By Plenary Sessions: Vadim Belobrovtsev

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the financing of the social sector, particularly the history and current status of state involvement in school meals. He highlights a specific fact concerning the last increase in state participation (six years ago) and its consequences for local governments and parents.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the salary statistics and economic indicators pertinent to cultural workers, citing specific figures (e.g., a minimum wage of 1600 euros, a 30% salary increase versus 44% inflation over a six-year period). They are also well-versed in the statements made by other ministers (the Minister of the Interior, the Minister of Education) and the rhetoric used during budget negotiations. Data is employed to highlight how the wage increase is lagging behind both the average salary and inflation.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in international diplomacy, particularly concerning UN voting customs and the strategic positioning of foreign representations. Specific data (Washington 0.6 million, New York 8+ million) and technical terminology ("economic mecca," "unwritten rule") are employed to rationalize foreign policy decisions.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of social benefits and demography, utilizing specific data (birth rates of 1.41 and 1.31, a 40% rise in grocery prices) and referencing legislative changes (cuts to support for large families, the car tax). They are also familiar with state budget revenue sources, offering solutions such as a bank tax and optimization of the state apparatus, citing examples from Lithuania.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the duties and legal mandates of state institutions, particularly concerning the functions of the Chancellor of Justice and the National Conciliator. The issue of administrative burden and resource adequacy is emphasized, with a direct question posed as to whether there is sufficient time and resources available to take on new tasks, given the existing workload.

The speaker demonstrates awareness of internal problems within law enforcement, referencing the constant concerns raised by PPA Director General Egert Belitšev regarding the issue of police understaffing. The expertise involves linking organized crime (specific groups) and national wage policy to public security risks.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in civil defense and national security strategies, emphasizing the importance of increasing defense awareness and the will to defend. He/She uses specific terminology such as "key point of the strategy" and "defense knowledge," focusing on the behavior patterns of the population in crisis situations.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the timeline for salary negotiations and prior commitments within the internal security sector (February 2024). They utilize specific economic data—citing a nearly 40% rise in food prices over two years—to underscore the effect of stagnant wage levels. Furthermore, they are knowledgeable about the Tallinn City Government's past decision-making processes concerning education and real estate issues.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the legislation concerning public holidays and observance days, as well as international comparisons, citing data from the practices of over a hundred countries and exceptions among EU member states (Malta, Portugal). They also utilize Eurostat statistics on the length of the average working week in Estonia (38 hours) and Europe (37.5 hours) to support their economic arguments. Furthermore, they are knowledgeable about international banking systems, referring to the impact of European Central Bank holidays on transfers.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of education, focusing on the stalling of teacher salary negotiations and the crisis in teacher recruitment. Specific technical problems concerning the organization of joint entrance exams for state high schools and e-exams in April are also highlighted. This knowledge is utilized for a critical assessment of the minister's activities.