By Months: Urmas Reinsalu
Total Months: 19
Fully Profiled: 19
10.2025
22 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates detailed expertise in national fiscal policy and budget processes (State Financial Strategy 2026–2029), citing the State Budget Act and the sessions of the Budget Scrutiny Committee. They are proficient in issues concerning administrative costs and the technical expenditures related to IT systems, and possess a thorough understanding of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure Act. They demand concrete figures and transparency in financial planning.
09.2025
85 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in national defense matters, referencing official correspondence from the National Audit Office, details regarding the procurement of ammunition and anti-drone capabilities, and the recommendations of the Commander of the Defense Forces. Furthermore, the speaker possesses strong competence in economic and fiscal policy, utilizing specific budget figures (ETS2 330 million, growth in administrative expenses 480 million) and legal knowledge (unconstitutionality, retroactive taxation, the principle of legitimate expectation).
06.2025
75 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of public finance and budget analysis, drawing on specific statistical data concerning the growth of the tax burden and government expenditures (e.g., a €527 million increase in administrative costs). He/She possesses comprehensive knowledge of the principles of the rule of law, the limited scope of constitutional review channels, and the legal issues surrounding data mining and personal privacy. Furthermore, they are well-versed in European Union regulations (the ETS system, sustainability reporting) and their financial impact on Estonian enterprises.
05.2025
63 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in finance and energy policy, utilizing specific figures and references (e.g., State Audit Office assessments, Hando Sutter’s forecasts, 38,000 euros/MW). He/She is thoroughly familiar with the details of tax hikes (VAT, income tax, excise duties) and regulatory obligations (waste reform, electricity charges, sustainability reporting). He/She stresses the government's lack of forecasting capability and demands a clear articulation of the financial and economic impacts.
04.2025
43 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in economic and energy policy, utilizing specific data and forecasts (Bank of Estonia 6% inflation, Swedbank decline in labor productivity). They employ technical terminology specific to the energy sector (balancing reserve fee, island operation fee, Estlink 2 sabotage) and reference international maritime law, thereby showcasing detailed knowledge of both legislation and financial implications.
03.2025
61 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of national defense and security, referencing specific procurements (1.6 billion euros for ammunition, anti-drone capabilities) and the military advice provided by the Commander of the Defense Forces. Furthermore, they are competent in economic and fiscal matters, citing analyses from Swedbank and the Bank of Estonia, as well as data from the National Audit Office concerning the growth of governing expenditures. In addition, the speaker exhibits knowledge of European Union law (sustainability reports) and constitutional law issues (the Foreign Relations Act, denunciation).
02.2025
26 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the energy sector, utilizing technical terminology (indexing, security of supply, Nord Pool) and referencing assessments provided by the Academy of Sciences, along with specific financial figures (2.6 billion euros). Furthermore, he is well-versed in state finance and social security data, highlighting precise numbers (a reduction in net pensions for over 146,000 pensioners) and citing evaluations from the Auditor General and the Chancellor of Justice. Regarding foreign policy, he is knowledgeable about the specifics of the European security architecture and the process of applying for exceptions to EU budgetary rules.
01.2025
58 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in national defense funding and energy policy, utilizing specific figures (1.6 billion euros for procurement/munitions, 598 million euros in RES, 1.4 cents/kWh impact). They repeatedly reference the recommendations of Defense Force commanders and energy experts, alongside relevant European Union legal acts (the Economic Governance Regulation, the Electricity Market Directive). Furthermore, they are well-versed in the details of government budget strategy documents and the legislative process.
12.2024
78 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates authority in analyzing financial policy, budget procedures, and national defense expenditures, utilizing precise figures (e.g., a 96 million euro reduction in defense spending). He/She references the critical assessments made by the National Audit Office and the Chancellor of Justice regarding the constitutionality of the budget, and quotes expert evaluations concerning the rising cost of munitions and inflation. The speaker is particularly detailed on the topics of administrative costs, carry-over funds, and the budget structure, pointing out the 2.4 billion euros that remained unused in 2023.
