By Agendas: Mart Helme

Total Agendas: 237

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2025-10-15
Security

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

It focuses specifically on the Estonian-Russian border regions, particularly the Saatse Boot and Setomaa, referencing the issues surrounding land exchange. It also highlights Ida-Virumaa as a potential region for internal conflict and the declaration of autonomy.
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2025-10-08
A Better Protected Estonia

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The focus is on national security issues, such as border construction and airspace violations near Vaindloo. Additionally, nationwide large-scale projects are addressed, including offshore wind farms, onshore wind farms, and the defense industry park. The discussion is strongly linked to the context of international politics and NATO (with references to Rutte and the Russian conflict).
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the procedure taking place in the Riigikogu chamber and the first reading of the state budget. There is no regional or local emphasis.
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2025-10-06
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (694 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The regional focus is primarily national (the Estonian state, the Estonian people) and international (the Kremlin, European debt hubs). Narva is mentioned only in the context of an anecdote, not as a political priority.
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2025-09-24
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government to abandon the implementation of the Rail Baltic project in Estonia and to withdraw from all international agreements related to the project" (650 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is on national infrastructure and sovereignty, highlighting deficiencies in domestic transport links. Specific attention is drawn to the absence of four-lane highways leading to Tartu and the Via Baltica, as well as the unreliability of the permanent connection to Saaremaa and the ferry service to Hiiumaa. International focus is also crucial (relations with the EU and Russia).
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2025-09-24
Estonian choices

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The focus is both national (the competitiveness of the Estonian economy and the risk of collapse) and international (the European Union, the UN). International events and positions (Trump's speech) are used to highlight Estonia's economic risks.
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2025-09-23
Open mic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on national and international topics, examining the state of the rule of law in Estonia and comparing it with authoritarian regimes (Russia, Belarus, Venezuela). Regional or local focus is absent from the speeches.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry Regarding Latvian Red Beetles in Estonia (no. 796)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily placed on preserving Estonian rural life and agriculture and ensuring national food security. Specific rural problems are mentioned, such as wolves preying on sheep flocks and potatoes rotting due to the unfavorable summer.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily regional and international, concentrating on the immediate vicinity (Ust-Luga) and the threat of cross-border pollution. It is stressed that potential contamination would directly impact Estonia ("right on our doorstep").
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (639 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is strongly regional and personal, repeatedly emphasizing the connection to Pärnu ("I am from Pärnu," "I want to run for office in Pärnu"). Regional identity and the personal desire to run for office in Pärnu constitute the main argument against residency restrictions.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is primarily national (covering issues like the Estonian healthcare system and the organization of work in the Riigikogu) and international. International attention is directed toward US political ties and the European Commission's recommendations concerning medical waiting lists.
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2025-09-10
Security

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The focus is heavily on national security and border regions, particularly the eastern and southeastern borders. The necessity of fortifying these areas with surveillance equipment and physical infrastructure to ensure the country's defense is emphasized.
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2025-09-10
The situation in the country.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The focus is clearly on national issues (national defense, border construction, government activities) and the international level (relations with the eastern neighbor). Local or regional focus is absent.
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2025-09-10
Situation in National Defence

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The focus is clearly at the national level (Estonian defense capability, the National Audit Office) and at the international/geopolitical level (NATO aircraft, Russian drones). Regional or local topics are not covered, with the exception of a brief critical reference to a government member who deals with swine fever and agriculture.
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2025-09-08
Inquiry Regarding Changes to 2025 Beekeeping Support for Small Beekeepers (no. 761)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the domestic (Estonian) beekeeping sector and protecting it from international competition. Poland and other countries are mentioned as importers of counterfeit honey, emphasizing the cross-border trade problem.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is primarily on national issues, such as the work of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), tax policy, and security. The regional dimension is evident in the opposition to the car tax, as it negatively impacts the financial well-being of large families and people living in rural areas. International obligations concerning peacekeeping operations in Lebanon and Syria are also addressed.
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2025-06-18
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is exclusively national, examining the electoral system of the Republic of Estonia, the Riigikogu, and the activities of the government. The international context is utilized solely through the critical report issued by the OSCE ODIHR.
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2025-06-18
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus spans from the international level (including evacuation agreements with Latvia and Lithuania, and the Mayor of Vilnius) down to the domestic and local levels. Emphasis is placed on the role of rural areas and rural businesses in securing food production, as well as the necessity of dispersing evacuees throughout these rural regions.
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2025-06-16
Draft law amending the Waste Act and, in consequence, amending other laws (657 SE) – first reading

XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting

The regional focus is directed at internal differences within Estonia, contrasting densely populated urban areas (Lasnamäe) with rural areas (on the edge of the forest). It is emphasized that legislation must take into account the specific characteristics of these different living environments and the varying waste generation by residents.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary focus is on national justice and security matters, but a specific regional threat is introduced, citing the potential release of 600 criminals in the city of Tartu. The Pihlakodu case is being treated as a national issue that has shocked society.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There isn't enough data.
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2025-06-11
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The focus is primarily national (security, the estrangement of the populace) and international (the Swedish prisoner agreement, Palestine diplomacy). At the same time, strong emphasis is placed on how state special planning (such as military ranges and parks) ignores the initiatives of local governments and local residents.
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2025-06-11
Foreign relations

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The focus is decidedly international, concentrating on the Middle East conflict (Israel and Palestine) and Estonia’s role in international mediation efforts.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry regarding a network of number plate recognition cameras and the associated database (no. 756)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, addressing the control and legislation of Estonia's internal security and enforcement structures (police, border guard) systems. He/She makes international reference to the United States and the availability of their data (e.g., the "Chicago Police Department"), but this serves only as a rhetorical comparison to the Estonian context.
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the State Audit Act, the Political Parties Act, and other laws (control body for political party funding) – first reading.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-06-04
Draft law amending the Environmental Levies Act (615 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Although the focus remains on national energy policy, specific regional examples are brought forward, such as the disregard for Vinni municipality’s involvement. As a solution, the construction of wind farms on isolated islands is proposed to prevent encroachment on residents' homes and protect the local environment.
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2025-06-04
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is both national—covering the Estonian people, internal security, and conflict with the eastern neighbor—and international, referencing the immigrants' regions of origin (Central Asia, Uzbekistan, the Third World). Furthermore, integration problems and terrorist attacks in Western Europe (specifically Sweden) are brought up as negative examples.
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2025-06-04
The situation in the country

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is at the national level, analyzing the deficiencies in Estonian food production (potatoes, meat, cereals) and the country's vulnerability in the event of a blockade. Reference is also made to the international context (OECD forecasts, global recession, Euro restrictions).
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2025-05-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to initiate proceedings in the European Union to invalidate the obligation to prepare sustainability reports" (601 OE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is entirely on national and international issues, addressing both the internal procedures of the Riigikogu and European Union regulations.
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2025-05-21
State Defence Readiness

