By Plenary Sessions: Martin Helme
Total Sessions: 126
Fully Profiled: 126
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The focus is primarily on domestic issues (cultural policy, economy, and internal security). Internationally, it criticizes the government's passivity in Brussels when it comes to shaping EU policy, accusing the Prime Minister of merely taking orders and relying heavily on Poland. It also brings up the Minister of the Interior's actions related to securing state funding for a specific local road section.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is heavily regional, emphasizing the protection of the rights of local governments and communities against the government’s centralizing policies. Of particular importance is the issue of informing and involving local residents in planning processes, which is currently being sought to be limited by law.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The focus is clearly on national security (border infrastructure, the utilization of national defense funding) and international relations, particularly concerning NATO and the activation of Article 4. Officials from the US State Department and the former Deputy Secretary-General of Lithuania are also mentioned, emphasizing the international dimension.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing the Estonian state's budget, debt, and fiscal direction. Regional or international topics are not covered.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is heavily on the national level, dealing with the general state of the Estonian economy and finance, purchasing power, and state debt. The international context is also mentioned, highlighting the depth of Estonia's economic downturn compared to Europe and the rest of the world. Among specific projects, the high cost of Rail Baltic is criticized, but there is no local or regional focus.
2025-09-24
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing
The focus is exclusively on the national and international level, addressing Estonia's economic recession within the European context and the overall status of the state budget. The unauthorized use of Estonian airspace by other countries is mentioned. Specific local or regional topics are not covered.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is heavily on international and national security issues, including events that took place in Estonia's exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and border defense. Important are comparisons with the conduct of allied countries (Denmark, Sweden, Great Britain, France, Germany) and Finland regarding adherence to international law and the closure of borders.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The focus is exclusively national, concentrating on the security of the Estonian state and the actions of the government.
2025-09-17
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.
The focus is heavily placed on national security interests and the international context, particularly regarding the use of Estonian territory for waging war against Russia in support of Ukraine. There is no specific emphasis on local or regional projects.
2025-09-15
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is on national issues, covering the management of the national defense budget and the nationwide problem of nuisance wildlife (wolves and bears), which cause economic damage. Specific local or international projects are not mentioned.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is primarily on national issues (the healthcare system, foreign relations) and administrative matters at the local government level. Specifically, the local elections bill is being addressed, concerning the residency requirement and the associated legal confusion within municipalities. There is no specific regional emphasis.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
It focuses primarily on national security and infrastructure projects, such as the development of the Estonian border and the protection of airspace against drones. The emphasis is on domestic security and the administration of national defense.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on national security and international relations (Ukrainian military aid, Russian drones, US oversight of HIMARS). Defense topics are addressed within the context of the Republic of Estonia's airspace and defense capabilities. Local or regional Estonian topics are not included.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker's focus is predominantly national (tax policy, the education system, e-voting) and international (Ukraine's EU accession, a drone explosion). Regional focus is absent, although the scope of the national monitoring system (PPA cameras) is described as nationwide.
2025-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national security, law and order, and preventing the undermining of the constitutional order. Internationally, attention is directed toward Sweden's "catastrophic immigration policy" and the importation of its consequences into Estonia. Specific local or regional Estonian topics are absent.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is strictly national, addressing the overall situation of the Estonian economy and its people, as well as the work of the Riigikogu. Regional or local topics are absent.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The focus is on the national level (Estonian internal security and economy) and international comparisons. The consequences of mass immigration in other countries are highlighted, especially in the context of migration originating from African and Muslim countries.
2025-06-02
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session
The focus is on national issues, covering the functioning of the rule of law and the Prosecutor's Office, as well as nationwide wind energy policy. There is no specific regional or local emphasis.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The focus is primarily on national economic policy and tax revenue in Estonia, highlighting the necessity of eliminating border trade through reductions in excise duties. The Latvian example (specifically, VAT on foodstuffs) is utilized within the context of the shadow economy and wage growth to bolster their arguments for tax cuts.
2025-05-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.
