By Plenary Sessions: Helle-Moonika Helme

The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topic of infrastructure projects, especially the development and financing of the railway network (EU funds, fines). Specific questions were raised regarding the project's security aspects and the involvement of defense sector experts in the committee session. Reference was also made to the example of Ukraine concerning infrastructure vulnerability during wartime.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of national finance indicators, citing the nearly two-billion budget deficit, the half-a-billion euro shortfall caused by abolishing the tax hump, and the €35,000 search costs for the head of the Health Insurance Fund. This expertise is directed at criticizing government spending and tax policy, alongside an ideological analysis of social legislation.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding strategic investments and ownership structures in the defense industry (Milrem, Arab consortium), as well as tax policy (land tax, the previous 10% limit). Additionally, they are aware of the spread of cross-border animal diseases (swine fever) and Finnish practices, suggesting that their measures should be analyzed.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the norms of political responsibility and the legal system concerning a parent's legal responsibility for the health of their children. They also utilize international examples and statistics regarding the practice of euthanasia, emphasizing its growing prevalence and the broadening grounds for its use in other countries. The speaker employs specific terminology such as "bodily integrity" and "assisted suicide."

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the social and demographic consequences accompanying defense policy decisions, particularly those related to mandatory military service for women. He/She connects national defense readiness to population sustainability, youth health (specifically mentioning the elimination of physical education), and the absence of a family-friendly crisis plan. Furthermore, the speaker shows awareness of alleged examples of incompetence involving specific ministers.

The speaker demonstrates specific knowledge of the national defense budget figures and the procurement timeline (€5 billion between 2022 and 2029). This expertise is also evident in their ability to use official documents (such as the National Audit Office report and transcripts) to verify and substantiate political claims. Furthermore, they possess knowledge regarding the demographic challenges facing conscription (the declining number of young men).

The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of agriculture and rural life, particularly regarding the problems faced by beekeeping and sheep farming. They are well-versed in the serious consequences of large predator attacks, which often force beekeepers to cease production entirely. This knowledge is specific and pertains to the protection of production assets.

The speaker demonstrates authority in the knowledge of the Riigikogu’s (Estonian Parliament's) rules of procedure and procedural regulations, repeatedly submitting well-reasoned proposals for changing the agenda and resolving procedural issues. Substantive topics highlighted include education policy (teacher workload, inclusive education, the merging of special educational needs (SEN) schools) and areas falling under the Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of the Interior (the leasing of prison places and entries in the population register). The interpellations are detailed and contain specific questions regarding impact assessments and legislative compliance.