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

The focus is on international security issues and Estonia's stance within international maritime law. Several international regions are mentioned (the Red Sea, the Suez Canal, Gibraltar, the Danish Straits), emphasizing that Estonia's actions influence relations with Russia.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is clearly placed on the national level ("the Estonian state") and the international level, concentrating on the countries of origin for potential foreign communities, such as Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. It is emphasized that when developing the Estonian state, comparison with other countries must be avoided.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry Regarding the Security of the Southeastern Border Region of Estonia (No. 729)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

A strong regional focus is placed on the border areas of Southeast and South Estonia, emphasizing the need to halt population decline and ensure a security buffer in those regions. The impact of Nursipalu on the local will to defend and the decline in property prices in South Estonia are also noted. Furthermore, the financing for the construction of the Tartu highway towards Mäo into a four-lane road is cited as an example.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning the appointment of members of the Estonian National Broadcasting Council from recognised experts in the field of activity of the Estonian National Broadcasting. (643 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely on domestic issues, primarily the composition of the ERR Council and the interpretation of laws in Estonia. Regional focus is absent; only the international context is mentioned (Donald Trump, the perestroika of the Soviet Union) as symbols of global change.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on international relations (Russia's aggression, Ukraine, the Istanbul negotiations, US involvement) and their impact on Estonian domestic legislation. Specific local or regional topics within Estonia are not addressed.
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2025-05-07
Second reading of the draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (556 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The primary focus is on national energy policy and the broader collapse of the economy, drawing comparisons with international examples like the dismantling of the German economy and the social fallout from the Spanish power cuts. The regional link is established through childhood memories of Pärnu (specifically, the Karusselli store) and references to the initial development of the oil shale industry.
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2025-05-07
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is strongly international and global, analyzing world dynamics and escalating conflicts in South Asia (India/Pakistan), the Middle East, and the Far East (Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines). Estonian national security is placed within the context of global instability, criticizing a "Ukraine-centric" worldview.
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2025-05-07
The expansion of bureaucracy and the competitiveness of the economy

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is purely state-level, concentrating on the structure of the Government Office, the list of national holidays, and the symbolism of public space.
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2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the development of the wind industry happening at the national level, along with the associated corruption and deficiencies in financial management. The Rail Baltic project is also mentioned, as it is similarly a national/international infrastructure project. Specific local regions or communities are not highlighted, even though the health impact is local.
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2025-04-23
Second reading of the draft law amending the Whistleblower Protection Act concerning EU law violations and the International Sanctions Act (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is directed toward international and national issues, covering the implementation of the European Union directive, sanctions policy, and the diminution of Estonian sovereignty. The discussion also touches upon the impact of the duration of the war in Ukraine and the potential lifting of sanctions by the United States. There is no regional or local focus.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strictly at the national level, addressing the Estonian electoral system in its entirety.
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2025-04-16
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submission of a plan of action for the development of Estonia's electricity production capacities and electricity networks to the Riigikogu by the Government of the Republic, to ensure energy security" (575 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on national political processes (referendums, Riigikogu draft legislation) and the international level (historical criticism of European Union membership). There is no emphasis on specific regional or local issues.
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2025-04-09
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on international precedents (the Cuba incident) to demonstrate the dangers of infrasound, and, at the national level (Estonia), on the issues concerning the credibility of scientists and the planning of wind farms.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is primarily on international financial systems (reciprocal tariffs, bonds, the gold standard) and their direct impact on the economy and tax system of the Estonian state. There is no regional or local focus.
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2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Not enough data
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2025-04-08
Draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus on rural areas, where the impact of tax increases and public sentiment are being actively monitored. Rural areas are being used as evidence of the unpopularity of the car tax. Raplamaa County is also mentioned in the context of a colleague.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on the national level (Estonia turning into a failed state) and the international level (strong criticism directed towards the European Union). Specific regional topics are absent.
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2025-04-07
Inquiry Regarding Chinese Intelligence Access to Estonian Residents' Data Through Applications and Technology (No. 718)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strongly international, placing Estonian security within the context of the major confrontation between the USA and China, while also mentioning Ukraine, the Middle East, and the Far East. At the national level, attention is concentrated on Chinese intelligence activity in Estonia, referencing specific locations in Tallinn (near Keskturg/Central Market, Juhkentali street).
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2025-03-26
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is strongly on the national level (the preservation of the Estonian nation-state, internal security) and international migration trends (Central Asia, Russia). Specific emphasis is placed on the need to hermetically seal the eastern border.
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2025-03-26
The Selection of Ministers

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The focus is heavily on national security matters, encompassing internal security, the justice system, and border development. Internationally, the analysis centers on Russian imperialism, intelligence activity, and influence operations, referencing the wars in Chechnya and Georgia, as well as the work conducted by the Moscow embassy.
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2025-03-25
First reading of the draft law amending the Whistleblower Protection Act on Breaches of European Union Law and the Act on International Sanctions (EU restrictive measures directive) (584 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is split between national (the state of the rule of law in Estonia, political scandals) and international/European Union topics. Reference is made to the import of EU directives, and examples are provided from the political situations in Germany (monitoring of the AfD), Romania (the removal of a presidential candidate), and Austria (sanctions against the Freedom Party) to illustrate the decline of European democracy.
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

The focus is both international and national, criticizing Brussels' directives that define Estonia's role as a sparsely populated electricity producer. The speaker contrasts Estonia with densely populated Western European countries (Germany, France), in whose interests Estonia's energy policy is being managed.
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2025-03-19
Draft law amending the Penal Code and other laws in connection therewith (sanctions violations) (441 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively international, concentrating on global sanctions regimes imposed by Western nations (the EU and the USA). Specific sanctioned countries, such as Russia, Belarus, North Korea, Iran, Venezuela, and Cuba, are under scrutiny.
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2025-03-19
Digital society

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is at the national level (a monitoring network covering the whole of Estonia, measures implemented domestically), and the international context is also mentioned (Kaja Kallas’s failure in Europe). Local or regional topics are absent.
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2025-03-19
What is the prime minister’s big plan for Estonia?