11.2024
100 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates authority regarding budget policy, tax structures (detailing car and land taxes), and the financing of national defense, emphasizing the necessity of a 1.6 billion euro defense procurement. Extensive economic data and statistics are utilized (inflation, GDP decline, government expenditure figures), and reference is made to the expertise of the National Audit Office, the Chancellor of Justice, and bank analysts. Furthermore, knowledge is displayed concerning European Union bureaucracy and the implications of the directive on sustainability reporting.
10.2024
57 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in state finance and budgetary processes, utilizing specific terminology (transferable funds, consolidated tax increases) and numerical data (e.g., a 0.5% GDP cut, 1.6 billion euros for ammunition). They are familiar with the technical details of legislative drafting (preparation of impact assessments, contents of the explanatory memorandum) as well as issues concerning security and ecclesiastical law (the Churches and Congregations Act). They repeatedly pose detailed computational/technical questions regarding the cost of administrative burden.
09.2024
27 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in state defense financing, budgetary policy, and economic forecasting, citing specific figures (e.g., 1.6 billion for munitions) and assessments from analysts (Bank of Estonia, Luminor). They are also well-versed in the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and internal working order Act and past parliamentary practices, employing technical terminology such as "in nominal terms" and "state budget strategy." They present detailed comparisons of cuts versus reallocations within ministerial budgets.
07.2024
23 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates strong expertise in taxation and public finance, referencing the provisions of Section 41 of the Taxation Act and the principle of legitimate expectation. They use detailed economic data (GDP contraction, tax burden percentages, budget deficit) to criticize the government's policy. Furthermore, the speaker shows awareness regarding plans for national defense funding and ammunition procurement, casting doubt on the government's presented expenditure of 1.6 billion euros.
06.2024
40 Speeches
High expertise is evident in state finance and budget procedures, citing specific figures (e.g., 2.2 billion in unused funds, 500 million in foreign funds) and GDP percentages. It also demonstrates thorough knowledge of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure Act, challenging the presiding officer's interpretations concerning the withdrawal and linking of amendments. In argumentation, references are made to international law (the Vienna Convention, the Statute of the International Criminal Court) and the assessments of economic experts (the Bank of Estonia, Urmas Varblane).
05.2024
63 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of state finance and budgetary policy, operating with detailed figures (GDP percentages, Maastricht criteria, 2023 budget balances) and presenting specific proposals (a negative supplementary budget, cutting government expenditure by 0.5% of GDP). Furthermore, they are authoritative regarding the Riigikogu’s operational structure and legislative procedures, criticizing the activities of the board/presidium and the practice of bundling amendments. In security and foreign policy, the speaker possesses knowledge concerning sanctions, aid to Ukraine, and the influence of the Moscow Patriarchate.
04.2024
11 Speeches
The speaker exhibits a profound understanding of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure Act and its procedural regulations, particularly regarding the rights governing the submission, grouping, and voting on amendments. They are well-versed in specific legislative drafts, including the sugary drinks tax and the substance of the law transposing the EU Whistleblower Protection Directive. This expertise is geared toward the legally accurate interpretation of parliamentary processes.
03.2024
10 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in rule of law issues, detailing the conflict between the Prosecutor General and the Minister of Justice, and referencing the assessments provided by three leading state prosecutors. The knowledge regarding the volumes of Estonian-Russian trade and the companies involved is particularly detailed (e.g., 800 million euros in iron, 410 million euros in fertilizers), relying on data from the press and Russian customs documents. Furthermore, there is detailed knowledge of fiscal policy specifics, such as the elimination of the maximum cap on land tax increases and the introduction of new local taxes.
02.2024
33 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of economics and finance, repeatedly citing data from the Bank of Estonia and the Estonian Institute of Economic Research, as well as referencing inflation rates and GDP forecasts. He employs technical terminology when outlining legislative procedures (specifically, the rules of legislative drafting) and foreign aid mechanisms (EIB, the European Stability Mechanism). Furthermore, he possesses detailed knowledge of energy policy and the effects of CO2 emissions trading.
01.2024
5 Speeches
The speaker demonstrates expertise in state finance and macroeconomic issues, referencing the Bank of Estonia's December forecast and the overestimation of state budget revenue collection. Specific terminology is employed, such as the state budget strategy, business confidence, and the utilization of European Union funds. He/She emphasizes that the government lacks a clear financial plan for the next four years.