By Agendas: Jaanus Karilaid

Total Agendas: 49

Fully Profiled: 49

All Categories Political Position Topic Expertise Rhetorical Style Activity Patterns Opposition Stance Collaboration Style Regional Focus Economic Views Social Issues Legislative Focus
2025-09-08
Inquiry regarding jobs and well-being outside of Harjumaa - the development of industry and production versus energy deficit (no. 768)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

The style of cooperation is pragmatic and seeks solutions, publicly offering the minister assistance in organizing the visit to Läänemaa companies. The speaker emphasizes the desire to avoid attacking and reach an agreement in order to find solutions to the energy deficit problem. This demonstrates openness to direct contact and joint problem mapping.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker demonstrates strong cooperation with colleagues by submitting a joint interpellation with four other members of parliament (Priit Sibul, Tõnis Lukas, Enn Eesmaa, and Ants Frosh). This indicates intra-factional consensus and unified action when raising important political issues.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Churches and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The text acknowledges the broad cooperation, specifically praising the Ministry of the Interior, the Legal Committee, and virtually all political parties apart from the named opponents. It points out the parliament's flexibility and the substantive response to the president's criticism, suggesting a willingness to compromise on the bill's content to ensure its passage.
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2025-06-11
Regional inequality

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The speaker refers positively to the previous systemic cooperation (Jüri Ratas and Jaak Aab), where ministries focused on establishing a regional dimension. In the current context, however, the style is rather demanding and controlling, aimed at extracting specific plans from the minister.
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2025-05-21
Draft law (642 SE) for withdrawing from the convention prohibiting the use, stockpiling, production and transfer of anti-personnel mines and requiring their destruction – first reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

There is too little data.
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2025-05-08
Implementation of the 2025 presentation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation, "Fundamental Principles of Legislation Policy Until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker demonstrates a conditional willingness to cooperate regarding the judicial reform, offering Isamaa's support provided that the autonomy of judges is maintained and the reform is citizen-centric. He commends the Minister of Justice for exhibiting good political culture by responding to each parliamentary group separately.
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2025-05-08
Implementation of the Minister of Justice and Digital Transformation's 2025 submission "Fundamental Principles of Criminal Policy until 2030"

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speeches have centered on strong criticism and antagonism toward government policy. There are no indications of cooperation, readiness to compromise, or the seeking of cross-party dialogue.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is professional and dialogue-oriented, addressing the rapporteur with a request to provide a concise overview of the draft bill's amendments. This demonstrates a readiness to participate in legislative dialogue to obtain clarifications.
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2025-05-07
Ferry connections to the major islands

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

Based on the available data, there is no information regarding cooperation or a willingness to compromise, since the address is directed at the minister to demand accountability and request solutions.
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2025-05-07
The expansion of bureaucracy and the competitiveness of the economy

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

There is not enough data.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Churches and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) - Third Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker urges all colleagues to vote strongly in favor of the draft law, stressing the necessity of unified support regarding the matter of national security. There is no mention of compromises or cross-party cooperation with the opposing camp.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The speaker is cooperative and publicly commends the Social Democrats (SDE) for their statesmanlike step in amending the constitution and for the prudent preparation of Draft Bill 570 SE. He/She emphasizes the cooperation of five political parties in successfully carrying out the constitutional amendment.
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2025-02-26
Confusing energy policy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing

There are no references to cooperation, the search for compromise, or bipartisan activity. The speaker is in a critical opposition position, issuing demands to the head of government and criticizing previous policies.
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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 speaker is attempting to achieve maximum parliamentary unity, calling, in a positively idealistic tone, for all six parties to support the complete restriction of voting rights. They are showing hope for a compromise, giving the Social Democrats and the Centre Party time to change their stance and align with the position held by the four parties.
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2025-01-22
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (538 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The speaker points to their party’s (Isamaa) clear political position regarding the cancellation of the tax, which indicates strong internal factional alignment. The collaborative style in parliament is respectful, with questions being directed to the rapporteur, who is acknowledged for their professional competence in budget issues.
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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

Not enough data
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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

Not enough data.
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2025-01-15
Rail investments

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The speaker stresses that the Rohuküla railway is a shared promise made by all six parliamentary parties. This reference, however, is being used not as a basis for cooperation, but rather as leverage to pressure the government into fulfilling the joint program of both its own party and the other parties.
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2024-12-18
Funding for cultural institutions

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker points to cooperation with regional stakeholders, noting that local government leaders and cultural figures have appealed to the minister about the same issue. However, there is no information available regarding cooperation between political parties.
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2024-12-18
Guardians of the Economy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

A direct style of cooperation is absent, but reference is made to an earlier joint promise by six political parties concerning the Haapsalu railway, which demonstrates support for broad-based agreements on infrastructure issues. However, the failure to adhere to those promises is sharply criticized.
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2024-12-17
Overview by the Government of the Republic of Estonia on the stability support provided by the European Stability Mechanism and the Republic of Estonia's participation in the European Stability Mechanism

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2024-12-16
Overview of the Implementation of the Fundamentals of Criminal Policy until 2030

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2024-12-05
Draft law amending the Citizenship Act (522 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.