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on the national level (the survival of the nation-state) and the international level (EU regulations, immigration). At the same time, the lack of regional policy is sharply criticized, citing as an example the elderly living in decaying former collective farm centers.
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2025-03-19
The situation in the country

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is heavily on national issues (the agony of the Estonian state and people) and international matters (foreign policy agony, Kaja Kallas’s reputation in Europe, and the Trump issue). Specific local or regional problems are not emphasized.
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Political Parties Act and the Credit Institutions Act (585 SE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

The primary focus is on domestic political issues (the state of democracy in Estonia, the composition of the ERJK) and international comparisons. Examples are drawn from Europe (Romania, AfD, Wilders, Le Pen) and US foreign interference (Joe Biden's dictatorship, USAID).
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2025-03-18
Draft law amending the Aliens Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (to improve migration proceedings) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session

A strong regional focus is directed toward the area outside Tallinn and Harju County, where there is a scarcity of jobs and limited wage potential, especially in agriculture. Criticism is leveled at the lack of a substantive regional policy, which has resulted in the depopulation of the countryside and the departure of educated Estonians to Finland.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding Maarjamaa United School (No. 710)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There are no references to specific regions, local projects, or communities. The focus is on national political topics, such as the education structure and the minister's authority.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus remains at the national level (the linguistic environment, state media funding), but the policy's failure is illustrated using regional examples. Particular emphasis is placed on the enormous proliferation of the Russian language in Tallinn, Haapsalu, and Võru, which is attributed to government policy.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Car Tax on Families with Children (No. 705)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is too little data.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the third year of record-low birth rates in Estonia (no. 703)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level, tackling Estonia's demographic crisis and its direct connection to the nation's security and geographical position. It is stressed that the demographic situation is turning Estonia into a Russian-speaking country, a development linked to its geographical location.
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2025-03-13
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to assess the risks associated with modified mRNA COVID-19 vaccines" (557 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the coverage by the Estonian mainstream media and the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning Estonia's public health policy. There is no regional or local focus present in the speeches.
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2025-03-12
Draft law amending the Rules of Procedure Act of the Riigikogu (552 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The focus is entirely on the national level, addressing the governance of the Estonian state, the work of the parliament, and the state of democracy. The only international comparison mentioned is with Romania, regarding the government's practice of classifying information.
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2025-03-12
The situation in the country

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The focus is on national issues (the costs of the Estonian state, government legitimacy) and international questions (aid to Ukraine and the refugee issue). In the context of democratic values, Romania is highlighted as a negative example.
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2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (the disappearance of the Estonian state, taxpayer money) and the international level (the need to fly directly to Brussels, a reference to Marco Rubio's quote about the disappearance of nations). Local or regional topics are absent.
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2025-02-27
A written request from 21 members of the Riigikogu expressing a vote of no confidence in Climate Minister Yoko Alender.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national energy issues and their impact on Estonian residents, particularly when comparing electricity prices with Finland. Major infrastructure projects of national importance are mentioned, including offshore wind farms, the Helsinki tunnel, and a nuclear power plant. Specific local or regional interests are not emphasized in the speeches.
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is a strong focus on rural areas, agriculture, and forest holdings, highlighting the damage caused by predators and the threat to the safety of country dwellers. Specific mention is made of the raiding of apiaries and the danger posed to children near bus stops and on isolated homesteads.
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2025-02-26
Other questions

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The focus is on international security issues (support for Ukraine, Russian aggression) and the development of Estonia's independent national defense capabilities. These topics are addressed within the broader context of Europe and the United States.
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2025-02-26
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The focus is divided between Estonian national security and international security. At the national level, emphasis is placed on the importance of independent defense capability and munitions reserves. Internationally, the focus is on supporting the war in Ukraine, analyzing the role and capability of Europe (Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Hungary) and the United States.
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2025-02-26
The situation in the country.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

The focus is on the national level, addressing the use of Estonian taxpayers' money and the country's energy policy. Regionally, emphasis is placed on the historical industrial heritage and the significance of oil shale power plants, referencing old industrial enterprises (Volta, Ilmarised, Põhjalad).
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is strongly on the national (Estonian Constitution, suffrage) and international levels, addressing Russia's aggression, the possibilities of acquiring Russian citizenship, and the status of citizens from third countries (e.g., Palestinians, Eritreans). Local or regional topics within Estonia are absent.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The dominant focus is on international relations and the geopolitical dynamics of great powers (USA, Russia). Estonian domestic legislation is subordinate to the analysis of relations between Washington and Moscow and the security threat.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Defence Forces Organisation Act and the Economic Zone Act (strengthening maritime security) - first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily directed toward national security and the Baltic Sea region as a whole, emphasizing the necessity for underwater surveillance across the entire Baltic Sea, not solely in Estonian waters. Also mentioned is the loss of electricity in Southern Estonia during the 2019/2020 storm, along with the context of disconnecting from BRELL.
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2025-02-19
Western values

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is split between national (Eesti Kontsert, KÜSK, the Human Rights Center) and international topics (Europe, USAID, J. D. Vance). It is emphasized that propaganda is funded through both European (CERV) and US (USAID) schemes, which directly impact Estonia.
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2025-02-19
Security

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The regional focus is heavily directed towards Ida-Virumaa, which is viewed as a zone of direct security threats, and the potential loss of which is emphasized in connection with the issue of the Russian Orthodox Church. Narva is also mentioned in relation to Putin's claims.
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2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is heavily on the national level (the Estonian economy, state assets) and international relations, criticizing the ceding of state assets (mineral resources, prisons, wind energy) to the USA, Germany, and other foreign nations. The necessity of protecting sovereignty is emphasized.
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2025-02-12
Freedom of Belief and Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on issues of national importance, such as the jurisdiction of churches and the actions of the former president. There is no specific regional or local emphasis in the speeches.
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2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is directed towards state institutions and the ideological situation of the Republic of Estonia. The international context is also mentioned, with reference to events in America serving as an indicator of impending political change. Local or regional topics are not addressed.
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2025-01-22
Double Standards in Foreign Policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is heavily on international themes, analyzing the fairness of elections and the state of democracy in Romania, Georgia, Germany (specifically the debate over banning the AfD), and the USA (covering both the Trump and Biden administrations). In the Estonian context, emphasis is placed on the issue of influencing e-elections and criticism directed at the prime minister's stances.
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2025-01-21
Draft law amending the Act on the Implementation of the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union and the Feed Act (546 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly national, centering on the competitiveness of Estonian agriculture and input costs within Estonia. The lack of viability for the national economic sector in light of international (EU) regulations is also addressed.
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2025-01-21
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic for the procurement of ammunition with a cost of 1.6 billion euros for the years 2025–2028" (540 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely at the national level (the survival of the Estonian state) and on international security threats concerning the potential collapse of NATO and the European Union. There is no regional or local focus.
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2025-01-15
Electricity supply

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is on the national energy infrastructure and security of supply, which is a nationwide issue. The Paldiski mooring pier is specifically cited as an example of a failed state project.
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2025-01-15
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The focus is heavily on international and regional security, analyzing developments concerning the USA and NATO (specifically Greenland and Canada). Regionally, emphasis is placed on cooperation with Russia's border states (the Intermarium initiative) and the deficiencies in Estonia's naval capabilities compared to those of Sweden and Finland.
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2025-01-14
Draft law amending the Act of the Chancellor of Justice and the Prosecutor's Office Act (524 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The focus is primarily national, centering on the activities and transparency of Estonian state institutions (the Security Police Board, the Defense Forces, and various ministries). A specific sector of Estonian agriculture (pig farmers) is also mentioned in the context of a prior meeting, but this is not the main subject matter. Furthermore, international military experience is referenced in connection with the procurements made by the Defense Forces.
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2024-12-11
War and Peace

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The focus is on international security issues (the war in Ukraine, the NATO-Russia conflict, the prospect of a European war) and their direct impact on Estonia. The speaker voices concern over whether Estonia and its neighboring countries could become the battleground for a potential major war. Estonia’s position within the NATO defense organization is emphasized.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is primarily on national tax policy issues (excise duties) and, at the international level (US Congressional hearings), on the topic of COVID-19 liability. There is no specific local or regional focus.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution (486 OE) of the Riigikogu regarding the extension of the term of use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling Estonia's international obligations in a post-conflict peacekeeping operation in Lebanon, Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and Syria.

