By Plenary Sessions: Lauri Laats

The central themes are maritime law, border regulation, and the protection of energy infrastructure; this points to expert opinions and the awareness of legal avenues concerning the shifting of borders. It notes the critical importance of infrastructure protection and the transparency of baseline data for energy plans, specifically in the context of the damage sustained by Estlink 2. An information-based causal link and technical indicators (borders, infrastructure, energy plans) are emphasized.

It presents specific references to international discussions (Tusk, Macron, green regulations, the Sustainability Reporting Directive, the Paris Agreement, Trump). It utilizes scientific and political contexts and analysis on the topics of the European Union's climate and energy policy. It raises questions concerning "the green agenda" and price reduction mechanisms, and reflects food and tax instruments as economic policy debates.

Performs analysis of tax policy and financial structures, utilizing examples such as the Lithuanian bank tax and advance income tax; presents specific numerical data (14%→18% advance income tax, 22% dividend tax) and draws comparisons between the Estonian and Lithuanian systems. Furthermore, it shows an understanding of banks' return on equity and the inherent contradictions in taxing the financial sector. Key topics include tax architecture, the effect of regulation, and the connection between the state budget and the quality of life of the populace.

A demonstration of expertise in the energy sector: utilizing ENMAK and specifying figures (2023 average electricity price of 17.9 cents, the roles and distribution of biomass, natural gas, wind, and solar; 2030–2035 forecasts), as well as focusing on consumer pricing and the return on grid investments. It also references the funding and associated issues of the school psychologists' helpline, and the evidence-based context of healthcare and education topics. The claims are substantiated with specific figures and reports.

He demonstrates fundamental knowledge of the energy sector concerning ENMAK and the organization of electricity pricing. He notes the differences between current and future pricing structures (approximately 15 cents vs. 17 cents per kilowatt-hour) and stresses the significance of consumer costs. He references the viewpoints of experts and specialists and uses concrete numbers (e.g., 30 million vs. 2.6 billion) to back up his argument. His discussions center on achieving a balanced energy system—the equilibrium between affordable prices and attracting large-scale producers.

Demonstrates knowledge of internal control procedures and local government accountability; mentions the internal control report and the need for investigation, and highlights how the local authority's attitude and conduct can affect funding and trust. Uses specific examples (Tallinn, 400,000 euros, 1,350,000 euros) and refers to documents as evidence.

Geopolitics and international security, energy policy and climate policy (including the Paris Agreement), as well as international organizations (WHO, UN), provide a significant framework. The speech refers to factors influencing economic indicators and competitiveness, and the context of coal energy use in China. The speaker provides examples of the influence of the USA and China, using general but relevant illustrations to assess Europe's mistakes or advantages. The emphasis placed on these topics demonstrates a strong command of knowledge in geopolitics, energy, and international relations.

The applied argumentation relies primarily on economic and financial data: it highlights the impact of Euribor, comparisons of return on equity, and uses country examples (Latvia, Lithuania, Scandinavia) without obfuscation; it emphasizes references to the Development Monitoring Centre's report and demands an Excel-based comparison in the context of bank revenues; it utilizes technical terms (return on equity, capitalization) in its arguments.