By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler
Total Sessions: 139
Fully Profiled: 139
2025-11-11
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is directed towards national institutions (the Supreme Court) and international/pan-European policies, such as the centralization of the European Commission and energy and industrial policy. Regional or local focus is absent.
2025-11-10
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is clearly national (Estonian national defense, election organization) and international (European deindustrialization, the coalition of the willing, US industrial policy). Specific local or regional topics are not addressed.
2025-11-06
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is primarily international and national, utilizing examples of deindustrialization in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Southern Europe (Spain, Portugal) to illustrate the failure of renewable energy policy. In the Estonian context, emphasis is placed on energy security and economic competitiveness.
2025-11-05
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is primarily international (the Mozambique mission, European energy needs, Chinese influences) and national (Estonian tax policy, state planning). There is no specific emphasis on local or regional issues within Estonia.
2025-11-05
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The focus is directed towards Estonian internal security and national legislation, while extensively utilizing international parallels (Belgium, Netherlands, Norway, Denmark, Albania) in the context of prison rental agreements. The role of European funding in substantiating this legislation is emphasized.
2025-11-04
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is on national legislation and the international agreement (between Estonia and Sweden), analyzing their impact on the Estonian state and the prison system. There is no regional or local focus.
2025-11-03
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Insufficient data.
2025-10-22
XV Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is heavily placed on the activities, administrative structure, and the capacity of local governments (LGs) to manage their own affairs. The discussion addresses the impact of national legislation on decision-making processes at the LG level, such as the issuance of permits for installing equipment.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The focus is heavily on the national level, particularly concerning the long-term strategy for Estonia's energy security and the utilization of mineral resources (oil shale, peat). International examples (Germany, Spain) are employed to illustrate national risks, highlighting the danger of import dependence.
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
The focus is heavily international and centered on the European Union, addressing European Council topics and obligations arising from EU directives. It refers to specific foreign countries (Poland and Spain) as either political partners or cautionary examples.
2025-10-13
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The regional focus concerns rural areas, emphasizing that the tax policy (the car tax) negatively affects the people living there, particularly large families. Energy topics center around national critical infrastructure.
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
The regional focus is represented in the criticism of the Rail Baltic project, highlighting the difference in Latvian priorities and the senselessness of the Estonian construction ("a rail connection to Häädemeeste featuring stations in the middle of nowhere"). Local government elections and the activities of politicians in Põlva and Võru are also mentioned, but the general emphasis is on national and international topics.
2025-10-07
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Insufficient data.
2025-09-22
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is primarily on international topics (the energy policies of the US, UK, China, and Germany) and the national level (government criticism and border control). Regional focus is minimal, with the exception of a brief reference to Võro matters and the mention of local elections.
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
There is no regional focus; instead, the focus is on national draft legislation that affects all Estonian residents and businesses. Reference is also made to European Union funding (3.5 million), which was the impetus for rushing the bill.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker mentions their previous involvement with the Southeast Estonia region, referencing conversations held there prior to the 2019 elections. The current focus, however, is on national and international issues (diplomacy, ministerial responsibility).
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing
South-East Estonia is brought up in relation to the historical context of building the border fence, as well as local residents' concerns about the visibility of the border installations. The primary emphasis, however, remains on the actions taken by the Ministry of Defence and the government at the national level.
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on national defense and financial management issues, as well as international communication (with Ukrainians). Regional or local topics are absent.
2025-09-08
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The focus is broad, encompassing Europe's geopolitical position, the future of its economy, and its energy dependence on imports. Estonia is discussed within the European context, highlighting the necessity of making sensible decisions here in Estonia before "old, big, and slow Europe" finally catches on. Specific local or regional projects are not mentioned, but the goal of restoring Estonia's status as an electricity exporter is strongly emphasized.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The primary focus is on national and international issues (EU regulation, Rail Baltic), but specific regional problems are also highlighted. Separate attention is dedicated to the security and social challenges facing the border regions of Southeast Estonia, as well as the restoration of local rail links (Pärnu, Haapsalu) as a counterpoint to Rail Baltic.
2025-06-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is directed towards national issues affecting the people and businesses of Estonia (data protection, competitiveness, timber harvesting). Attention is also given to European Union level regulations and their impact (a reference to Ursula and ESG reporting).