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily on international security and military issues, particularly the efficacy of missions in the Middle East (Lebanon, Syria, Israel) and the failures experienced in Afghanistan. Domestically, the focus is limited to criticizing the equipment of the Estonian Defence Forces, stressing that the country should not be trying to establish order elsewhere in the world when its own gear is obsolete.
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2024-12-04
Population Protection

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The regional focus is very strong, centering on the capacity of Läänemaa, and West Estonia more broadly, to handle a crisis situation, as residents from Ida-Virumaa and South Estonia are planned to be evacuated there. The speaker uses their personal connection to Läänemaa ("second home") to underscore the local concerns. Consequently, three different Estonian regions are linked together in the context of crisis preparedness.
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2024-12-03
First reading of the draft resolution "Increasing the Republic of Estonia's participation in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development" (542 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is clearly domestic, emphasizing the economic situation of Estonian people and families, in contrast to international obligations. The speaker demands that the government primarily assist Estonian families struggling financially.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is primarily on national legislative and moral issues (child protection, constitutional problems, and the operational procedures of the Riigikogu [Estonian Parliament]). There is also mention of a future threat posed by immigrants who could eventually sweep the government away, which is considered a national/demographic issue.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing amendments to the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and rights related to suffrage and citizenship.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is placed on both the national (specifically, constitutional amendments) and international levels, examining the impact of the war in Ukraine and the resulting refugee influx on Estonia's domestic politics. Emphasis is placed on the potential threat to Estonian political stability arising from the current international situation and the presence of 150,000 individuals who have arrived from Ukraine.
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2024-11-20
Amendment of the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The focus is on national security, constitutional matters, and the international threat (Kremlin influence). Regionally, Narva is mentioned in connection with the activities of the coalition partners, and reference is made to the problem of Russian bases.
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian economy, national defense, and infrastructure deficiencies concerning the Tartu-Tallinn highway). Extensive international comparisons are utilized—with Latvia (prices), Finland, Lithuania, Poland (arms deals), and Uzbekistan (high-speed trains)—to emphasize Estonia's decline.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the 2024 State Budget Act (517 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the procedural norms of the Riigikogu and the traditions of Estonian statehood. Specific regional or local topics are absent, although the discussion revolves around the state budget.
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2024-11-13
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

The importance of regional policy and support for the grassroots level are emphasized, citing as an example the funding provided by discretionary grants (katuseraha) for replacing the floor of Anna Church. This example serves the purpose of defending the former funding system by highlighting its benefits to local communities.
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2024-11-13
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national security and international cooperation, particularly in negotiations with neighboring countries concerning the acceptance of mass evacuation. A local focus is utilized solely for illustrative purposes, citing the population figures of Greater Tallinn and Lasnamäe to underscore the scale of the evacuation.
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2024-11-13
Allocations to Municipalities

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is strongly regional, emphasizing the catastrophic deterioration of the situation in the counties and county hospitals. The speaker notes that specialists are "on tour across Estonia," and that receiving first aid requires an ambulance trip to Tallinn or Tartu, which clearly demonstrates the concentration of services in the central hubs.
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2024-11-13
Government action plan in light of the results of the US presidential election

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is split between national issues (the Estonian economy and legislation) and international matters (the results of the US presidential elections and ensuring security). Economically, emphasis is placed on the importance of oil shale energy, which is tied to the Ida-Virumaa region, even though the region is not explicitly mentioned.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Not enough data
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Holiday and Commemoration Day Act (453 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is purely national and philosophical, addressing the work-life balance in a broader context. Regional or local topics are absent.
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2024-11-06
School closures in rural areas

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly regional and local, centering on Estonia's small rural schools and manor schools. Emphasis is placed on the schools' role as centers for local life and culture, which constitutes an important regional policy aspect.
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2024-11-06
Suffrage

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national legislation (local elections) and the international context (citizenship of the aggressor state, Trump's victory). Attention is paid to the "grey passport holders" and "local Russians" living in Estonia and their social treatment.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The focus is heavily on international and geopolitical topics, especially in the context of Eastern Europe (Hungary) and anti-Western alliances (BRICS). The need to protect both Hungary and the rest of Eastern Europe from being dragged into war is emphasized.
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2024-11-04
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Narcotics (no 650)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national-level policy concerning the control of drug distribution and drug addiction, as well as the inter-agency work of the government. There are no references to specific regional or local issues.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the minister's suitability and the political culture within the Riigikogu.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national internal security and the threat of foreign influence (the Moscow Patriarchate). Specific geographical points (Sinimäed, Lihula) are mentioned, but this is done in the context of national security incidents, not from the perspective of regional development.
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2024-10-23
Supporting Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly international (the war in Ukraine, front-line reports, and other European countries) and national (the Estonian government's policy on granting international protection). There are no references to local or regional topics within Estonia.
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2024-10-23
Ministers' deceit

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The focus remains at the national level, dealing with government operations and the parliamentary debate over the state budget. While there is one reference to a minister's unseemly conduct "in a foreign country," this does not establish a regional focus.
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2024-10-22
Draft law amending the Accounting Act and, as a consequence, amending other laws (516 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

No data available
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding Tax Increases (No. 647)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily national, centering on the state of Estonian agriculture and the country's capacity to feed its population. Emphasis is placed on the concerns of farmers and their representative organizations, as well as the decline of Estonia as a "potato republic." Specific regions or local projects are not mentioned.
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2024-10-21
Request for Information Regarding Prison Space Rental (no. 645)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily on international relations and geopolitical dependence (specifically, Great Britain acting as an extortionist, and the price being paid for security). Simultaneously, domestic issues are also brought to the fore, such as the closure of community centers, schools, and transport links in the name of austerity, which is then contrasted with the negligible revenue generated by renting out prisons.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the draft state budget. International comparisons are being utilized, contrasting the draft with Zelenskyy’s peace plan to emphasize its unfeasibility.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is entirely on national security, Estonia's defense capability, and the international context (Western countries' aid to Ukraine). There are no references to local or regional topics.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the State Budget Act (511 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly on national issues, addressing the draft amendment to the State Budget Act currently under deliberation in the Riigikogu (Parliament) and its impact on cultural policy. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
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2024-10-16
Draft law amending the Prison Law (506 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker focuses on the regional impact, highlighting the consequences of centralization for the islands (Saaremaa, Hiiumaa, Vormsi) and other regions, such as Pärnu. They emphasize that services and infrastructure must be accessible outside of Tallinn and Tartu as well.
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2024-10-16
Police misconduct