The focus is on international security issues and the position of the Estonian state regarding Russia, emphasizing Estonia's isolation in resolving the crisis. Several European countries and international waterways are mentioned to show how other countries failed to intervene.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The focus is primarily on national issues (the Estonian labor market, healthcare, education) and international comparisons (Latvia, Lithuania, Sweden, Germany). Mention is made of the deteriorating streetscape in Tallinn and regions where Estonian-speaking children are a minority in schools, underscoring the impact of immigration on the local living environment.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The focus is primarily national (Estonia’s constitutional order, security, and economy) and international. Reference is made to European Union regulations regarding CO2 and political trends in Germany and the United States to illustrate the danger of totalitarianism.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
The regional focus is on South Estonia (Põlva, Võru), which is being used as an example of the hypocrisy displayed by cabinet members in their own constituencies. The speaker emphasizes that these government officials present themselves there as "normal country folk," but then vote in Tallinn for ideological and unpopular laws.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The regional focus is primarily directed toward national issues, particularly the competitiveness of the Estonian economy and energy stability. Specifically, there is mention of the decommissioning of the Narva oil shale power plants, and reference is made to halting cross-border trade by lowering the diesel excise duty.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is heavily on international security issues (the Ukraine-Russia war, the US/NATO position) and at the national level (Estonian defense, net migration). In the economic context, the average wage in Harju County is mentioned.
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
A strong emphasis is placed on maintaining a domestic and regional focus, criticizing the sheer scale of the planned wind farms, which practically cover the entirety of Estonia, both on land and at sea. Crucial to this is the autonomy of local governments (KOV) in managing their own planning processes, and the direct impact on residents who are facing structures the size of the Tallinn TV Tower being built in their backyards.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The speech focuses entirely on the national level: government policy, the state budget deficit, tax policy, and social security issues. There are no references to specific regional or international topics, with the exception of increased national defense spending.
2025-04-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is strictly on the national level, specifically addressing Estonia's election management and e-voting procedures. Regional or international topics will not be covered.
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is exclusively at the national level, dealing with tax and budget policy.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is placed on rural areas and protecting the interests of rural residents, while criticizing the closure of rural schools and cuts to road construction. It also highlights the impact of wind farm planning in nearly every municipality, which is forcing people to abandon their homes.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The data is insufficient. The speech focuses exclusively on national legislation and parliamentary work.
2025-03-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is clearly national and rooted in public law, concentrating on issues of Estonian citizenship and the nation-state. The international context is also mentioned, referencing citizens of various countries (Switzerland, Canada, Belarus, Russia) whose voting rights in Estonia should be restricted.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The focus is primarily national (the Estonian nation-state, security, taxation) and international (Western European immigration issues, support for Ukraine and Moldova). Local or regional topics are not covered; the emphasis is placed on national security and the threat of Russification.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is primarily on the national level (Estonian tax burden, ERR, Delfi), but it also touches upon international topics (Russian citizens, Ukrainians). Tallinn is mentioned as a place where the consequences of Russification are visible when walking around.
2025-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The focus is clearly at the national level (decisions by the Estonian government, the Riigikogu) and the international level (vaccine manufacturers, European authorities). There are no specific regional or local problems.
2025-03-12
The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.
The focus is primarily on international security and foreign policy issues (NATO, Russia, the USA, Brussels), as well as matters at the national level (the activities of the Estonian government, mineral resources). Activities in Iraq, Afghanistan, Mali, and Mozambique are also mentioned. There is no local or regional focus.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The regional focus is strictly national, centering on Estonian taxpayers and consumers—those who foot the bill—and on national energy policy. Specific local or regional projects are not highlighted, with the exception of national infrastructure projects (gas terminals, wind farms).
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
A strong regional focus is placed on the problems of rural life and the agricultural sector (beekeeping), especially concerning the damage caused by wild animals (bears), which is a significant issue in rural areas.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
There is no regional focus; instead, the emphasis is on the national and constitutional level, particularly regarding the broader regulation of local government elections in the Estonian context.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on national issues, such as Estonian governance, economic management, and the fate of the state-owned airline (Nordica). The international context is also mentioned through the insulting of allies (USA/Trump), emphasizing that this harms Estonia's interests. There is no concentration on specific local or regional projects within Estonia.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is primarily on international relations (the USA as the biggest ally and insulting its government) and national issues (the Estonian constitution, government corruption, and religious matters). Regional or local topics are absent.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on international relations and maintaining alliance relationships, emphasizing the role of the United States and criticizing their violation.
