By Plenary Sessions: Jaanus Karilaid
Total Sessions: 41
Fully Profiled: 41
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The cooperation style is open and pragmatic, especially towards the end of the session. The speaker makes a public proposal to the Minister (Mr. Keldo) to agree on a joint visit to Läänemaa businesses before Christmas to examine the problems and potential solutions, deeming this the most constructive approach.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The speaker, Andres Metsoja, demonstrates strong intra-faction cooperation, having submitted an interpellation alongside five colleagues (Priit Sibul, Tõnis Lukas, Enn Eesmaa, Ants Frosch). Data concerning cross-party compromise or cooperation is absent.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker emphasizes broad-based cooperation, recognizing the Ministry of the Interior, the Legal Affairs Committee, and virtually all political parties except the aforementioned opposition. He praises the parliament's flexibility and substance, which allowed them to address the president's criticism and improve the draft bill.
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.
The speaker cites previous systemic cooperation between ministries (Jüri Ratas and Jaak Aab), which focused on establishing a regional dimension, as a positive example. This indicates support for broad-based and systemic solutions. Data regarding current cooperation or willingness to compromise is lacking.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Not enough data.
2025-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The cooperative approach is conditional: Isamaa’s support for the judicial reform hinges on preserving the autonomy of judges and ensuring the reform actually improves things from a citizen’s perspective. The speaker thanks the Minister of Justice for the political culture demonstrated by responding to every parliamentary faction individually. It is emphasized that during political rivalry (referencing Jürgen Ligi’s address), the appreciation of the parliament’s support staff must not be forgotten.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is open and inquiring, focused on obtaining information from the presenter to understand the impact of the draft bill. The objective is constructive clarification and knowledge gathering.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
There is not enough data.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker urges all Riigikogu colleagues to vote in favor of the bill, stressing the necessity of unified support on the matter of national security. Direct cooperation with opposition parties is not mentioned, but the focus is placed on a shared historical opportunity and ensuring the country's independence.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker emphasizes cross-party cooperation and gives exceptional praise to the Social Democrats (SDE) for two different issues, noting that this level of recognition is the limit of what is seen in decades. He acknowledges SDE for taking a statesmanlike step in amending the constitution (which was achieved with the support of five parties) and commends them for the planning and preparation of the current draft bill. The style of cooperation is open and appreciative in achieving consensus on security matters.
2025-02-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, press briefing
Insufficient data.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker calls for achieving political unity among all six parliamentary parties in order to support restricting voting rights exclusively to Estonian citizens. The support of four parties is acknowledged, and the Social Democrats and the Centre Party are given time to rally behind the common position. The style of cooperation is positively idealistic and aimed at finding a compromise for the sake of the objective.
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The style of cooperation is intra-parliamentary, involving respectfully addressing the rapporteur, who is recognized as a budget expert, in order to obtain clarifications and refresh one's memory. There is no information regarding inter-party cooperation or readiness for compromise.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
There is not enough data.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Emphasizing the potential for cooperation, it is highlighted that the Tallinn–Haapsalu–Rohuküla railway project has been programmatically endorsed by all six parliamentary parties, including the Prime Minister's own party. Nevertheless, the current communication approach with the government remains confrontational, focusing on demanding the fulfillment of these promises and exposing the government's inaction.
2024-12-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing
No data available.
2024-12-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The style of cooperation is courteous and procedural, aimed at obtaining details from the rapporteur during the plenary session. Gratitude is expressed to the rapporteur ("Thank you to the rapporteur!") before the question is posed, which indicates standard parliamentary communication.
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Not enough data.
2024-12-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session.