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Insufficient data
2025-06-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is exclusively on the national level and legislation, addressing the mandates of the Financial Intelligence Unit (Rahapesu Andmebüroo) and the proceedings of the Riigikogu (Parliament). There are no references to specific regional or local issues.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The regional focus is directed towards rural and sparsely populated areas concerning waste management costs and practical solutions. Põlva town is also specifically mentioned regarding the construction of shelters, raising concerns about potential hidden costs in local projects.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
It emphasizes the protection of the rights of rural areas and local communities, citing Haanja, Lahemaa, and Vana-Vigala as examples. It stresses the need to preserve the visual landscape of Estonia free from large industrial facilities, and criticizes the condescending attitude of city dwellers toward the concerns of rural residents.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The regional focus is on international infrastructure projects, concentrating specifically on the Tallinn-Warsaw connection and broader cooperation among the Baltic states. Separate emphasis is placed on issues concerning the neighboring country's (Latvia) section of the project, demonstrating interest in the progress of the cross-border undertaking.
2025-05-21
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
It focuses on Estonia's domestic energy issues and the crucial role of Ida-Virumaa in the context of oil shale production and controlling air pollution. Internationally, it references European Union policy (ELAK, Ursula von der Leyen) and cites examples from Canada (specifically Ontario) regarding ineffective energy policy.
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
The focus is heavily regional, concentrating on the demographic and socio-economic problems of Southeast Estonia's border zone. The necessity of ensuring that people remain in the border areas for security considerations is emphasized, alongside improving the living conditions of local residents, including border guards, Defence League members, and rescue workers.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The focus is strongly national, highlighting Estonia's unique position due to its oil shale reserves and the goal of re-establishing Estonia as the "powerhouse" of the Baltics. It employs international comparisons (USA, China, Germany) in the context of European and Estonian competitiveness.
2025-05-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.
There is a strong regional focus on Southeast Estonia, particularly the Võru and Põlva regions, where he represents the city of Võru but promotes regional cooperation. He criticizes Tallinn-centrism and highlights the negative impact of tax policy on people living outside Tallinn. He supports the development of a shooting range in Põlva, which has historically been a stronghold for marksmanship, based on the principle of efficiency and dual use.
2025-05-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The discussion focuses on Estonia's national energy policy and economic competitiveness, emphasizing the importance of domestic resources, specifically oil shale. It mentions the negative impact of the car tax on rural residents and large families. An international perspective is employed to provide cautionary examples (Spain, Germany, and Denmark).
2025-04-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker emphasizes the importance of Ida-Virumaa, supporting the use of oil shale and referencing the health issues faced by the region's residents, which should be addressed through affordable energy production. On the international front, he focuses on comparisons and cautionary examples (Germany, Denmark, California) and proposes cooperation with Poland, Latvia, Lithuania, and Finland regarding the CO2 quota issue.
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on national energy security (disconnection from the Russian grid) and economic competitiveness (oil shale versus gas). Specific Estonian facilities such as the Kiisa power plant and Auvere are mentioned, along with international comparisons (Texas, USA, and the Rotterdam gas price).
2025-04-23
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing
The focus is exclusively on the national level, covering the formation of the government, the activities of the ministers, and the procedures of the Riigikogu (Parliament).
2025-04-17
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The primary focus is on the national economy and the standard of living for families, using international comparisons (European countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland). It mentions a personal residence in Võru County, contrasting the views of rural residents with the context of the Viimsi Konsum, although this does not directly affect the presented legislation.
2025-04-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on Estonian national interests and energy security, comparing Estonia's policy with the actions of the European Union and its immediate neighbors (Finland, Latvia). Emphasis is placed on Estonia's unique position as a small state with domestic energy production capabilities, which should not have to rely on imports.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on the national and international levels. Emphasis is placed on the unfair impact of the car tax on people living outside major cities. Internationally, Lithuania's positive example regarding the taxation of banks' windfall profits is repeatedly highlighted.
2025-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on international relations (US politics, the behavior of the Finnish President and the NATO leader) and the Estonian national level (the operational procedures of the Riigikogu). Data pointing to a local or regional focus is absent.
2025-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national legislation (such as the car tax and quotas for publicly listed companies) and international law (the ILO convention). There are no references to specific regional issues or local interests.
2025-03-24
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.
The regional focus is centered on Estonia's national energy production, specifically the use of oil shale and the maintenance of existing power generation units. The objective is to guarantee adequate energy availability for national defense and the development of major industry within Estonia.
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.
The focus is clearly national, addressing the Estonian economy, national defense, and nationwide tax policy. International comparisons are also mentioned (a China-like state, the neighbors' economic cycle).
