By Months: Kalev Stoicescu

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of national defense and military operations, covering in detail NATO (ARF, SNF) and EU (Aspides) missions. They provide precise procedural details on the handling of draft legislation within the National Defense Committee and incorporate technical information (such as the etymology of Aspides and the mission cost of €71,269, which was covered by the operating expenses of the Defence Forces).

The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise in the field of national defense and foreign operations, utilizing specific terminology (e.g., ARF, SNF, EUNAVFOR ASPIDES, SACEUR). He/She provides detailed briefings on the objectives of the operations, the geographical areas involved (the Red Sea, the Persian Gulf), and the scale of Estonia’s contribution (up to 3 or 76 defense personnel). This expertise is grounded in close coordination with officials from the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff of the Defense Forces.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense and security policy, citing specific GDP percentages, NATO objectives, and investment figures (e.g., 1.6 billion euros in additional investments). Furthermore, they possess detailed historical knowledge regarding the fate of the Crimean Tatars, referencing specific events, dates (1783, 1944, 2014), and casualty numbers.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the comprehensive national defense strategy, NATO collective defense, and border security matters. They utilize technical terminology (HNS, RES, security tax) and view national defense as an integrated system encompassing multiple domains (including cyber defense and critical services). Furthermore, they are familiar with the necessary development of the defense forces' service culture and the current status of the infrastructure along the eastern border.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in international security, sanctions policy, and the development of the defense industry. They are well-versed in the legal and political nuances surrounding the utilization of Russia's frozen assets, underscoring the necessity of operating strictly within the framework of the law. Furthermore, they demonstrate knowledge regarding the need for budget balancing, citing a combination of spending cuts, tax increases, and investments.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the procedures for denouncing international treaties and in analyzing Russia's political situation. He employs political and moral argumentation, describing the Russian regime as a criminal dictatorship and analyzing the lack of fairness in the elections. The expertise is value-based rather than technical.

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in foreign and security policy, addressing NATO's collective deterrence and the role of diplomacy in international confrontation. He is particularly detailed on the subject of war crimes in Ukraine, referencing the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrants and presenting data regarding the number of deported children. He is also aware of the need to develop the European defense industry and change the economic model.