By Months: Raimond Kaljulaid
Total Months: 16
Fully Profiled: 16
10.2025
5 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the procedures for processing the state budget and in transparency requirements, while criticizing the lack of clarity regarding the section pertaining to education. Also evident is knowledge of the administrative division of the education sector (state vs. local government) and the mechanisms for assessing international reputation in connection with security policy decisions.
09.2025
40 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of national defense and security, being a member of the National Defense Committee and meticulously addressing the inventorying of reserves, advance payments, and procurement policy. He is also competent on the topic of regional development and economic indicators, demanding specific metrics and figures from ministers instead of emotional assessments. Furthermore, he is well-versed in the details of tax policy, referencing the gains and losses across various deciles.
06.2025
7 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the internal rules and legislative procedures of the Riigikogu, detailing the handling of bills, the third reading, and the role of the Board. Particular emphasis is placed on their knowledge of state secrets legislation and the oversight mechanisms for security agencies. They point out contradictions within the law and are fully aware of how the legislative process proceeds.
05.2025
14 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates detailed awareness of legislative procedures, especially the deadlines for implementing acts within the context of the Weapons Act, highlighting specific delay periods (133 days). Furthermore, they reference a study by Tallinn University of Technology regarding the negative consequences of platform work and are knowledgeable about regional infrastructure projects (the Läänemaa health path) and the impact of wind energy on national defense weaponry.
04.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense, maritime security, and strategic geography, highlighting Estonia's critical reliance on sea lines of communication and the inherent vulnerability of the Suwałki Gap. They employ specific terminology when discussing the rights of the Estonian Defence Forces, naval capabilities, and the fulfillment of NATO objectives. They emphasize that the risk being mitigated is tangible and genuinely exists.
03.2025
2 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in internal government procedures and security requirements (NATO clearances), referencing specific instances from cabinet meetings. Furthermore, they are knowledgeable about potential solutions for managing the defense sector and rebuilding public trust, citing the name of the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs as an example. A quote from a former prime minister is used to reinforce the arguments.
02.2025
15 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the foreign policy of Estonia's recent history, referring to specific events and statesmen in the 1990s, including Meri's diplomacy and Nordic support. On the topic of dangerous dogs, he relies on thorough preparatory work, utilizing statistics from the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) (approximately 600 call-outs per year) and referencing the positions of the Chancellor of Justice and the provisions of the Law Enforcement Act.
01.2025
3 Speeches
The text demonstrates a profound understanding of national defense, the history of defense spending, and civil protection. It utilizes specific data points (GDP percentages, the years 2012–2014, and comparisons of defense procurement volumes) and references the fundamentals of security policy and NATO summit agreements. It stresses the importance of developing civil protection, highlighting the value of learning from the experiences of others, such as Finland.
12.2024
8 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise on security and defense cooperation, bringing forward specific details regarding the activation and objectives of the JEF (Joint Expeditionary Force) crisis response capability in the Baltic Sea. Emphasis is also placed on the United Kingdom's commitment to contribute a brigade to the Estonian division, as well as the new level of cooperation achieved with France.
11.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates a profound understanding of the legislative process, particularly regarding the work and timeline of the National Defence Committee, citing precise session dates and the stakeholders involved (ministries, industry associations). They are authoritative in differentiating between the domains of defense industry regulation and the Weapons Act. Moreover, they are well-versed in the history of previous changes to electoral rules in Tallinn.
10.2024
9 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise regarding national defense and the financing of defense spending, utilizing specific data on GDP percentages (3.4%) and budgetary figures (1.4 billion, 1.7 billion). They are well-versed in the specifics of comprehensive national defense, citing examples such as the modernization of PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) weaponry (26 million euros), the establishment of a crisis reserve (30 million euros), and drone defense costs (16 million euros). Furthermore, they reference their knowledge of the updated NATO defense plans and the scale of ammunition procurement (1.6 billion).
09.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker is an authority on analyzing national defense, defense expenditures (measured as a percentage of GDP), and geopolitical threats, often referencing Cold War standards and NATO burden-sharing expectations. They possess in-depth knowledge of the work of the Riigikogu National Defense Committee, including procedural specifics and regulations governing the defense industry and essential services. They bolster their arguments using statistical comparisons (Russia's 7–8% of GDP versus the NATO average of 2%).
07.2024
3 Speeches
The speaker exhibits detailed knowledge of political history and scandals, citing the precise years of coalition formation (2016, 2019) and the timeline for the cancellation of the agreement between the Centre Party and United Russia. Furthermore, they possess specific information about the residence permit business, including the associated individuals (Indrek Raudne) and the location (Kooli street).
06.2024
6 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topic of broad-based national defense and critical services (including ERR), emphasizing international technological challenges. They also possess in-depth knowledge of traffic legislation, the regulation of light personal transport vehicles, and transport issues related to e-commerce. The speaker stresses the necessity of modernizing laws in line with technological advancements, particularly concerning autonomous solutions.
05.2024
3 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the historical context of educational reforms, referencing the Forselius Seminar and the founding of the University of Tartu. They also exhibit detailed knowledge of the complex system of age restrictions stipulated in Estonian law, comparing the minimum ages for voting, marriage, gambling, and firearm possession. The argumentation is supported by references to studies concerning voter awareness and the independence of competence from age.
02.2024
4 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in international security, NATO mechanisms (Articles 3 and 5), and European defense capabilities (ESA, defense expenditure statistics). Furthermore, the speaker possesses technical knowledge regarding the specifics of the Estonian Income Tax Act, particularly concerning the procedure for advance payments by credit institutions (Section 47[1]), and demands clarification of the taxation calculation formula.