By Plenary Sessions: Tõnis Lukas
Total Sessions: 2
Fully Profiled: 2
2024-06-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing
The political focus centers on two main issues: demanding progress on major international defense procurement initiatives (the million shell and Czech initiatives) and strongly supporting the transition to Estonian-language instruction. The stance on language policy is values-driven, emphasizing the need to strengthen the role of the Estonian language in society and ensure the continued prevalence of Estonian-language usage. Regarding national defense, the position is more results-oriented, expressing concern that these initiatives are stalling.
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The political position is strongly value-based, emphasizing Estonia's historical and enduring choice in favor of the West and against the East (Russia). The speaker supports the European aspirations of the Georgian people, but sharply criticizes the repressive methods used by the Georgian government, which are more characteristic of Russia. It is also stressed that the European Union must maintain unanimity and avoid member states that can be manipulated by Russia.