2025-03-18
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth sitting, plenary session
The focus is on national issues, such as promoting foreign investment, attracting foreign labor, and regulations regarding the financing of political parties. There is no regional or local focus.
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The regional focus is aimed at protecting residents of rural areas, stressing that the car tax will make life harder for those living outside major cities because they are car-dependent. This emphasis safeguards a specific non-urban demographic.
2025-02-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national energy policy, state consumption, and the use of taxpayer money. There is no regional or local focus; all topics covered are of nationwide importance.
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on national legislative issues (the voting rights of Estonian citizens) and the international context (European Union treaties). There is no regional focus.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is placed on national issues (the economy, energy, the budget) and international politics, especially relations with the largest ally and business dealings with Russia. There is no regional or local focus.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The focus is clearly on international relations, specifically the issues concerning the US, Israel, and NATO, as well as Estonia's foreign policy course. Local or regional topics are not covered in the speeches.
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
The focus is clearly international, centering on Estonia's relationship with its biggest ally, the United States. The diplomatic activities of Latvia, Lithuania, and Denmark (in relation to Greenland) are also mentioned to allow for a comparison of the Estonian government's success.
2025-01-28
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The focus is on national issues (specialists required in Estonia, Estonian banks) and international matters (IBRD, international financial institutions). There is absolutely no reference to specific local or regional interests.
2025-01-27
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Not enough data
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker's focus is primarily on national economic problems (inflation, poverty). The regional aspect manifests itself in the discussion of unfair network fees, where he contrasts the potential consequences of Lasnamäe (due to its proximity to Iru) being exempted from these fees with the resulting impact on the residents of Võrumaa and Põlvamaa.
2025-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The focus is directed at the national level (the well-being of the Estonian people) and international comparison (governments of European countries). Specific local or regional projects or communities are not emphasized.
2025-01-21
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The focus is directed toward the national and European Union levels, specifically addressing the issues, supports, and regulations within the agricultural sector. Emphasis is also placed on the administrative burden faced by agricultural producers and their relationships with state institutions (PRIA, the Labour Inspectorate).
2025-01-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The regional focus is aimed at supporting rural areas and families living outside major population centers. The car tax, which disproportionately affects these regions, is facing particular criticism, alongside expressed concerns regarding the closure of rural schools. This highlights worries about the deepening of regional inequality.
2025-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
The focus is primarily on national issues (energy, state governance) and international responsibility (the global defense of democracy and transparency). It also addresses the local level, protecting the right of democratically elected municipal councils to refuse to initiate detailed planning for wind farms, thereby prioritizing local democracy.
2025-01-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Not enough data
2025-01-13
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker emphasizes the negative impact of centralization and the closure of courthouses on local communities, focusing specifically on the examples of Põlva and Võrumaa. He criticizes the Põlva mayor, a member of the Reform Party, for failing to stand up for his municipality, despite his party's position in the coalition. He also opposes the trend of "moving everything to Tallinn."
2024-12-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
A strong regional focus is aimed at protecting the interests of residents in rural areas and large families, who will be hit hardest by the car tax. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of owning multiple vehicles in the countryside and the crucial importance of maintaining these cars for transporting children to school. The positions held by a colleague originating from Võrumaa are also mentioned.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
It focuses primarily on national issues (tax policy, budget) and international topics (missions in Mozambique and Lebanon, the role of the UN). The regional focus in Estonia indirectly affects residents of rural areas, for whom using a car is unavoidable and who are hit particularly hard by the tax increases.
2024-12-03
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is clearly on international topics, addressing the capital increase for the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and assistance to Ukraine.
2024-11-21
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The focus is divided between international climate topics (IPCC, global warming, the Indian businessman Adani) and Estonian legislation (the Waste Act, tire blocks). A specific local or regional focus is absent.
2024-11-20
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on legislation at the national level and the issue of citizenship concerning local government elections throughout Estonia. Specific regions, projects, or local issues are not being emphasized.
2024-11-20
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.
The focus is both national (state budget, strategic investments) and international (Rail Baltic, cooperation with Latvia). The text also mentions the impact of excise duty increases on border trade along Estonia's southern and northern borders, highlighting the outflow of money from Estonia.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.
The focus is primarily on the national level and core governmental activities (ministry budgets, getting the state finances in order). There is no regional focus; the emphasis is strictly on macroeconomic and state budget issues.
2024-11-13
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on international events (the US elections, the Paris Climate Agreement) and how they impact Estonia’s domestic policy (specifically energy and social policy). Within the Estonian regional context, there is mention of the potential of oil shale energy, which would become economically viable if CO2 quotas were abolished.
