By Months: Peeter Tali

Total Months: 10

Fully Profiled: 10

12.2024

7 Speeches

The focus is primarily on international security issues (NATO, US alliance relations, operations in Iraq and Afghanistan) and national defense policy. Emphasis is placed on protecting Estonian territory and its inhabitants, referencing the need to prevent war crimes against the residents of Narva, similar to those that took place in Ukraine. Specific foreign locations such as Erbil, Kandahar, and Lashkar Gah are mentioned.
11.2024

15 Speeches

The regional focus is heavily directed towards the Baltic states and North-South connections. The critical importance of Rail Baltic and Via Baltica (a 2+2 road up to Ikla) is emphasized as the backbone of both security and the economy. Internationally, the focus remains on supporting Ukraine and the participation of Estonian defense forces personnel in operations in the Middle East (Iraq).
10.2024

2 Speeches

The focus is heavily placed on national security and international influence (Kremlin's imperialistic ambitions and the example of Moldova). Specific Estonian locations (Pootsi in Pärnu County, Tartu) are mentioned in connection with the historical martyr Bishop Platon, to emphasize the historical legitimacy and Estonian-centric nature of the Estonian Apostolic Orthodox Church.
09.2024

9 Speeches

The regional focus is on Pärnu County due to the public transport reform and the construction of Rail Baltic. He/She is asking for recommendations for Pärnu residents regarding the lack of a rail link and questions the strategic purpose of Rail Baltic if the initial construction only extends as far as Pärnu.
06.2024

1 Speeches

The focus is clearly on the national level (the Estonian business environment, national defense, the budget) and the international level (risks stemming from the proximity of the aggressor state). Local or regional issues are absent.
05.2024

3 Speeches

The focus is predominantly on national and international security issues, underscoring the very raison d'être of the Estonian state. Regionally, in the context of Russian influence, mention is made of the Nevsky Cathedral located on Toompea and the Kuremäe Convent. Regarding the education reform, Narva, Sillamäe, Maardu, and specific districts of Tallinn are named as places where special conditions might be sought.
04.2024

4 Speeches

The regional focus addresses the structure of the Kaitseliit (Defence League), noting that the distribution of its territorial units (malevad) has become outdated, having failed to keep pace with the movement of the Estonian population from rural areas to urban areas. This is a critique that points to the necessity of adapting the defence organization’s structure to current demographic changes.
03.2024

2 Speeches

The regional focus is related to military exercises, mentioning the active phase of Kevadtorm (Spring Storm) taking place in Pärnu County, Lääne County, and the islands. He/She emphasizes that an exercise of this nature has not been previously held on the islands.
02.2024

4 Speeches

The focus is overwhelmingly international, centering on the war in Ukraine, the threat posed by Russia, and relations with European and Western partners. Estonian domestic or local issues are not addressed in the speeches, with the exception of protecting Estonian citizens from unfair rulings by Russian courts.
01.2024

4 Speeches

A strong regional focus, emphasizing the need for a strategic vision to support life and education outside the three largest cities (Tallinn, Tartu, Pärnu). Specifically highlighted are the educational landscape and community contribution of Saarde municipality, with detailed questions presented regarding its future.