2025-01-30
Fifteenth Estonian Parliament, fifth session, plenary session.
The focus is on constitutional and legislative issues at the national level, although the draft bill under consideration also touches upon the international aspect (the selection of individual countries).
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is at the national level, addressing Estonia's energy system, economy, and consumer costs. The development of both offshore and onshore wind farms is mentioned, as well as existing oil shale power plants. The international context is used to criticize government policy, referencing the positions of US and European leaders.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is exclusively on national topics, such as parliamentary procedure and nationwide education policy.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on the national level (the Estonian economy, public finances, and pensioners), but international comparisons with Latvia and Lithuania are used to support the arguments. These countries are cited as examples regarding the imposition of an extraordinary bank tax.
2024-12-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.
The focus is on national security, highlighting the direct threat facing Estonia ("it's coming specifically for us, here in Estonia"). The broader European context concerning the potential threat of war is also addressed.
2024-12-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is placed on strategic national issues (Estonia's mineral resources) and the international level, specifically addressing the European Union’s interest and the activities of foreign entrepreneurs in Estonia. Specific local regions are not mentioned.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is directed toward national security and international missions (Mozambique, Lebanon, Syria), where it is emphasized that Estonia is neither an empire nor responsible for the security of other regions. The necessity of keeping Estonian soldiers in the homeland is stressed, given that the security situation has radically changed.
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is on national energy security and the fate of Eesti Energia, which is a nationwide issue. Nevertheless, a specific regional example from Narva is cited, referencing the situation of cold and darkness that has already occurred there, in order to emphasize the direct consequences of the policy.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national crises (the birth rate crisis, youth suicides), but to illustrate the government’s austerity policy, examples are specifically drawn from the local level, mentioning the closure of schools in Metsküla and Vana-Vigala.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is clearly at the national and constitutional level, addressing the question of political power in Estonia. The international focus is limited to discussing the voting rights of citizens of third countries (Ukraine, Albania, Turkey, Switzerland, Norway) and the mechanism of bilateral agreements.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The focus is on national and international issues, covering the Estonian Constitution, the principle of suffrage, and relations with the European Union and the Russian Federation. There is no specific regional or local focus.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The focus is on national macroeconomic and fiscal issues (inflation, budget, competitiveness) and international climate agreements (the Paris Climate Agreement, Fit for 55). Specific regional or local topics are absent.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The regional focus is strong, emphasizing that government policy is detrimental from a regional policy standpoint (e.g., closing schools, cutting transport funding, failing to build four-lane roads). It is stressed that civil defense and evacuation plans directly concern local governments and rural areas.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on national issues, primarily the policy concerning the financing of the Health Insurance Fund and the prioritization of services, without addressing specific regional topics.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The regional focus is highlighted through the Lihula monument incident, which is used as an example of the government's violation of the principles of the rule of law and the destruction of the faith of patriots. Other regional or local topics are absent.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is divided between the national level (Estonian demographic stability and the political culture of the Riigikogu) and the international level (the war in Ukraine, mass migration/inflow from Eastern Ukraine).
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the national level (Estonia's economy and budget), but there is a strong international comparison regarding economic growth (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden). In the security context, the Netherlands and Sweden are referenced as countries where mass immigration has increased crime. Local examples of school closures are also mentioned (Metsküla School).
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national themes (Estonian demography, the state budget) and international aid policy (Ukraine, the reconstruction of other countries). Local or regional topics are absent, with the emphasis placed instead on the country's general political and social direction.
2024-10-10
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.
Insufficient data. The focus is on national legislation and socio-political regulation.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The focus is directed toward the regional impact of national policy, highlighting concerns over the additional costs and obligations placed upon local governments (LGAs) during the reorganization of special welfare funding.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is primarily on national issues (the Estonian economy, the persistence of the nation-state) and international concerns (Eurososcialism, aid to Ukraine). Specific national projects and resources are mentioned—such as Rail Baltic, the oil shale industry, and phosphorite—which carry a strong regional impact, but the debate itself is conducted at the level of national policy and security.
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on national infrastructure and main highways, emphasizing the importance of developing four-lane roads for the Via Baltica (the main highway), the Tartu route, and the Narva route. The necessity of achieving the goal of connecting major cities with four-lane roads is also stressed.
