Session Profile: Urmas Reinsalu

The political focus is heavily directed toward national security and the rapid development of anti-drone capabilities, which is considered a matter of vital importance. The speaker supports the government's efforts ("Strength to the government"), but urgently calls for concrete decisions regarding the division of competencies between the Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) and the Defence Forces, as well as protocols for the use of weapons. Emphasis is also placed on the need to accelerate the procurement of the acoustic surveillance system, citing delays caused by economic factors. Policy is strongly geared towards effectiveness and ensuring security.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of counter-drone defense and surveillance technology, employing terminology such as "acoustic surveillance system," "low-altitude drones," and "weapon usage protocol." They are aware of the differing areas of responsibility between institutions (the Police and Border Guard Board [PPA] and the Ministry of Defense) and rely on expert information, referencing bids made last year and the financial complications encountered during the system's procurement. Special emphasis is placed on the necessity for the threat warning system and the siren system to be fully functional.

The rhetorical style is serious and forceful, emphasizing the complexity and gravity of the security situation ("The times are complex, the times are serious"). The speaker poses formal and structured questions, focusing on clarifying the specific details regarding the acquisition of protocols, competencies, and systems. The appeal itself is primarily logical and procedural, utilizing recent international events (the Polish drone incident) to lend greater weight to the argument.

The speaker is active during the Q&A session, reacting quickly to both recent international events (the Poland incident this morning) and domestic security issues. He/She closely monitors statements made by government members, referencing the defense minister's remarks from the parliamentary rostrum yesterday. This pattern of activity demonstrates a rapid response to security developments and continuous oversight of government actions.

Direct opposition to the government is not expressed; rather, criticism is aimed at the executive branch's slow pace and lack of clarity regarding critical security matters. Specifically, there is criticism concerning the delay in procuring the acoustic surveillance system due to economic or financial reasons, despite the fact that bids were submitted last year. The criticism is procedural, focusing on the speed of decision-making and the need to eliminate confusion surrounding the division of competencies.

The style of interaction is formal and demanding, aimed at the Prime Minister to elicit specific answers regarding protocols for the use of force and the division of authority. The speaker begins by expressing support ("Strength to the Government") but then shifts focus to the shortcomings in the government's actions and the necessity of making decisions. Cooperation with other members of parliament is not mentioned.

The focus is clearly on national security (the defense of Estonian territory against attack drones) and the international context. The Polish drone incident is used as a precedent that emphasizes the need to improve Estonia's own defense capabilities. Specific local or regional projects in Estonia are not mentioned.

Economic views are linked to the prioritization of defense spending, with the speaker noting that the acquisition of the acoustic monitoring system has been stalled for financial reasons. The speaker suggests that this investment, totaling several million euros, should be implemented quickly, hinting that security considerations must take precedence over economic hurdles.

Social issues are confined to the development of civil security and the hazard notification system. Emphasis is placed on the need to ensure public messaging for civilians and the full operational capability of the notification system (siren system). This is directly linked to security threats and the necessity of informing civilians, as demonstrated by the Polish incident.

The legislative focus is directed towards clarifying and implementing the decisions and protocols of the executive branch. The main priorities include changing the division of competence between the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) and the Defence Forces, clearly establishing a weapons usage protocol for neutralizing attack drones, and making a decision regarding the acquisition of an acoustic surveillance system.