By Plenary Sessions: Andre Hanimägi

Total Sessions: 7

Fully Profiled: 7

2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The primary opposition is aimed at the Russian Federation, which is being criticized for its violations of international law and its disregard for conventions. This disregard makes continued adherence to these conventions dangerous for Estonia. Criticism is also being leveled at those who urge against withdrawing from the Ottawa Convention. While their concerns are acknowledged, the country's defense capability is being prioritized.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The main dispute is with the legal counsel to the President of the Republic, who challenged the wording of the bill and the guaranteeing of religious freedom, even though the law's objective was not disputed. (The speaker) criticizes political rhetoric that attempts to frame the law's objective as being directed against nuns or Orthodox believers, calling it political rhetoric.
2025-05-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The criticism is directed at the political decision to reduce political accountability in the administration of courts and in budgetary matters, which represents a policy-based opposition to the government's current direction. One speaker also expresses direct disagreement with a colleague's position regarding the necessity of the political role.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The main confrontation is with the Minister of the Interior and his party colleagues (e.g., Tarmo Tamm), whose positions on increasing the number of weapons are criticized as dangerous. The speaker refutes claims that the Social Democratic Party previously sought to bureaucratically harass gun owners. The criticism is directed at the safety aspects of the policy and the lack of transparency regarding the government’s objectives.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker’s opposition is aimed directly at fraudsters and their helpers ("mules"), whose lives he wants to make tougher through legislative changes. Criminal activity is described as "evil" and "despicable." The political opponent is not directly criticized; instead, questions are asked about the government’s plans.
2025-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Criticism is aimed at the governing coalition, particularly concerning their controversial fiscal plans (expensive reform versus cuts). Separately, attention is drawn to the stance of coalition partner Margus Tsahkna regarding social benefits and pensions being unaffordable, demanding clarification on the scope of these proposed cuts.
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Criticism is directed at the government's actions and performance, particularly regarding long-term procedural delays in the adoption of legislation and setbacks in regional policy (school closures). Opposition is also aimed at the introduction of foreign labor in a situation where Estonia is unable to train its own people.