2024-09-26
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on national economic problems and budget priorities, while simultaneously criticizing large international projects such as Rail Baltic. There is also mention of living at the expense of the Estonian people due to the allocation of 250 million euros to Ukraine, even as ports and schools remain unbuilt in Estonia.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The focus is on national legislation and international conventions that are being incorporated into Estonian law (with reference to the International Labour Organization). Data regarding specific regional or local topics is unavailable.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is primarily national (the Estonian economy, budget, Rail Baltic) and international, comparing Estonia to other European countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Germany) and global economies (the IMF, Haiti, Sudan). Regional focus is lacking, although the major national infrastructure project, Rail Baltic, is mentioned.
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
The focus is at the national level, addressing the overall state of the Estonian economy and the actions of the government. The international context (IMF) is utilized to emphasize the severity of the economic downturn.
2024-09-23
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on international issues, emphasizing Estonia's non-involvement in Middle East conflicts. Additionally, at the national level, attention will be paid to the fate of the diplomatic representation (the consulate general).
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The focus is clearly national, addressing the impact of Estonia's economic growth and energy policy on all Estonian people. Specific regional projects or communities are not emphasized.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
The focus is clearly national, dealing with the Estonian economy, tax policy, and legal system. Regional projects or local communities are not emphasized, apart from a reference to the Lihula monument case in the context of freedom.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on national constitutional issues and ideological opposition to the global liberal regime. Instead of a regional focus, the Lihula monument case is used as an example to illustrate the abuse of Section 151¹ of the Penal Code (KarS).
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
The focus is on national issues such as the birth rate crisis and the impact of the real estate market on the Estonian people. Also mentioned are the closures of small schools and the difficulties young farmers face in acquiring land, which points to concern for the welfare of rural areas and the local population.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on the national level, addressing Estonia’s national defense, taxpayer interests, and the continued existence of the nation-state. Internationally, attention is directed toward the context of the war in Ukraine, distinguishing the weaponry of allied units from Estonian equipment, and criticism regarding the subsidization of the American military-industrial complex.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The primary regional focus is on the Lihula events, which are, however, discussed more broadly as an example of the violation of the rule of law and constitutional freedoms. Other regional or local topics are absent; the focus is on national politics and history policy.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is distinctly national, centering on the broad issues within the Estonian education system, the linguistic environment, and immigration policy. Sinimäed (Blue Hills) is mentioned in relation to historical interpretation, but there is no specific economic or local regional focus.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The focus is primarily on domestic and national themes (the Estonian nation-state, Russification), but also on the international context (Ukraine, the collapse of the Soviet Union). Local politics are also mentioned, referencing the purchase of a ministerial post to secure the situation in the Tallinn City Council.
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
The focus is strictly national, concentrating on the impact of tax policy on the overall well-being and prosperity of the Estonian people. Specific regional or local issues will not be addressed.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The focus is on domestic issues (poverty in Estonia), but the impact of cross-border economic activity is highlighted, with repeated references to shopping trips to Latvia. People are also urged to register their cars in Lithuania, the Czech Republic, or other countries in order to resist the government.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The focus is strictly on the national level, dealing with tax policy, the general economic situation, and the broader impact of the green transition on Estonian businesses. Specific regional or local projects are not mentioned.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The focus is mainly on major national projects (Rail Baltic, the green transition) and the overall state of the national budget. The international direction is also mentioned, demanding a significant reduction in funds allocated to supporting Ukraine (300–500 million euros annually). Individual local or regional issues are not addressed.
2024-06-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on international issues (Ukraine's EU accession) and their direct impact on Estonia (budget, agriculture, demography). There is also mention of the problems faced by Ukraine's neighboring countries regarding cheap agricultural produce, which suggests a broader regional awareness.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker draws special attention to the economic well-being of rural residents, who are negatively impacted by the rising land tax and the vehicle tax. However, the focus is broader, encompassing national taxes and budget priorities that affect all average wage earners and pensioners.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
The focus is on national governance (ministry activities, public policy) and European Union policy (European directives). There are no references to local or regional topics.
