By Plenary Sessions: Ants Frosch
Total Sessions: 50
Fully Profiled: 50
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in conceptualizing large-scale systemic problems, employing concepts such as "cross-cutting crises" and "mental stagnation." The expertise focuses on diagnosing the societal condition and emphasizing the need for change. Detailed political or technical expertise is lacking; no data or statistics are utilized.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of medical ethics, referencing the Hippocratic Oath and the minister's medical practice to emphasize the profound relevance of ethical and moral issues. This knowledge is then utilized to frame the question of political responsibility.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The expertise is evident in a thorough knowledge of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and procedural rules, challenging the definition of obstruction and the shaping of the agenda. It also demonstrates detailed awareness of cases involving the clawback of state support measures (KredEx) and demands specific quantitative data from the Minister of Finance regarding the impact on income tax revenue.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of security technology and intelligence operations, highlighting a specific international example involving Romania and a hack carried out by Russian military intelligence. He is familiar with the requirements of the legislative process, focusing specifically on the deficiencies in the impact assessment concerning the replacement of Chinese-made cameras.
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of data security and financial innovation, utilizing terms such as "delegation," "super database," and "compartmentalization." They also possess knowledge regarding anti-money laundering (AML) efforts and the drawbacks of e-residency. This expertise is manifested in a deep concern over the threat posed by both external attacks and internal risks stemming from misunderstood service interest (or misplaced official duty).
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The analysis focuses on the administrative capacity of local governments and resource allocation issues within the context of waste management. The necessity for a comprehensive impact assessment is emphasized, one that demonstrates knowledge of policy implementation procedures. Specific terminology is utilized, such as "administrative capacity" and "waste commissioners."
2025-06-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the security and technology sector, highlighting specific Chinese manufacturers (Hikvision, Dahua) and detailing their utilization by Russian intelligence for real-time surveillance of targets. Technical terminology is employed, and examples of identified intelligence operations within the EU are cited (borders, ports, military exercises).
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the technical details of regional policy, using specific terms such as the "Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics." The focus is on the mechanisms for utilizing EU funds and the influence of statistical classifications on regional development.
2025-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise in structural reforms within the national defense sector, knowledge of the Public Service Act, and the selection processes for senior executives. They employ technical terminology (e.g., "Deputy Secretary General for Defense Capabilities") and accurately quote the criteria from the competition announcement regarding knowledge of NATO, the European Union, and international security policy.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of constitutional law and legislative procedure, acting both as a legal expert and a committee rapporteur, providing a detailed overview of the proceedings and the voting results. The speaker utilizes data and references from sociological studies (specifically, the percentage of applicants seeking citizenship) and the opinions provided by the Internal Security Service (Kaitsepolitseiamet) to substantiate the necessity of the amendments. Furthermore, they exhibit expertise in integration policy and demographic processes, noting the probability of a migration crisis occurring before 2050.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in legal constructs, explaining the principles of citizenship using terms such as *jus soli* and *jus sanguinis*. To support the arguments, the speaker utilizes historical references to the decisions of the Constitutional Assembly, as well as economic statistics (the proportion of Tallinn's GDP) to illustrate the nationwide impact of local government. Knowledge of planning issues (comprehensive and special plans) is emphasized separately.
2025-02-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary meeting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in electoral laws and democratic procedures, detailing both constitutional amendments and the shortcomings of the local elections law (electoral coalitions, the d'Hondt method). He/She is aware of international election observation, referring to the regularity of OSCE ODIHR missions in Estonia as an "alarm bell." Furthermore, he/she demonstrates knowledge of ethical issues and conflicts of interest in local government.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the personnel policy of the state apparatus and the procedures for appointing and dismissing high-ranking state officials (the Secretary of State, Secretaries General). He/She accurately references the beginning of the government's term and the specific clause for the dismissal of Secretaries General related to a breakdown in cooperation. Furthermore, they possess knowledge of the objectives of the state reform and the departure of the Secretary General of the Ministry of Justice.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of the terminology of NATO operations and missions, as well as the distinction between surveillance plans (e.g., Baltic Sentry). This expertise is confirmed by verifying sources (the NATO website) and citing an authority in the specific defense sector (Edward Lucas). The discussion of the topic utilizes detailed facts and source comparison.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The expertise is evident in the planning of law enforcement activities and the supervision of transport services. Specific terms are used, such as the "Police and Border Guard Board," and emphasis is placed on the necessary frequency ("once or twice a year") and scope ("blanket inspection action") of control operations.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the technical details of the car tax, pointing out the differing results yielded by the official calculators of the Tax and Customs Board and the Transport Administration. They used data verification (comparing the calculators) to support their argument, noting a discrepancy of approximately 10%.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates authoritative knowledge of the structure of Estonia's highest security and defense officialdom and recent personnel changes. He specifically lists several departed top leaders (the Commander of the Defense Forces, the Secretary General of the Ministry of Defense, Marran, Peterkop) and refers to a new appointment (Stenbock), showing a detailed overview of the sector.
