By Agendas: Mati Raidma

The speaker emphasized cooperation and recognized the contribution of various ministries (Internal Affairs, Social Affairs), government agencies, and local authorities in the development of civil defense. Clear support was expressed by the Reform Party for the adoption of the law.

The collaborative approach is active and constructive, requesting the Bank of Estonia's participation in drafting the specific provisions of the bill. We emphasize the necessity of joint deliberation and the submission of proposals before the October 10 deadline to ensure the bill aligns with the ECB's opinion.

The cooperation style is extensive and procedural, emphasizing consensus within the steering committee and broad inclusion. Cooperation is cited with the Ministry of Defence, the Government Office, the Rescue Board, local governments, and five other Riigikogu committees: the Economic Affairs, Constitutional, Finance, Social Affairs, and Legal Affairs Committees.

The collaborative style is respectful, addressing the minister politely ("Dear Minister! Thank you for the presentation"), while simultaneously posing sharp and strategic questions. Data regarding inter-party cooperation is lacking.

The speaker refers to the Tallinn City Council's "unanimous decision," which demonstrates a preference for consensual and procedurally sound action at the local level. Current cooperation within the Riigikogu is not mentioned.

The speaker emphasizes cooperation at the government level, citing the 2024 coalition agreement as the foundation. All Riigikogu colleagues are also called upon to support the draft bill, referencing the necessity of a joint contribution. The public willingness of Estonian businesses to contribute to defense capabilities is also mentioned.

The speaker emphasizes broad-based cooperation within the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), noting that the declaration was initiated by 54 members of parliament. International cooperation with the Ukrainian parliament and other allied nations (Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Canada) is also crucial, and this is cited as a model. This cooperation is aimed at creating a joint political statement.

The speaker offers strong support for the government’s initiatives regarding the strengthening of national defense and the introduction of a security tax. Cooperation is stressed, both with our allies (standing shoulder to shoulder) and domestically, involving all societal groups—from the pensioner to the baker—and relevant agencies. The parliamentary faction of the Riigikogu states its preparedness for rapid legislative action.

The collaborative approach demonstrates openness to the views of interest groups (the Estonian Hunters' Society, the Estonian Gun Owners' Association), resulting in the initiation of a consensus-based committee amendment proposal to reduce gun permit fees. Close cooperation was maintained with representatives of the Ministry of the Interior to justify the costs.

The style of cooperation is open and inclusive, emphasizing the contribution of Ministry of Interior officials (including Kaspar Lepper, Enel Pungas, and Henry Timberg) to the commission's discussion and the provision of their explanations. The speaker also notes the consensus decision regarding their own appointment as the representative of the lead committee, which points to excellent cooperation within the committee.

Insufficient data.

The speaker expresses a willingness to cooperate and shows support for the minister's actions, thanking him/her for the presentation and especially for the dedication shown to Ukraine. The style is supportive and inquisitive, not confrontational, seeking the minister's views and sentiments.