2024-05-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing
The focus is primarily on national economic and social issues (pensions, the state budget). A significant regional emphasis is placed on the Rail Baltic project, which is described as an infrastructure project that will bankrupt Estonia, intended to connect Tallinn with Berlin.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The focus is on national issues: the government budget deficit, pension policy, and tax hikes (on cars, real estate, and land tax), all of which affect every resident of Estonia. There is no regional focus.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
Insufficient data. The focus is on national policy and government action.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on national issues (the status of the Estonian language, the preservation of the nation-state) and international ones (mass immigration from Slavic countries). Specific local or regional topics are not covered in the speech.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The regional focus indirectly touches upon topics related to Eastern Estonia (the Narva tank, immigration from the East, the Russian church), but the approach is framed at the level of national security and the integrity of society. Specific local projects or economic interests are not emphasized.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is clearly on national and international topics, analyzing the state of Estonian democracy and comparing it with other countries (Finland, Sweden, Russia, Venezuela). There is no specific regional or local focus, apart from a brief illustrative reference to mobile masts in Harju County used to describe anomalies in e-voting.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The regional focus concerns the Prime Minister's receptions across Estonia (Türi, Võru, Saaremaa), with these examples being used to illustrate his/her unpopularity. In the economic context, Estonia is compared negatively against neighboring countries like Latvia, Finland, Sweden, and Germany.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The regional focus is strong, emphasizing the problems in Ida-Virumaa (the teachers' salary coefficient and housing) and the significant teacher shortages in Tallinn and Narva (a total of 586 kindergarten teachers and 749 school teachers). Specific schools are also mentioned, such as Toila Gymnasium and Jõhvi Gymnasium, and reference is made to the concerns of local governments (the Association of Cities and Municipalities).
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
Insufficient data.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is primarily international (covering the activities of the European Central Bank, European deindustrialization, and the impact of CO2 quotas) and national (addressing Estonia's demographic crisis and the effect of interest rate hikes on the Estonian economy). Also mentioned are the effects of environmental requirements on the transport sector and restrictions on driving to "certain areas."
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the Estonian economy and energy sector, stressing the necessity of maintaining oil shale energy production and constructing a nuclear power plant to meet Estonia's basic needs. Rail Baltic is also mentioned as a significant state budget expenditure that impacts the nation's finances more broadly.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is entirely on national issues, covering the operation of Estonia's digital state, the legitimacy of elections, and the internal procedures of the Riigikogu (Parliament). A comparison with Russia concerning e-voting is brought up, but there is no focus on specific local or international projects.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The focus is on national issues, covering questions regarding the Riigikogu’s rules of procedure and constitutionality, as well as extensive national road construction. Specific regional projects or communities are not emphasized.
2024-04-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
A strong regional focus is placed on characterizing the candidate, emphasizing their origins in Virumaa. This regional background is used to confirm positive character traits (hardworking, keeps their word).
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is predominantly national (the crisis of the Estonian legal system, the long-term sustainability of the population) and international (assisting Ukraine, the education and integration of refugees, comparison with authoritarian regimes). A specific local or regional focus is lacking.
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is clearly on national and international topics, addressing the continued existence of the Estonian nation, the birth rate crisis, and comparing Estonia's migration volumes with other European countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland). The topic of Ukrainian war refugees is also covered, and referendums in 15 European countries are compared.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is exclusively on national issues, addressing the constitutional order and the electoral system as a whole. There are no references to local, regional, or international topics.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is exclusively on national institutions and the legality of their activities (the Prosecutor's Office, the Ministry of Justice, and the courts). There are no references to regional or local issues.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The focus is on national issues (Estonian inflation, poverty) and safeguarding domestic food production from a security perspective. The regional aspect manifests in the mention of intensifying border trade and its negative impact concerning Latvia, emphasizing the necessity of keeping money within Estonia.