2025-01-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The expertise centers on social policy, especially the topic of large families and the promotion thereof. The speaker also points to the use of formal terminology, specifically mentioning the "legal definition" when describing the minister's status.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge both in strategic foreign policy planning and in the technical specifics of environmentally hazardous industrial processes. Specific terminology is employed (e.g., phosphogypsum, sulfuric acid processing), and international regulations are referenced, citing the strict restrictions imposed by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on phosphogypsum management.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates profound knowledge of constitutional law and the fundamental principles of international relations, such as reciprocity. They employ legal terminology like "legitimate expectation" and reference specific draft legislation (536, 527). Furthermore, they exhibit familiarity with the historical development of the Estonian Constitution, referencing the 1992 Constitution and articles published in the journal Vikerkaar in 1990.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the Estonian cultural and religious context, highlighting the significance of Easter for both Christians and adherents of the Estonian native faith (Maausk). This indicates an understanding of the holidays' broader cultural and social role. No specific data, statistics, or technical terms are employed.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates authority and knowledge regarding the legal aspects of internal security, the oversight of police and the Security Police Board (KAPO) activities, and surveillance (specifically, call data analysis). They refer to concrete past incidents (the 2004 events, the 2014 kidnapping of a KAPO official) and a recent Tartu court case to substantiate their claims about the lack of control. The expertise focuses on institutional oversight and evidence gathering procedures.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding major infrastructure projects (Via Baltica, Rail Baltic, the Tallinn-Tartu highway) and their historical development, citing specific years (2006, 2008, 2015). He draws comparisons with the success of neighboring countries (Poland, Lithuania) in the construction of four-lane roads to underscore how far Estonia is lagging behind.
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of diplomatic protocol, especially concerning the presentation of ambassadors' credentials in Israel. Literary and historical references are used to support the criticism, citing Alexandre Dumas and the "age of grocers" to characterize political narrow-mindedness.
2024-09-19
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the parliament's internal organization, particularly regarding the procedures concerning the composition of delegations and the content of official materials (the rapporteur's text, submitted materials). The expertise is directed toward verifying the accuracy of documents and facts.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise on internal security and crisis preparedness, citing specific figures regarding the number of participants in the local government security development program (16 participants out of 79 local authorities). Furthermore, they are familiar with specific regional exercises ("Lõuna Sild") and their geographical scope, highlighting the absence of the Valga and Otepää municipalities.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in state governance and bureaucracy reduction, clearly distinguishing between optimization and substantive state reform. The speaker is familiar with the selection procedures for high-ranking civil servants and the trends of officials leaving office in recent years, questioning the adequacy of the selection system. To support his/her position, the speaker refers to an article by Jüri Raidla.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the operational structure and legal processes of security agencies, using specific terminology such as "timeframe," "tin room procedure," and referencing the activities of the Internal Security Service (Kaitsepolitsei) and the Prosecutor's Office. Particular emphasis is placed on the restrictions concerning the disclosure of information by members of the special committee overseeing security agencies, which indicates systemic awareness.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise regarding the technical and procedural shortcomings of e-voting. They rely on international expertise, extensively citing the recommendations of the OSCE/ODIHR report concerning cryptography, end-to-end verifiability, and quality assurance. Specific mention is also made of the international analyst Carsten Schürmann, underscoring the technical complexity of the issue.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the legislation of security institutions and the mandates of intelligence agencies, citing specific bill numbers and their legislative history. He/She relies directly on the position of the Head of the Defense Forces Intelligence Center (Colonel Ants Kiviselg) that the law is necessary during a crisis.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of education, focusing on the consequences of the lack of special needs support in small schools. He/She uses specific terminology such as "special support," "composite class," and "educationally developmentally delayed." The expertise emphasizes the lack of resources, particularly the shortage of teachers in small communities.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, referencing the role of the Constitutional Committee, the submission of materials, and the options available for taking a recess. They are also familiar with the activities of the Ministry of the Interior and the minister’s public statements, citing Vilja Kiisler’s interview with Interior Minister Läänemets on April 30th. This expertise centers on political accountability and procedural correctness.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The expert analysis focuses on regional inequality and the analysis of the socio-economic impact of the draft law in Estonia's peripheral areas. The expert is also familiar with the coverage by the local media (Lõunaleht, published in Võru) and the political narratives circulating there.