By Plenary Sessions: Marko Mihkelson

The representative participates in Riigikogu sessions irregularly but consistently (January 2024 through May 2025) for the purpose of submitting draft resolutions. This pattern of activity suggests a role where the individual is responsible, on behalf of the Foreign Affairs Committee, for initiating both routine changes to delegations and significant political declarations. The drafts are submitted either electronically or digitally.

The speaker has been highly active in the work of the Foreign Affairs Committee, providing a precise overview of several sittings (e.g., November 27, 2024, March 10 and 11, 2025) and the procedural timeline since May 2024. This pattern of activity demonstrates thorough and time-intensive legislative work, involving the engagement of ministries and the Minister of Foreign Affairs. The representative is actively working on concluding the second reading of the draft bill and preparing for the third reading.

The speaker is actively involved in parliamentary diplomacy, having recently visited the Ukrainian frontline region and met with Ukrainian special forces personnel and politicians. He/She led the Foreign Affairs Committee delegation on a visit to East Asia (South Korea, Taiwan) and is planning a joint visit of the Nordic-Baltic Foreign Affairs Committees to Moldova. The necessity of maintaining continuous direct communication with the US Congress is emphasized.

The speaker is actively involved in foreign policy matters, participating in international meetings (a delegation was in Tbilisi at the beginning of November) and organizing meetings in the Riigikogu (with representatives of Georgian civil society). He/She is closely associated with the work of the Foreign Affairs Committee, serving as the representative of the lead committee, and has addressed the issue of Georgia both before and after October 26th.

The speaker refers to active international parliamentary activity, mentioning the upcoming visit of Ruslan Stefanchuk, the Chairman of the Ukrainian Parliament, and the Riga Parliamentary Summit of the Crimea Platform. This demonstrates involvement in ongoing international diplomacy.

The speaker is actively involved in steering the legislation, appearing as the representative of the lead committee to propose the conclusion of the bill's second reading. He/She references specific events, such as the Foreign Affairs Committee session on June 3rd and meetings held with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' legal counsel and Director General. Their pattern of activity demonstrates a focus on ensuring the smooth conduct of the proceedings.

The speaker highlighted active participation in international meetings where allies and partners are awaiting Estonia's decision regarding frozen assets. This demonstrates regular communication with colleagues in Europe and the United States.

The speaker is an active member and rapporteur of the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee, participating closely in the handling of draft legislation and making procedural decisions. He/She mentions international contacts and conversations related to Estonian regulation and refers to an upcoming foreign assignment, which demonstrates his/her regular involvement in international relations.

The speaker is an active representative of the Steering Committee, reporting on the pace of work of the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee. They specifically mentioned the dates of the sittings (February 12 and February 21). They have been designated as the presenter of the draft bill to the Plenary Assembly and are deeply involved in the procedural details of the bill.

The operational patterns demonstrate active international parliamentary diplomacy, highlighting recent joint visits to the USA/UN with colleagues from the Nordic and Baltic countries, as well as Taiwan. The work plan for the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee includes upcoming visits to Ukraine, Norway, Japan, and South Korea. Domestically, the focus remains on monitoring the government’s activities and maintaining foreign policy consensus within the Riigikogu.