By Plenary Sessions: Margit Sutrop

The speaker demonstrates expertise at the intersection of foreign trade and security, citing Germany’s 2023 China Strategy as a model. Specific data is utilized, such as Estonia’s 94 million euro export of electrical equipment and mechanical machinery to China. The speaker is also aware of previous economic losses (2011) and current security challenges (Balticconnector).

Possesses deep and technical expertise in the field of higher education policy, the organization of doctoral studies, and research funding (base financing, competitive funding). Uses specific data and statistics to support arguments, for example, by referencing ESI citation indicators (Estonia's 4th place) and the low grant success rate in the humanities (1/11). Explains in detail the problems associated with language restrictions in Master's programs, which hinder the inclusion of Erasmus students.