By Plenary Sessions: Priit Sibul

The speaker strongly opposes the draft amendment to the Churches and Congregations Act, deeming it ineffective and beyond the Riigikogu’s (Parliament’s) competence regarding canonical law. The stance is value-based, stressing that it is impossible to legislate the heart, and warns that the attempt to discredit the Moscow church could ultimately lead to the discrediting of the Estonian state itself. The speaker also questions the substantive outcome of the bill, arguing that it focuses only on formalities rather than the actual problem (Patriarch Kirill).

The speaker is from the opposition, criticizing the government's actions and the vague wording of the coalition agreement, particularly concerning vocational education and the introduction of foreign labor. The primary focus is on economic policy and the consequences of simplifying the rules for foreign labor, questioning its potential positive impact on the shrinking manufacturing sector. The criticism targets both the substance of the policy and its unclear implementation, demanding concrete answers from the Prime Minister.

The political focus is centered on international health security and questions regarding the virus's origin, citing intelligence data (Germany, USA). The speaker stresses the necessity for action by the World Health Organization (WHO) to prevent future laboratory incidents. This position is clearly oriented toward policy and preventative measures.

The speaker strongly supports the implementation of right-wing policies by the new government, expressing hope for their success. The main political concerns relate to the practical application of rules governing the import of skilled workers, as well as the progress and transparency of the major defense investment (100 million euros). The focus is on the effectiveness and accountability of the government's activities.

The political stance centers on strong opposition to the government’s tax policy (the VAT hike and car tax), which jeopardizes national defense spending. The speaker urgently calls for the acceleration of the 1.6 billion euro ammunition procurement, pushing for completion by 2027, and criticizes the coalition for misleading the public concerning the procurement deadlines. The priority remains national defense readiness and supporting the citizens' will to defend, stressing that Estonia must fulfill its obligations regardless of the outcomes of the NATO summit.