By Months: Mati Raidma
Total Months: 8
Fully Profiled: 8
09.2025
9 Speeches
The politician emphasizes consensus-based work within the National Defense Committee and extensive cooperation with other Riigikogu committees (the Economic, Constitutional, Finance, Social, and Legal Committees) when seeking opinions. He/She works closely with representatives of ministries and state agencies to ensure the harmonization of the draft bill and supports the involvement of colleagues in the legislative procedure.
06.2025
1 Speeches
The speaker positively references the unanimous decision of the Tallinn City Council, which demonstrates support for consensus-based and protocol-compliant cooperation at the local level. This cooperation must, however, adhere to the prescribed official channels.
12.2024
1 Speeches
The style of cooperation is grounded in the coalition agreement, referring to the pact concluded in 2024, which provides for the introduction of a security tax. The speaker openly calls upon all colleagues to support the draft bill, seeking broad-based approval for this important national defense measure.
10.2024
1 Speeches
The nature of the cooperation is extensive and international, having initiated a declaration with 54 members of the Riigikogu, which indicates broad-based support. The speaker works closely with representatives of the Ukrainian parliament and president, and emphasizes solidarity with other countries that have adopted similar acts.
09.2024
2 Speeches
The style of cooperation is supportive of the government's direction ("I recognize the government's activities") and emphasizes broad-based joint action in strengthening national defense. Cooperation is planned between the Riigikogu (Parliament), ministries, local governments, and civil society organizations. The first address also explores opportunities to involve the European Union's joint financial contribution.
06.2024
9 Speeches
The style of cooperation is pragmatic and oriented toward compromise, particularly when factoring in the proposals from interest groups (the Estonian Gun Owners' Association, the Estonian Hunters' Society) concerning the reduction of firearm levies. The Commission itself initiated an amendment proposal that maximally incorporated these views and passed the vote unanimously (7 in favor, 0 against), demonstrating a willingness to reach consensus on specific issues.
04.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates a willingness to cooperate, having worked closely with Ministry of the Interior officials—whom he repeatedly cites—during the preparation of the draft legislation. His appointment as the representative of the lead committee was achieved by consensus, which signals confidence in his capacity to manage the proceedings.
02.2024
1 Speeches
The style of cooperation is respectful and constructive, expressing gratitude to the Minister for his presentation and commitment to Ukraine. This signals a readiness to cooperate in achieving shared foreign policy objectives.