The remark was framed as a question directed at the presenter, seeking information and clarification, rather than offering cooperation or compromise. There is no data available regarding cooperation or coalitions.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Insufficient data
2024-11-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session
Insufficient data. The speaker focuses on criticizing the government and highlighting the success stories of previous governments (Jüri Ratas), rather than focusing on opportunities for cooperation.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The cooperation style focuses on gathering criticism, relying on external criticism and expert opinions (e.g., the Infrastructure Association, Leo Kunnas, former finance ministers). The speaker utilizes arguments from other opposition politicians (Mr. Seeder) concerning the budget’s lack of a long-term perspective. Readiness for compromise or cross-party cooperation is not mentioned in the text.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker refers to the shared will of four out of the six parliamentary parties to restrict voting rights, which demonstrates a readiness to cooperate with the opposition or other parties on specific legislation. Cooperation with the government is nonexistent; rather, there is strong resistance.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
Not enough data
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The collaborative style is evident in the strong support for the Isamaa bill and the reference made to the previous speaker (Mr. Seeder), which demonstrates internal factional unity. There is zero openness to compromise with the government; instead, colleagues are urged to support the opposition’s alternative proposal.
2024-09-18
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
There is no information available regarding their readiness for cooperation or compromise with other political forces. The speeches are aimed at the critical questioning of the executive branch.
2024-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker referenced cooperation with "some colleagues" on the issue of parliamentary capacity and funding, which demonstrates a willingness for cross-party collaboration on procedural matters. Overall, however, he is critical of the government and its ministries.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
There is insufficient data.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The data is insufficient. The speaker focuses on sharp criticism of the government and makes no reference to cooperation, willingness to compromise, or cross-party action.
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
No data available
2024-06-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
The speaker references influential signals from non-affiliated experts (Herem and Salm) to support their position regarding the necessity of solving systemic problems. Direct cooperation with other political parties is not mentioned; instead, the speaker demands the suspension of the ongoing reading of the draft bill.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker highlights the potential for cross-party cooperation, publicly referencing the shared view of the Reform Party and Isamaa concerning the current draft legislation. This demonstrates a willingness to support initiatives that enjoy broad political consensus.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
There is no sign of willingness to cooperate with the government; the activity is purely oppositional, aimed at rejecting the proposed legislation. The only positive comment was directed at Minister of the Interior Läänemets, whose bill was considered "more robust" compared to the previous one. However, this does not indicate cooperation, but rather rhetorical antagonism.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The collaborative approach emphasizes the need to involve and publicize the views of independent experts (legal scholars from the University of Tartu, the Chancellor of Justice, the Bar Association), whose input the government has allegedly ignored. A willingness to compromise with the coalition is not being shown; instead, clear opposition is presented on behalf of the parliamentary group (Isamaa).
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The style of cooperation is demonstrated by capitalizing on the government's internal disagreements (such as Regional Minister Madis Kallas's public cry of protest) to strengthen its own oppositional stance. There is no evidence of collaboration with other members of parliament or a willingness to compromise with the government.
2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Information is scarce. The speaker is taking a confrontational stance during the Riigikogu session, demanding swift action from the government, but there is no information available regarding their willingness to cooperate with other political parties.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The speaker is collaborating with local citizens (Anti and Peep) to gather detailed and timely information. There is a positive reference to the successful efforts of previous administrations (Jüri Ratas, Tõnis Lukas) in securing regional support, which indicates recognition of past political cooperation.
2024-02-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Insufficient data.
2024-02-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is no data available regarding the style of cooperation within the parliament. The speaker refers to external support, citing the stance of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry against the government's tax policy, and emphasizing that the government is ignoring economic partners.
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The style of cooperation is extra-coalition, as the interpellation was submitted in collaboration with MPs from Isamaa and the Social Democrats. This demonstrates a readiness for cross-party cooperation on specific political issues.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker refers to a previous broad consensus regarding the expansion of parliamentary authority, noting that virtually all factions have given their assent. He stresses that, in reality, this consensus cannot be implemented when drafting the state budget. Furthermore, the current communication with the government is rather confrontational, demanding public and transparent dialogue among the ministers.