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates technical expertise regarding the retention deadlines for e-election logs, proposing longer periods (one year, 10, or 50 years) while taking IT development into account. They are also knowledgeable about the application of facial recognition technologies for authentication, referencing its use in the Ministry of Social Affairs and in notarial transactions. A detailed example of election violations in the Otepää municipality is presented, illustrating knowledge of methods used for election abuse.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise in international security policy and alliance structures, utilizing specific terminology such as the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF), the B9 Group, and the NATO 3% Club. The focus is on analyzing the substance of strategic initiatives and foreign policy, while inquiring about concrete plans for the activities of Estonian foreign embassies.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the content and organization of the "Tartu 2024" European Capital of Culture program, highlighting specific events and dates (LGBT+ pride on August 17th). The expertise focuses on issues related to balancing the national and social content of cultural programs, and the speaker is also aware of the location in Otepää for the celebration of the Estonian flag anniversary.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of legal procedures, emphasizing the length of pre-trial and judicial investigations (8–10 years) and the need for internal oversight. They are also knowledgeable about the history of state institution reforms, referencing the activities of the working group that established the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) between 2007 and 2010.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in preparing for security crises (the worst-case scenario) and comparing migration statistics, specifically referencing the 2015 events in Germany. Specific terminology, including "moratorium," "marker," and "explosive growth," is employed, and the presentation relies on a private conversation with a security agency official.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the legal aspects of international sanctions policy and the draft legislation concerning frozen assets, emphasizing the necessity of assessing legal and security risks. They are familiar with the international coordination timeline, referencing the G7 meeting in June and the importance of developing a collective position. Furthermore, they are aware of the ethical issues surrounding political party financing.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of justice administration and constitutional rights, referencing the principle of proportionality and the right to privacy. They apply these legal concepts when analyzing specific cases that are currently under public scrutiny.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the legislation concerning the protection of state secrets and security vetting, referencing specific gaps in the Government Act. He/She is well acquainted with the internal procedures of security institutions (KAPO) and is able to quote the positions of officials from special committees, such as the statements made by Mr. Palloson, Director General of the Security Police Board. The expertise is aimed at rectifying technical deficiencies within the law enforcement system.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates specific awareness of transport issues in rural areas, citing Otepää as an example and describing in detail how children are brought to school by car (50–100 cars). The complexities of international policy and the implementation of sanctions are also addressed, emphasizing the need for political continuity.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of security and the rule of law, utilizing specific terminology and distinguishing between special prevention and general prevention in criminal law. He/She also demonstrates awareness of the forecasting needs of security institutions and specific risk events, such as provocations associated with the anniversary of Sinimäed.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in foreign policy and diplomatic networks, using terms like "the gutting of the network of foreign representations" and referring to the gravity of transatlantic relations. He shows awareness of the domestic political hurdles in the US regarding aid to Ukraine and stresses the strategic role of the Estonian foreign service as a "conceptual frontline."
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the legislative procedure, noting the long-term submission date of the bill and its slow movement. They are detail-oriented, highlighting technical errors (e.g., an unrealistic effective date) and typos in the explanatory memorandum. Their expertise relates to the adequacy of the management of legal bodies and the professional correctness of the legislative text.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of infrastructure planning and international comparison (specifically referencing the "dream development" of Polish road construction). They also possess specific knowledge regarding stakeholder engagement in residential building renovation (Estonian Central Union of Property Owners) and the taxation of vehicles (moped cars, motorized bicycles/scooters). The speaker utilizes historical parallels and specific terminology to clarify these topics.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the classification of postal shipments and the legal aspects of privacy, focusing specifically on letters. He uses technical terms such as "message interception" and draws a comparison with the control measures of security agencies to support his claims concerning customs procedures.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in security matters by referencing the activities of the Security Police (Kaitsepolitsei) and other security agencies in countering Russian influence operations. They also utilize international data, citing, for instance, the number of Confederate monuments removed in the U.S. (73 between 2021 and 2022) and referring to the removal of hundreds of colonizer monuments globally.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of demographic processes and the details of Estonian pension regulation, including the mechanism for adjustment based on projected life expectancy starting in 2027. They also possess specific knowledge regarding the historical prioritization decision concerning Rail Baltic and Via Baltica made during 2007–2008. Technical terms such as "traffic intensity" and "healthy life years" are utilized.