2024-11-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on national legislative amendments (land tax, Health Insurance Fund financing), but regional examples are highlighted to illustrate their impact. Specific target groups are mentioned, such as the "Nõmme granny" and the "agricultural entrepreneur in a rural area," emphasizing the financial situation of Local Authorities (KOVs) and their limited fiscal autonomy.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
Not enough data
2024-11-06
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on international events (the US elections) and their impact on European and Estonian politics. Estonia's critical mineral resources (phosphorite) are also mentioned, which points to a national resource issue.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus is on ensuring national energy supply security and strengthening international connections (specifically Estonia-Latvia). The Sõrve connection is mentioned, which points to a specific regional infrastructure project, but the overarching concern remains the competitiveness of Estonian industry.
2024-11-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is exclusively on national issues and legislation, such as the status of the state budget, trends in drug-related deaths, and the regulation of sports law. Regional or local focus is absent.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The regional focus is highlighted by mentioning Viljandi and the speaker's home region. A local bog restoration project is cited as an example of how social issues (specifically, social gender) are permeating both science and rural life. The speaker uses these local examples to make complex international topics more accessible to an Estonian audience.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is on national topics: Estonian energy policy, the activities of Eesti Energia, and the suitability of ministers. A monument located at the Tallinn Military Cemetery is mentioned, but a broader regional or local focus is absent.
2024-10-22
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on the national level (Estonian economy, banking, and competitiveness) and European Union regulations (ESG requirements). The Lithuanian example is used as a model for introducing a bank tax, and reference is made to the shift in tone among US banks regarding ESG.
2024-10-21
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is primarily on international topics (the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Sweden, Germany, Lithuania) and national topics (the Estonian prison system, economic policy, red symbolism). The international context is used to evaluate Estonian political decisions (prison rent, the bank tax). Local or regional focus is lacking.
2024-10-16
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is on national economic and budgetary issues, but international comparisons are also drawn, particularly regarding the tax environments and inflation in Latvia and Lithuania. Emphasis is placed on the loss of the Estonian economic environment's competitive advantage and the risk of border trade accelerating.
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The political focus is predominantly national (Estonian economy, energy) and international (European CO2 trading, the migration pact, the example of Germany). Southeastern Estonia is mentioned only in relation to the construction of the finance minister's personal residence, which is used as an example of the contradiction between the minister's environmental philosophy and his actual behavior.
2024-10-14
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The focus is primarily on national socio-political and economic issues. Specific concern is also raised regarding the financial burden on Local Governments (LG) due to new legislative amendments, demanding concrete figures and state budget coverage. An international comparison is used, referencing the demographic activities of the Finnish government.
2024-10-09
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.
The focus is entirely at the national level on matters of social services and budget management, concerning special care services and the Health Insurance Fund. There is no reference to specific regional problems or communities.
2024-10-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing
The focus is clearly international, addressing Estonia's foreign and security policy in the context of the war in Ukraine and consultations with NATO partners. Domestic or local regional focus is not covered.
2024-10-08
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Insufficient data
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on major national and international transport projects that impact Estonia’s connectivity. Specific mention is made of the Tallinn-Pärnu section of Via Baltica and the Rail Baltic project.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The focus is primarily national (the Estonian economy, energy sector, and public transport reform) and international (examples drawn from European industry and the German economy). Regionally, it addresses Estonia's demographic problem, where Tallinn is growing while the remaining regions are emptying out, in connection with the analysis of public transport costs.
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
Information is scarce. The topics under discussion (the pension system, the Value Added Tax Act) are inherently national issues.
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
It focuses on national projects and issues, such as energy supply security and the environmental damage caused by Rail Baltic. The text also mentions the difficult situation agricultural producers find themselves in due to rural competition, highlighting problems related to local communities and land use.
2024-09-16
The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.
Insufficient data.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The focus is at the national level (national defense and economic policy), emphasizing support for domestic producers ("our drone manufacturers"). A specific regional focus is lacking.
2024-09-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.
The focus is at the national level, addressing the implementation of the law and legal precedents throughout Estonia. While the expertise of the University of Tartu is referenced, there is no specific regional emphasis.
2024-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The focus is on national policies, but emphasis is placed on their impact on rural areas and individual entrepreneurs. Haanja Nature Park is specifically mentioned regarding the failure to inform landowners. Reference is also made to the depopulation of rural areas, which stands in contrast to the government's claim that human settlement is expanding.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.