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is entirely domestic, referring to specific geographical locations and events in Estonia where police arbitrariness has occurred, including Sinimäed, Lihula, and the demonstrations organized by the Foundation for the Protection of Family and Tradition.
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2024-10-16
State security

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

Not enough data
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is split between the national level (Estonian roads, excise duties) and the global level, with the global context being used to ridicule Estonian environmental policy. Specific regional or local topics are missing.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is on international issues, covering economic relations between Russia and Europe, as well as Russia's current economic condition.
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2024-10-09
Draft resolution "Establishment of a working group to address the population crisis" (324 OE) – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is clearly national and international, centering on the preservation of the Estonian nation-state, the future of the Estonian language, and demographic processes. Western European countries are cited as a negative example, having essentially capitulated to population problems. Regional or local issues are absent.
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2024-09-25
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Not enough data
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2024-09-25
Foreign policy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is exclusively on international foreign policy issues, covering the Middle East conflict, the Israeli-Palestinian issue, and Estonia's relations with the US and other major powers.
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2024-09-23
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Move the Embassy of the Republic of Estonia in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem" (325 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The focus is heavily international, centering on the Middle East conflict (Israel, Jerusalem, Gaza, the West Bank) and Estonia's relations with its major allies (the USA) and international organizations (the EU, the UN). Estonian domestic issues (Tallinn, Narva) are utilized solely to illustrate the principle of national sovereignty.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

The focus is primarily national (covering the Estonian economy, the state budget, and the Estonian people) and international (with a reference to the IMF report and funds being transferred to Western Europe/Germany). It is stressed that only misery and the prospect of emigration remain in Estonia.
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2024-09-18
Validity of the Constitution

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The focus is exclusively on the national level, examining the validity of the constitution and the roles played by key Estonian institutions (the Chancellor of Justice, the Prime Minister, and the President). A broad international context is also employed, drawing comparisons to the state of democracy in Western society and the United States (specifically mentioning Elon Musk).
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2024-09-18
Economic stimulus

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Insufficient dataset.
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2024-09-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Development of Measures for Increasing the Birth Rate" (208 OE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The focus is primarily on the national level (the preservation of the Estonian state) and against a global backdrop (comparing Estonia’s population size with the world’s population). A regional emphasis emerges when local governments are mentioned, where demographic changes lead to non-natives coming into power.
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2024-09-11
Constitutional Rights of Citizens

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The focus is at the national level, addressing the actions of the government and the police, as well as the national interpretation of history and the enforcement of laws. Siselinna Cemetery and a specific incident location are mentioned, but they serve merely as examples of how national policy is implemented.
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2024-09-09
Interpellation Regarding Nature Conservation Restrictions (No. 626)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The regional focus is directed toward national economic interests, but specific examples illustrating the negative impact of the policy are highlighted. The settlement of Tootsi and its abandoned Soviet-era peat industry complex are mentioned separately as an example of waste and depressiveness. Furthermore, the traffic management in the city of Tallinn is criticized for contradicting climate goals.
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2024-09-09
Interpellation regarding the state's plan to end compensation to farmers for damages caused by geese (No. 582)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker maintains a strong regional focus, highlighting issues specific to the Läänemaa and Matsalu Bay region, which is where he lives and observes the flocks of birds. The focus is also directed towards the challenges faced by local agricultural cooperatives (specifically those in the former Martna municipality area) in managing extensive cultivated lands.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

Attention is divided between national issues (the minister's oath of office, constitutional order) and international topics (Putin, war crimes, the International Criminal Court). The minister’s constituency is also mentioned, which consists predominantly of non-Estonian voters, but this is connected to questions of loyalty and security, rather than regional development.
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2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

The focus is entirely at the national level, addressing the operational procedures of the Riigikogu and compliance with the legislation and Constitution of the Republic of Estonia.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The focus is intensely national, centering on the survival of the Estonian people and the potential catastrophe facing the nation-state. Regional projects are not highlighted, though there is mention of inadequate public transportation and the necessity of owning cars, suggesting concern for residents in rural areas.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The focus is primarily national (the threat of collapse of Estonian society, the tax burden) and international (avoiding blame for the war in Ukraine, the question of Crimea's status). Specific local or regional Estonian issues are absent.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker has a strong and specific regional focus on Kihnu Island, using it as an example of how the motor vehicle tax impacts local communities who are already struggling financially. This regional emphasis is a tactic designed to highlight the law's impracticality and inherent unfairness, particularly considering the island residents' dependence on motorized transport.
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2024-06-12
Third Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is entirely national, concentrating on the tax's impact on the standard of living of the Estonian people and the Estonian economy as a whole. Specific regions, local industries, or communities are not highlighted.
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2024-06-12
Overview of the Judicial Administration by Villu Kõve, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.

The focus is solely on national issues, addressing the implementation of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and the Election Law at a nationwide level.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly on national legislative issues, specifically the motor vehicle tax and the protection of constitutional rights. Regional or international topics are absent, and there is no emphasis on specific local communities or industries.
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2024-06-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (409 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Implement Effective Measures to Protect Minors from Exposure to Pornography"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

There is not enough data.
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2024-05-29
Third Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the 2024 State Budget Act (389 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on Estonia's domestic problems and the livelihoods of rural residents, contrasting this with the channeling of funds abroad (IT developments in Kenya, Afghanistan). Specific emphasis is also placed on the needs of Estonian teachers, emergency workers, and rural businesses (sawmills, shops).
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national energy policy and the choices being made, but specific regional projects are also mentioned, with reference to the wind farms being constructed in the Gulf of Riga. There is also a strong emphasis on protecting the health and financial interests of the Estonian people.
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2024-05-29
Interference in Georgia's internal affairs

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The focus is on international relations, emphasizing the conduct of diplomats and official state representatives abroad, and adherence to the international regulatory framework (the Vienna Convention).
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2024-05-29
Border security

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the establishment of the Estonian state border and the control line, and ensuring security. Crucially, there is a reference to the Tartu Peace Treaty, which underscores the border's historical and national significance.
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2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning events in care homes (No. 571)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The focus is on national socio-political problems (the oversight of care homes) and broader government policies (the green transition, abortion policy). There are no references to specific regional interests or projects.
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2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning the collection of data on post-abortion complications (No. 550)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level, addressing the actions of the Ministry of Social Affairs and the issue of insufficient awareness regarding abortion complications, which impacts young women in Estonia.
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2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning the need for prenatal protection of the right to life of children (No. 554)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The focus is purely national, centering on Estonia's deep demographic crisis and the government's responsibility for resolving it.
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2024-05-27
Inquiry Concerning the Scope of Category B Driving Licences (No. 327)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The focus is on nationwide traffic safety and road traffic supervision. There are no specific regional or local projects.
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2024-05-15
Second reading of the Draft Act amending the Building Code and other Acts (Acceleration of the Deployment of Renewable Energy) (308 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-05-13
Inquiry Regarding the Alleged Vandalism of Andrei Shumakov's Car (No. 630)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the issue of domestic security and law enforcement, specifically referencing the attacks and thefts that took place in Tallinn. The international dimension is introduced through speculation regarding the possible involvement of Russian special services, a claim which the speaker casts doubt upon, drawing on their previous experience as the ambassador to Moscow.
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2024-05-07
Third Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Bill 344 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing the legislative procedures of the Riigikogu and amendments to the electoral law.
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