2024-03-13
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The focus is on international security issues, particularly in the context of relations between the West and Russia and the war in Ukraine. The speaker stresses the necessity of defending the Estonian state and its people by keeping the soldiers within Estonia.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
It highlights decision-making processes at the local government level, using the closure of Metsküla school as an example. It emphasizes the necessity of direct democracy, particularly in the protection of local communities. The focus is on the legitimacy of local political decisions.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker clearly defends the interests of people living in rural and remote areas, arguing that the car tax is an attack on them. Although this is a specific regional emphasis, his primary focus remains on national issues such as the birth rate, immigration, and the national debt.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The regional focus is directed at Estonia's energy production capacity and infrastructure, emphasizing the negative impact of phasing out the Narva production facilities. Specific projects are mentioned, such as the Sõrve connection, the Gulf of Riga offshore wind farms, and the line planned for Saaremaa.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker primarily focuses on national and international topics, such as EU directives and global immigration. The regional focus includes mentioning the economic downturn in Ida-Viru County and emphasizing the role of local governments (LGOs) in education, culture, and planning (for example, the placement of wind turbines). The influence of LGOs on the presidential election via the Electoral College is also highlighted.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Domestically, the speaker focuses on Narva and the impact that closing its large boilers will have on the country's overall production capacity. On the international stage, he criticizes the ethical and environmental consequences of biofuel production, pointing specifically to the widespread destruction and plundering of forests in the lower regions of the Asian continent.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is primarily national and pan-European (comparing inflation). Among local regions, Tallinn, Tartu, and Narva are mentioned regarding air quality, and Valga is noted for its public opposition to the car tax. The example of LaitseRallyPark is also referenced in the context of tax optimization.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
A strong focus is placed on the Estonian agricultural sector, emphasizing the support of farmers and the improvement of their livelihoods. Latvia is being used as an economic example to bolster the arguments for tax cuts. The general focus is on national taxes and the rules of the EU single market.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on national security and border control, but specific locations associated with security threats are mentioned: the University of Tartu (the Morozov case) and a Mustamäe residence (where a Ukrainian refugee family lives, affected by a psychological operation). A memorial to a deportation perpetrator located in the center of Tallinn is also mentioned.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is primarily on the national level (the Estonian economy, the budget crisis, and the well-being of the Estonian people) and the international level (the green transition, Brussels, and Europe). Neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania) are mentioned in a negative context as destinations for tax migration, owing to their more favorable tax conditions (alcohol excise duty, car tax).
2024-02-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on international trends (the European Commission, Asian traditions, Bill Gates in Canada) and their impact on the Estonian food market, noting that insect flour is already on the shelves in Estonian stores. There is no specific focus on local or regional Estonian problems.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.
The focus is primarily national (the Estonian economy, tax policy, the rule of law) and international (aiding Ukraine and the repatriation of profits by Swedish banks). He emphasizes that bank profits are being taken directly from the pockets of Estonian people and transferred to Swedish and Danish bank owners. Specific local or regional topics are absent.
2024-02-07
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on national issues, covering the state of the Estonian economy, tax policy, and the management of state-owned enterprises (Nordica). The international context is also mentioned, comparing Estonia's economic indicators with those of Europe and discussing the bank tax on foreign capital.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on the national-level excise policy, which affects all consumers and the fuel price more broadly. Specific regional interests or areas are not emphasized.
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
It focuses primarily on national infrastructure projects that connect major cities (Tallinn-Tartu, Tallinn-Pärnu/Ikla, Tallinn-Narva), as well as the Saaremaa bridge project, emphasizing the importance of connecting Estonia's regions. A personal residence in Nõmme, Tallinn, is also mentioned to illustrate transport and logistical challenges.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is exclusively on the national level: economic policy, the tax system, and customs control regulations that affect the entire country. There are no references to specific regions, local issues, or international topics, apart from the general context of customs control.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the national level, addressing the significance of the Bronze Soldier symbol located in central Tallinn and broader Estonian security. A strong international dimension is evident, analyzing the dynamics of the military capabilities of the Eastern Bloc (Russia, China, Iran, North Korea) and the West.
2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is primarily on national security, demographics, and budget priorities. Internationally, attention is centered on the Russian threat, the rationale behind aiding Ukraine, and criticism of European Union funding. Among regional projects, Rail Baltic is mentioned, with reference made to the swamps of Pärnu County, as well as the failure of integration exemplified by the case of Raekoja plats (Town Hall Square).
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national lawmaking and administrative matters that impact the entire country (e.g., the closure of maternity hospitals). There is no specific regional or international focus.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is strongly international, concentrating on European development projects in Africa and the influence of China and Russia in the region. Regionally, emphasis is placed on Estonia's position within the Baltic and Nordic market segment in international banking, noting that Estonia typically remains in Sweden's shadow.