There is not enough data.
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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

Insufficient data.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry regarding tax changes (no. 657)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

Insufficient data.
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2024-11-18
Inquiry Regarding the Involvement of Interest Groups (no. 656)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session

Data is scarce.
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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 style of cooperation is clearly adversarial, emphasizing the opposition's role in exposing the government's errors and lack of accountability. There are no indications of a desire to compromise with the coalition or seek bipartisan cooperation.
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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

Data on cooperation readiness is lacking, as the speech occurs within the context of a no-confidence vote, indicating strong opposition to the government. The speaker represents the collective criticism of the opposition.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker points to potential broad-based cooperation, noting that four of the six parties in parliament support restricting suffrage. However, the approach toward the current government is entirely uncompromising and confrontational. Cooperation is viewed as possible only for achieving a shared objective (security).
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2024-10-23
Red symbolism in public spaces

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

Information regarding the willingness to cooperate is unavailable; the speaker's position is strictly adversarial and critical toward the government. A similar stance held by Isamaa regarding voting rights is mentioned, but this is used to emphasize the Reform Party's inaction, not to offer cooperation.
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2024-09-25
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act (432 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The speaker supports the Isamaa party's draft bill and expresses agreement with the previous speaker, Mr. Seeder. He emphasizes the proposal of an alternative solution, but there is no mention whatsoever of cooperation or willingness to compromise with the governing coalition. The government's actions are characterized as merely executing political mandates, which precludes substantive debate.
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2024-09-18
Economic Competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Insufficient data.
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The presenter refers to cooperation with "some colleagues" regarding the problem of parliamentary capacity and funding, which demonstrates selective collaboration in resolving specific issues. There are no references to a broad, cross-party readiness for compromise on questions of legislative quality or political ethics.
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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.

Data is scarce.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

There is no direct information regarding cooperation, but the speaker expresses agreement with the previous speaker concerning the government's stance on the parliamentary debate. There is a complete absence of any reference to a willingness to compromise, cross-party collaboration, or the joint initiation of legislation.
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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.

No data available.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

There isn't enough data.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (387 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The collaborative style emphasizes potential cross-party consensus, highlighting the publicly expressed shared view of the Reform Party and Isamaa on this particular issue. This indicates a willingness to support a broad-based political agreement that has achieved consensus among key experts.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The cooperative spirit is absent because the speaker represents the opposition (the Isamaa faction) and proposes rejecting the draft bill. Although Minister of the Interior Läänemets is acknowledged for having prepared the bill better compared to the previous version, this does not signal a readiness for compromise or substantive cooperation. The political choice made by the government is considered unacceptable.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The style of cooperation is oppositional; the speaker proposes rejecting the draft bill on behalf of the Isamaa faction. There is no information regarding openness to compromises or cross-party cooperation.
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2024-04-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Competition Act and the Amendment of Other Associated Acts (384 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The collaborative approach is evident in how the Isamaa faction presented its position, suggesting a consensus within the faction itself. They are also seeking cooperation outside the Riigikogu, citing critical views shared by the Bar Association, legal scholars at the University of Tartu, the administrative court, and business owners, all aimed at strengthening their opposition.
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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 speaker demonstrates cooperation, complementing and supporting the previous position of their colleague (Mart Helme) regarding the government's lack of resolve.
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2024-04-10
Local Governments and Regional Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The speaker cites Regional Minister Madis Kallas's public protest, using it to substantiate their argument regarding the government's inaction. There is no information available concerning direct cooperation or willingness to compromise with other politicians.
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2024-04-03
Strong Society

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker commends the Minister's reference to Isamaa's European election campaign but immediately pivots to sharp criticism regarding the government's inaction. The style of cooperation is demanding, stressing the necessity of quickly agreeing on solutions, not five or six years down the line.
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2024-03-20
Completion of the War of Independence Monument on Hiiumaa

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The speaker emphasizes cooperation with local citizens (Anti and Peep), who provided a detailed chronology of the project, which was then used as the basis for a question in parliament. Positive reference is also made to earlier cross-governmental cooperation (Jüri Ratas and Tõnis Lukas), which secured the necessary regional support for the construction.
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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

Not enough data
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

There is insufficient data. The speaker refers to the dissenting opinion of the Estonian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, but there is no information regarding cooperation with other political forces or their readiness to compromise.
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2024-02-05
Inquiry concerning the construction of indoor football arenas (No. 498)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The style of cooperation is cross-coalitional, as the query was jointly submitted by MPs from Isamaa and the Social Democrats. This demonstrates a willingness for inter-party cooperation when raising specific issues.
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2024-01-24
Review of the Implementation of the "Fundamentals of Legislation Policy until 2030" in 2022

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker criticizes the opaque cooperation, demanding that the Ministry of Justice submit its remarks in writing, rather than anonymously or following the party line. He notes that although there is cross-factional consensus on the need to increase parliamentary competence, this cooperation fails during the state budget drafting phase, which demonstrates a genuine lack of willingness to cooperate.
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