A strong regional focus is placed on Estonia's rural areas and the preservation of rural schools. Specifically, the case of Metsküla School is highlighted, emphasizing the need to support children and parents in rural areas and prevent these regions from being left without schools.
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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing the creation of national wealth and the impact of government policy on the entire populace. Specific regions, local projects, or international topics are not included.
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2024-04-29
Interpellation concerning the state funding of elective abortions (No. 606)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is exclusively national, concentrating on the demographic crisis of the Estonian people and the need to increase the number of taxpayers.
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2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding pressure exerted by the European Central Bank on the Basel Committee (No. 628)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on international and national financial management issues, concentrating specifically on the role of the European Central Bank and the Bank of Estonia, as well as the interpretation of the European Union's founding treaties. There is no regional or local focus.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively on state matters, addressing the conformity of the Republic of Estonia's election law and constitution. A brief reference to the manner of speech of South and North Estonians is merely a rhetorical digression and holds no political substance.
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2024-04-16
The Minister of Culture's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035" (including the implementation of the "Estonian Sports Policy Fundamentals until 2030")

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national existential issues (the survival of the nation-state and integration), as well as international topics concerning Ukraine and migration. The arrival via Russia is mentioned separately.
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2024-04-15
Inquiry concerning traffic management on national roads (No. 608)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The focus is primarily on national issues (state roads, the disintegration of the Estonian state). Local politics are briefly mentioned in connection with the formation of a corrupt city government, and the closure of the Narva power plants is criticized within the context of energy policy.
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2024-04-10
First reading of the Draft Resolution (365 OE) of the Riigikogu concerning the resolution titled "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Eliminate the Russian-Language Versions of the Websites of Ministries and Other Government Agencies."

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on the national and international level, covering the principles of the Estonian nation-state, the Language Act, and relations with the aggressor state. The topic of Russian assets and the designation as hostile towards Ukraine are also mentioned. Specific local or regional issues are absent.
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2024-04-04
Elections of the Riigikogu Board

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is strictly national, centering on the internal political procedures of the Riigikogu and the democratic course of the Republic of Estonia.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act" (279 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national issues (Estonia's demographic collapse and the emptying land) and international topics (the war in Ukraine and historical examples drawn from the United States and Latin America). Specific local or regional Estonian problems are not emphasized.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution (274 OE) of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare and Restore a Militarized Border Guard as a Separate Agency"

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly regional and international, emphasizing the need to compare the organization of the Estonian border guard with solutions used in "other countries in the region." The emphasis is on political comparison, not on local or domestic projects.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level on reforming the justice system and ensuring accountability. Regional awareness is demonstrated by the mention of police prefects within the context of the East, West, North, and South prefectures, emphasizing the necessity for democratic oversight of local leaders as well.
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2024-04-03
War and Peace

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on international and national security issues, particularly at the intersection of the war in Ukraine and Estonian immigration policy. The Baltic states are mentioned as the next potential victims of Russian aggression, emphasizing broader regional security concerns and the positions of NATO officials.
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2024-04-03
The Situation in the Republic of Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is at the national level, centering on the assets of the Estonian people and strategic infrastructure (power plants, ports, and highways). Russia is mentioned only in the context of criticizing the prime minister's actions, and not as a regional focus.
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2024-04-03
National Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on the national level (constitutional amendments and the right to vote in local elections) as well as international security and migration issues. Russia, Belarus, and third countries such as Bangladesh, Iraq, and Iran are mentioned.
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2024-04-03
New taxes

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Not enough data
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2024-04-02
Interpellation concerning the abuse of power by the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) in connection with the unlawful suppression of freedom of speech and expression (No. 620)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus indirectly concerns Narva (in the context of the Narva tank) and the specific local case of monument removal, which has been elevated to the level of national political debate.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning men of mobilization age from Ukraine in Estonia (No. 619)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is clearly on international issues, addressing the war in Ukraine and Estonia's state policy concerning Ukrainian men of mobilization age. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on their previous role in securing the independence of the Republic of Estonia (the withdrawal of Russian forces), which constitutes a national focus.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The primary focus is on the integral survival of the Estonian state and people, and at the national level. Internationally, attention is focused on the sources of immigration (Slavic areas, Africa, the Middle East) and the spread of information. This is mentioned in the context of the change of power in Tallinn, but not as a priority of local politics.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (Estonia's population growth and immigration policy) and on the international level (referencing the end of the war and the necessity of rebuilding the homeland). Local activities (the construction of apartment buildings) are used solely as evidence when criticizing national policy.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The regional focus is illustrative, using examples from Saaremaa, Haapsalu, and various county centers to demonstrate how low wages impact life across different regions of Estonia. The emphasis is placed on domestic economic inequality and the ability to cope, also highlighting the commuter traffic between Tallinn and Haapsalu.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Concerning the Undermining of the State's Foundations (No. 523)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is divided between the national level (Estonian societal values, the drug market) and the international level (European values, migration, the definition of the war in Ukraine). Germany’s legalization of cannabis is mentioned as an example of a negative European trend.
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2024-03-20
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Member's Status Act (339 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

No data available.
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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act, the Local Government Council Election Act, and the European Parliament Election Act (292 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is exclusively at the national level, addressing electoral laws, the legitimacy of the Riigikogu, and the constitutional order of the Estonian state. Specific regional or local topics are not covered.
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2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is exclusively on state institutions and the activities of the central government, including the Prosecutor's Office, the Security Police Board, and the President of the Republic. Regional or international focus is absent.
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2024-03-18
Interpellation concerning problems related to the restriction on official actions (No. 320)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is clearly on the national issues of the rule of law and corruption within the Republic of Estonia, specifically concentrating on the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and law enforcement agencies. A case concerning an appointment to the European Court of Auditors is also mentioned, which lends an international dimension to the topic.
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2024-03-13
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (322 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare a Comprehensive National Defence Development Vision Extending up to the Year 2045 and a New Extraordinary National Defence Development Plan Deriving from It, Extending up to the Year 2034"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly on the national level (Estonia's defense capability) and international events (the war in Ukraine), which are used as the foundation for the arguments. Local or regional topics are absent.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Increasing the Birth Rate of the Estonian People" (283 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus is on the national birth rate problem, but the solution is aimed at improving the operational capacity of local governments in the provision of housing. The role of the local level in adapting and providing housing is emphasized.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The focus is entirely on the national level, dealing with VAT policy and its impact on elderly residents throughout Estonia. Specific regions, local projects, or international issues are not mentioned.
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2024-03-13
Participation of the Defense Forces in the War in Ukraine

