By Plenary Sessions: Alar Laneman

Total Sessions: 21

Fully Profiled: 21

2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
No data available
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
There is no direct opposition or criticism aimed at specific political opponents. The speaker merely offers a slight procedural note, suggesting that the audit topic should have been included in the report.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The confrontation is directed against the presiding officer of the session, criticizing their actions (the calling of a recess) and demanding an explanation concerning the event that took place in parliament. The criticism is procedural, centering on the contradictions between the Chair's earlier statement and their actual conduct.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Criticism is aimed at the aggressive eastern neighbor, who continues to use landmines despite international treaties. Also under fire are earlier political movements (the "fight for peace"), with the implication being that they harbored a hidden political agenda that connected the use of mines with tragic circumstances. The opposition is also directed at those who assume that treaties alone are capable of guaranteeing the protection of civilians.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The criticism focuses on the low quality of the discussion, noting that it has been partially "odd" and that not all questions were asked in good faith. Specific opponents or groups are not criticized by name.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Opposition is being mounted against isolationist attitudes and against those who sow doubts regarding the financing of defense capabilities. Criticism is also aimed at those who have previously expressed skepticism about national symbols (such as the flag on Toompea tower), linking this to the current criticism against the draft bill. Accusations of knowingly using incorrect procedures are rejected, but there is a call to adopt a smart approach.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
There is not enough data.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the decision-making processes for national defense planning, where regional aspects are poorly represented. The actions of the Ministry of Defense in the Nursipalu case are cited as an example, where the ministry acted "as if alone," without sufficient regional support.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
There is no direct opposition; rather, critics point to the imbalance of the government's broad-based national defense action plan and the lack of focus on direct preparation for war. The criticism is policy-driven and aimed at improving the government's actions, noting that "not everyone is on board with this."
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
He does not express direct opposition to political opponents. He raises a question regarding the doubts that have emerged in the media concerning the procurement of supplies and the role of Estonia/NATO, directing the question to the minister for clarification.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The primary opposition is aimed at the minister, whose public statements and personal background are seen as a threat to the interests of the Estonian language and culture. The criticism is intense, combining concerns about political consequences (the quality of education) with the questioning of the minister's personal motives. This opposition targets the minister's actions and public image.
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
No direct opposition to the substance of the statement is voiced, but the planning process and timing of its drafting are indirectly criticized. The criticism is procedural, questioning the planning process used to draft the statement and pointing to potentially ill-considered timing.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The opposition's stance is aimed directly at the minister and the government, criticizing both specific policy justifications (state fees) and the government’s ethical approach to keeping its promises. The criticism is intense and accuses the government of carelessness, which erodes public trust. There is no sign of a willingness to compromise; instead, they are demanding the unconditional fulfillment of those promises.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
Fierce opposition is aimed at the proponents of Draft Bill 344 and the governing coalition, who face criticism for both procedural flaws and their political decisions. Opponents are accused of disregarding threats and implementing an electoral management approach similar to Russia’s, labeling it a "Putin-style approach." The criticism is intense and uncompromising, particularly concerning the disregard for voter confidence.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism targets the political focus of the government (specifically, the minister's report), which the speaker believes either leaves the ambitions for high-performance sports vague or actively underestimates them. The disagreement is moderate and based purely on policy, not personal animosity.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing
The criticism is directed at the government's prioritization, specifically for favoring the green transition and budget balance over national defense. The opposition is rooted in policy and resource allocation, stressing that current actions (e.g., aid to Ukraine, the purchase of ammunition) are too slow and insufficient.
2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The criticism is aimed at the current executive power and previous governments, who failed to adapt the border guard structure to the changed threat level. Specific criticism is leveled against the prioritization of the green transition over security, and an earlier decision to merge the border guard, which was based on the false premise of a partnership with Russia. The critique is policy- and procedure-based, highlighting a distinct lack of accountability.
2024-01-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The direct criticism is aimed at the head of the Rescue Board following an unsuccessful statement regarding the creation of shelter options, suggesting a failure to act in protecting the population. This criticism targets deficiencies in the specific agency's operations or communication within the broader concept of security.
2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
There is too little data.
2024-01-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The opposition is directed against the rapporteur's response and its contents, sharply criticizing it due to substantive inadequacy. The criticism is also aimed at the government's working procedures, demanding clarification regarding the criteria for a "hastily prepared draft bill." The intensity of the criticism is high, directly labeling the response as poor.