The focus is directed toward a specific location in Tallinn (the area surrounding the Bronze Soldier) and the actions of the city government representative (who previously held a ministerial role). This links local politics with issues of national security and historical memory.
2024-07-29
The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.
There is not enough data.
2024-07-29
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The strong regional focus is directed towards rural areas, highlighting the necessity for families with children to own two cars, a requirement driven by the consolidation of the school network and inadequate public transportation. Regarding the financing of local governments, Viimsi, Saaremaa, and Võrumaa are cited as examples, coupled with a warning against the concentration of young people in the municipalities of the "golden ring."
2024-07-22
15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.
The focus is on national issues, such as competitiveness, the status of the state budget, and security. A specific regional focus is lacking, although the Just Transition Fund is mentioned, which is broadly connected to Ida-Viru County, but it is used as an example of improper funding.
2024-07-15
15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The regional focus is indirect, stressing that government policies, particularly those related to the green transition and taxation, could result in people being displaced from rural areas. He/She suggests that the installation of wind turbines and solar panels, along with the promotion of biodiversity, runs counter to the interests of rural inhabitants.
2024-06-12
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session.
The speaker's focus is predominantly national and systemic (Estonian energy sector, judicial system). Regional focus is absent, except for a brief hypothetical example concerning the conversion of Võru's district heating system to nuclear energy, which is not his main topic.
2024-06-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The regional focus is aimed at rural residents, stressing that the car tax will hit them the hardest, as they often require larger vehicles and frequently own two cars. This emphasis directly connects tax policy with the way of life in rural regions. A colleague from Võrumaa is mentioned and acknowledged.
2024-06-03
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.
Not enough data
2024-05-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker's focus is both national and international, drawing comparisons using examples from the USA, Florida, and Scandinavia concerning child protection and energy policy. He/She stresses the importance of utilizing Estonia's own resource, oil shale, given the current geopolitical situation, while opposing its replacement with natural gas.
2024-05-28
15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The regional focus is overwhelmingly national, dealing primarily with the country's fiscal policy and nationwide legislative changes. Specific regional projects or communities are not highlighted.
2024-05-27
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on national policies (energy poverty, renovation, and defense capability) and international comparisons (such as the example of subsidies in the US state of California and European defense capability). A specific local or regional emphasis within Estonia is lacking.
2024-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is on national policy and its impact on local governments (LGs) in ensuring the remuneration of kindergarten teachers, highlighting the financial risks faced by the LGs. Specific regional projects or communities are not emphasized.
2024-05-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is on the national and international level, addressing the topic of Russian special services and its coverage in the Estonian media.
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is exclusively on national topics, specifically the trustworthiness of the electoral system and the operational structure of the Riigikogu. Not enough data.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
Insufficient data.
2024-05-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is heavily regional, highlighting the prime minister’s criticism directed at the residents of Võru County, who were labeled the angriest. The speaker expands the topic to all 15 counties, demanding their public ranking on a scale of 1–15 to ensure regional fairness.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on the national level (the minister's area of responsibility and the government's actions) and on international examples. Comparisons are drawn from "Old Europe," Latvia, and Lithuania to set standards for political accountability and medical practices.
2024-04-30
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.
The regional focus is minimal, limited to an ironic reference to the "evil people of Võru," which is immediately softened. The main emphasis is on national legislative and economic issues.
2024-04-29
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is primarily on international issues (the ECB, the US Federal Reserve) and national topics (the Bank of Estonia, the Prime Minister). Võrumaa is mentioned only in the context of criticizing the Prime Minister, emphasizing the quote concerning the "evil" people in that region.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is on the broad international and European level (France, Asia, the US East Coast) to illustrate economic and safety examples of nuclear energy. Estonian or local regional focus is not emphasized, with the exception of references to the Riigikogu debate.
2024-04-17
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
None. The focus is solely on the national parliament's rules of procedure and the legislative process.
2024-04-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker’s focus is on national topics (Estonian e-elections, the energy market, the state’s credibility) and international comparisons (Greek pensions, electoral methods in European countries, visa-free travel for Russia). There is no specific local or regional focus present in the speeches.
2024-04-15
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session
The focus is on the national road network and the quality of road maintenance across Estonia. To illustrate the problems, examples are drawn from Lääne-Virumaa (Padaoru) and especially from the speaker's home county, Võrumaa, where a reconstructed intersection located on the Tallinn–Tartu–Luhamaa road constantly causes accidents.