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily centered on international and geopolitical issues, analyzing the military plans of the US and Poland, as well as Ukraine's inability to win the war independently. Domestically, the emphasis is on the necessity of guaranteeing Estonia's defense capability and ensuring armament is located within Estonia to resist a Russian attack.
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2024-03-13
What was discussed with Macron

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The focus is clearly at the national and international level, highlighting Estonia's defense capabilities and its commitment to protecting NATO's eastern flank. The discussion also covers international issues related to the war in Ukraine and the actions taken by France (Macron).
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2024-03-11
Interpellation Concerning the Negative Impacts of the Motor Vehicle Tax on Families with Children (No. 602)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is national, addressing the impact of the car tax and government intervention on the daily lives and consumption choices of all Estonian people. Specific regional or local topics are not emphasized; instead, the problems of the "ordinary Estonian person" are addressed.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning business activities originating in Estonia and related to Russia during the War in Ukraine (No. 598)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national security and international relations (Russia, NATO, the European Union). Specific logistical points such as Sillamäe and transit countries like Kazakhstan, which are linked to Russian business activities, are mentioned.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is set at the national level (Estonian demography, the country's economic policy) and the international level (including comparisons of living standards and fertility rates with Finland, Sweden, and Germany). Local or regional issues are not addressed.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (290 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national legislation, but its consequences are illustrated using local examples from Tallinn and the Ida-Viru municipalities. Additionally, international examples (Sweden, Iran, Russia) are used to emphasize security and social problems, highlighting the internal security aspect.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Law Enforcement Act (163 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on national social and public order issues in Estonia, particularly concerning the growth of the Muslim community and incidents of violence linked to immigration. These topics are discussed within a broader European context, highlighting that the degradation of women is occurring in 21st-century Europe.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Bill (359 SE) for the Act supplementing the Act on the Organization of the Energy Sector and the Act on Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is on the national level (the Estonian economy and energy management) and the global level, criticizing the impact of European green policy on Africa. Specific local or regional projects in Estonia are not emphasized; instead, large infrastructure projects (offshore wind farms) are addressed.
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2024-03-06
Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The focus is on international security issues (the war in Ukraine) and national policy. Comparisons are used with regional countries (Finland, Poland, and Sweden) to emphasize their clear stance on sending troops to Ukraine, contrasting this with the Estonian government's lack of clarity.
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2024-03-06
The Prime Minister's Messages

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

No data is available. The focus is exclusively at the national level on the internal organization of parliament and the rules of debate.
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2024-03-06
Transition to Estonian-language education

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The focus is distinctly regional and local, centering on the specific Metsküla school and the broader issue of rural schools. This highlights concerns regarding the survival of educational opportunities for local communities and rural areas, calling for a national solution to a local problem.
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2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is at the national level, concentrating on the energy independence of the Republic of Estonia and its capacity to cope within the context of transposing an international directive.
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2024-03-05
2024 Report by the Minister of Education and Research on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Eesti 2035" (Education Reforms)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is strongly regional, concentrating on the problem of closing rural schools and educational institutions in small settlements, which exacerbates the educational crisis. The case of Metsküla school is used as an example of the negative impact of over-centralization on local initiative and funding. It is stressed that the survival of rural schools is essential, even when student numbers are low.
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2024-03-04
Inquiry regarding the promotion of gender equality and equal treatment in private and family life (No. 268)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The only regional reference is Pärnu, which is used as an illustrative example of past gender equality and women's pride in their role. There is no focus on regional policy issues or local economic problems.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the impact of the motor vehicle tax (No. 610)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is strictly national, addressing government tax policy and its impact on consumer behavior nationwide. There are no specific regional or local topics.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the rise in the cost of living in Estonia (No. 599)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily directed toward the decline of rural areas, which is viewed as a direct consequence of government policy. Specific issues are highlighted, such as the closure of dairies and sawmills, and the termination of agricultural production, leading people to sell their machinery and leave the countryside.
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2024-02-21
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (166 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is divided between national (language policy, education, the status of the state language) and international topics (Russian aggression, sanctions, Kaja Kallas's appearance at the Munich conference). The international context is used to criticize the government, highlighting Kaja Kallas's comparison between Ukrainian war refugees and the US-Mexico border issues. Specific local or regional projects are absent.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is at the national level (food prices, accessibility, tax revenue), which affects "absolutely every single person in Estonia." Simultaneously, strong emphasis is placed on the specific problems and experiences of agriculture and real life (farming, keeping cows, cooling milk), contrasting this with the lives of state officials and large corporations.
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2024-02-21
Second Reading of the Draft Act (347 SE) on the Amendment of the Aviation Act and the Health Care Services Organization Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The focus is national, emphasizing the need to establish helicopter bases across various locations in Estonia to ensure the availability of the service. Special emphasis is placed on the necessity of the service in more remote regions, such as Saaremaa, Southern Estonia, and Manilaiu, citing previous crisis situations.
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2024-02-21
Internal Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily placed on national internal security and the preservation of the nation in Estonia, especially in light of population growth and shifting ethnic composition. Furthermore, there is an important international focus on the war in Ukraine and its repercussions (refugee waves, UN decisions).
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2024-02-21
Sanctions and political party funding

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is entirely on national political scandals, party funding, and international sanctions (Russia, the extradition of US crypto entrepreneurs). There is no regional or local focus.
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2024-02-21
A campaign spreading fear of war on the streets of Tallinn

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

There is not enough data.
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2024-02-19
Interpellation concerning Drug-Related Deaths (No. 496)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is heavily placed on international and national security and health issues. Particular emphasis is placed on the threat stemming from uncontrolled movement between Estonia and Ukraine, while also referencing Russia and Belarus as regions where drug addiction is rampant on an epidemic scale. To establish context, examples from the USA (Vietnam, the hippie period) and Afghanistan are also utilized.
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2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on international issues, particularly the impact of European Union regulations on Estonian lawmaking and the economy. The Food Association (Toiduliit) is mentioned as a specific example of a sector burdened by EU directives.
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2024-02-14
Car Tax and Society

