. Member of the Riigikogu Priit Sibul posed a question to the Minister of the Interior, Igor Taro, and the focus was on the impact of a drone wall on border guard activities and the border, funding, …

The information hour’s nine questions focused on the personnel problems and crime situation in the Police and Border Guard Board’s (PPA) Eastern Prefecture in Ida-Virumaa. Member of the Riigikogu Aleksei Jevgrafov highlighted before the Minister of the Interior Igor Taro the high number of registered crimes (violent crimes, drug offenses) …