2024-04-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is primarily national (the state budget, the Estonian-language school network) and international, referencing developments in the social sphere in the United States and the United Kingdom. Specific local or regional projects are not highlighted, apart from the general issue concerning the closure of Estonian-language schools.
2024-04-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
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2024-04-03
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-04-03
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is heavily on national security (Estonia as a border state to Russia) and the international geopolitical context. Comparisons are drawn with the legal basis of the other Baltic states (Latvia, Lithuania) and the example of Germany’s energy policy.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker concentrates on international examples (China) and historical context (the Industrial Revolution) when discussing urban planning. Specific Estonian regions or local projects are not addressed.
2024-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.
The focus is directed at the national level (the nature of the Estonian state, the economy) and international energy interconnections (the fourth Estonia-Latvia connection). He highlights the locations of bottlenecks in Estonia, noting that the concern lies in the north, but investments are being planned for the south.
2024-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is exclusively on the national level, addressing the general processes of state governance and administration.
2024-03-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The focus is strongly international, concentrating on the political situation and protests in European countries (Germany, France). At the national level, attention is paid to the accountability and legislation of the Estonian government. Local or regional topics are absent.
2024-03-11
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
A strong regional focus is directed toward rural areas and people living far from major centers, emphasizing the deterioration of their livelihoods due to government policies. Specific examples cited are the lower wage levels and inadequate public transport in Võrumaa, which makes the car tax especially burdensome.
2024-03-07
Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session
The focus is on Estonia's national energy strategy and international competitiveness, using major European countries (France, Germany) for comparison. Specific infrastructure projects are mentioned, such as the Estonia-Latvia fourth connection (which would be better named the Paide-Sõrve connection) and bottlenecks heading north (the Finland/Sweden connection).
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is on national topics (Estonian state aviation, the Health Insurance Fund, the state budget) and the international level (EU tax policy, relations with Koreans). There is no specific local or regional focus.
2024-03-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing
The focus is on national energy policy and international comparisons, particularly concerning the price of electricity in Finland. A historical international example (France's Mesmer Plan) is also used to illustrate the successful implementation of long-term energy policy. Local or regional topics are not covered.
2024-03-05
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker focuses on national energy policy and the international context (the UAE climate conference, the USA, Finland, Sweden). He/She also raises the issue of regional balance in the field of education, criticizing the potentially disproportionate distribution of educational centers favoring Tallinn and Tartu at the expense of the rest of Estonia.
2024-03-04
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
A strong regional focus is placed on the residents of rural areas, who are unfairly affected by the government’s plans, particularly the car tax. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of owning multiple cars to manage children’s logistics when living far from major centers. The topic of abolishing the land tax exemption is also mentioned, which directly concerns local municipalities and landowners.
2024-02-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
The local level and councils are mentioned, emphasizing people's concern for the well-being of their place of residence. However, the core focus of the speech is clearly on national and macroeconomic issues, such as tax policy, exports, and economic growth.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The focus is on national tax policy and the legislative framework of local government (specifically, the competence and language requirements for council members). There are no references to specific regions or local projects.
2024-01-25
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is clearly national, emphasizing Estonia's competitiveness and the growth of national wealth through mineral exploration. While the draft legislation does address the requirement to seek input from local authorities, the speaker argues that mineral exploration should be a national issue, not a factor that impedes the local process.
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is national, concentrating on Estonia's economic competitiveness and the research of state mineral resources. Specific regional or local topics are absent.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The focus is purely national, addressing Estonia's overall tax burden and the macroeconomic situation (economic recession/downturn).
2024-01-22
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The focus is national (Estonian GDP and housing affordability) and international, using Canadian analysis as a benchmark and referring to global ideological trends (WEF). There are no references to specific local or regional projects.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
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2024-01-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is primarily on national crises (demographics, the economy, security). Specific regions mentioned include Tallinn and Ida-Virumaa, discussed in the context of the teacher shortage, and Haapsalu, cited as an example of railway infrastructure.
2024-01-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
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2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
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2024-01-10
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
The focus is on the national level, covering the competitiveness of the Estonian economy and the management of state-owned enterprises (Nordica). International comparison is also crucial, particularly concerning electricity prices relative to Finland, which has been established as the benchmark for the economic objective.
2024-01-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
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2024-01-08
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The focus is on national topics (Estonian media freedom, energy policy), but the necessity of factoring in Estonia's geographical location and climate is emphasized (e.g., the arrival of winter and temperatures dropping to -28.5 degrees Celsius). International examples (Germany's green transition, Russian gas) are utilized as cautionary contexts.