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

A strong focus is placed on the problems faced by people living in rural areas and further away from major centers, who must commute to work in Tallinn or Tartu. Special emphasis is also placed on the fact that children's school commutes have lengthened by tens of kilometers due to the administrative reform. Specifically, the concerns of the residents of Läänemaa are mentioned, and the construction of the Haapsalu–Tallinn railway is demanded.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly national, centered on Estonian business, taxpayers, and the state budget as a whole. Specific regional or international topics are absent.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill (217 SE) to Amend the Income Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is entirely on national themes, addressing the nationwide issue concerning state treasury revenues and teachers' pay.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Prosecutor's Office Act and the Courts Act (167 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is strictly national, centering on the issues facing the Estonian legal system and the Prosecutor's Office, as well as the work of the Riigikogu (Parliament). There are no references to specific regional, local, or international economic or social issues.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Study Allowances and Study Loans Act (288 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The regional focus addresses labor mobility between Estonia and Finland. The speaker suggests that students might opt for immediate, better-paying jobs in Finland, instead of struggling financially in Estonia while pursuing an uncertain education.
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2024-02-07
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Higher Education Act (291 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The focus is clearly national, concentrating on the role of the University of Tartu as the national university and the status of the Estonian language as a language of science. Regional or local topics are not addressed; instead, the impact of internationalization on national goals is emphasized.
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2024-02-07
Estonia's trade with Russia

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on international relations and the national enforcement of sanctions, referencing trade activity with Russia and business conducted through third countries (e.g., Kazakhstan).
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2024-02-07
Nordica Special Audit

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Not enough data
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning immigration (No. 588)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The focus is at the national level (the behavior of Estonians, the status of the Estonian language), even though a personal experience in a local grocery store is used as an example. The emphasis is placed on how international politics influences everyday life in Estonia.
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2024-02-05
Interpellation regarding the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments (No. 289)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the vital importance of tourism in maintaining regional policy. Saaremaa (with its Georg Ots Spa and Opera Days) and Pärnu are specifically mentioned, with Pärnu being described as a crumbling provincial town where former industries, and now tourism too, are disappearing.
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2024-01-24
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (360 OE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Resolution "Formation of the Estonian Delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on the international level (the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe) and the national decision-making process. There is no reference whatsoever to local or regional issues.
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2024-01-24
Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national security and the international context (NATO, the Baltic Sea, Russia's submarine fleet). Estonia's situation is compared with examples from Europe and Finland, emphasizing Estonia's logistical vulnerability as a "dead-end state" concerning the risk of being cut off from allied assistance.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national policy (the car tax), which affects the transport choices of all citizens. Locations (Balti jaam, Raasiku) are mentioned only in the context of criticizing the respondent's personal transport choice, not as a focus of regional policy.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the underfunding of state infrastructure (No. 334)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The regional focus is directed towards national highways and connections, emphasizing the need to develop the Europe-bound Via Baltica and the Tartu and Narva/St. Petersburg roads. Attention is centered on the national transport network, rather than narrowly local issues.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the environmental impact of mandatory building renovation and citizens' ability to pay (No. 123)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is largely national, concentrating on the affordability and housing issues facing the Estonian people (especially the poor and pensioners). Ideologically, there is an emphasis on international influence, referencing mandates from Brussels and drawing historical comparisons with the policies of the British Labour Party.
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2024-01-18
Debate on the National Issue of Crucial Importance: "Strong Rural Schools and a Strong School Network"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is heavily placed on preserving the vitality, employment, and settlement patterns of rural areas, underscoring the necessity of regional policy. It uses concrete examples from Pärnu County, including Tori municipality and several other centers (Lihula, Vändra, Kilingi-Nõmme), to illustrate the rapid population decline and the impact of urban sprawl.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Customs Act (350 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2024-01-17
The Bronze Soldier

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is on national security and international ideological confrontation, pitting "the European side" against "the Russian side" (Moscow, Poklonnaya Gora). The Bronze Soldier is viewed as a critical landmark that impacts the integrity and security of the Estonian state.
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2024-01-17
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily on rural regions, highlighting the bankruptcies of local businesses (such as sawmills) and the resulting job losses outside of major metropolitan areas. The speaker stresses how government decisions (the proposed car tax, the cancellation of bus routes) are making life in the countryside impossible, forcing people either to relocate to Tallinn or to leave Estonia entirely.
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2024-01-16
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Public Prosecutor's Office Act (105 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The focus is on national institutions (the Prosecutor's Office, the Central Criminal Police) and nationwide scandals (Slava Ukraini); regional focus is lacking.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry concerning the misappropriation of "Slava Ukraini" funds and the related investigation (No. 578)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is entirely on national issues, addressing high-profile Estonian criminal cases and the work of national investigative agencies. The Lihula shooting incident and the Danske Bank case are mentioned, but they serve as examples illustrating the need for national oversight.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is clearly on national security and international threats, especially Russian intelligence activities and the potential consequences of the war in Ukraine. Domestically within Estonia, various regions (Pärnu, Võru, Assamalla, Saaremaa) are mentioned only as examples of where immigrants or agents might spread.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry Regarding the Saaremaa Fixed Link (No. 278)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is heavily placed on regional policy and specific regional infrastructure projects, such as the Saaremaa fixed link and the restoration of the railway connections to Pärnu and Haapsalu. It is emphasized that these projects are crucial from the standpoint of both regional development and national logistics.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the necessity and construction of Rail Baltic (No. 262)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is on domestic transport infrastructure and its priorities, demanding that real regional connections (Via Baltica, as well as the Haapsalu and Pärnu railways) be prioritized over the international Rail Baltic project. Existing issues on the Tartu-Tallinn train line and Elron malfunctions at Lelle are also mentioned, underscoring the necessity of addressing local bottlenecks.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is exclusively on national issues, such as the demographic crisis, the actions of the ruling coalition, and the Estonian liberal press.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is primarily on national security and national interests, highlighting the shift in Tallinn's demographic situation and the erosion of the Estonian-language environment. Internationally, emphasis is placed on relations with Ukraine and Russia, and Estonia's role as a model for Europe.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the wartime indirect fire capability of the Defense Forces (No. 72)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is strongly national and international, centering on the defense of Estonian territory, NATO's eastern flank, and the Russian threat. The war in Ukraine is also cited as both a point of comparison and a cautionary example.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the unified Estonian school (No. 13)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The focus is primarily on national policy, but concern is expressed regarding the regional education network. It criticizes the closure of small rural schools and the contraction of the school network in the counties, linking this to the destruction of Estonian-language education.
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2024-01-10
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (Bill 239 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is exclusively at the national level, concentrating specifically on the procedures within the Riigikogu chamber and the presence of political parties.
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2024-01-10
First reading of the Bill on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (220 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker specifically focuses on regional issues, highlighting the impact of tax increases on transport links to small islands, including the Kihnu community.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (184 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The focus is on national tax policy and legislation. An international and historical example is used as a rhetorical device (England's tax policy in the 18th and 19th centuries).
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2024-01-10
The War in Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is heavily on international and national security. Regionally, the increased pre-war readiness of the Finnish and Swedish governments and societies is emphasized, using them as examples of why Estonia must also quickly build itself into a fortress. A broader global focus (Taiwan, China, Iran, Israel) is also mentioned, which affects US capability.
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2024-01-10
The Situation in the Republic of Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The focus is exclusively on national issues, such as public finances, tax policy, the management of state assets (Nordica), and the reliability of e-elections. There is no regional or international focus.
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