By Plenary Sessions: Peeter Tali
Total Sessions: 41
Fully Profiled: 41
2025-10-15
The 15th Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise concerning the European Union’s financial mechanisms (MFF, CEF, Horizon) and the parliamentary process, stemming from their role as a member of the European Union Affairs Committee (ELAK). Specific terminology is employed, including net position, co-financing rates, and dual-use infrastructure, with references also made to strategic reports (Niinistö, Draghi, Letta).
2025-10-08
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Demonstrates expertise in legislative procedures, referencing the third reading of the draft bill and its deliberation in committees. It emphasizes the role of technological solutions (machines) in ensuring security and enhancing police effectiveness, justifying this by the necessity of replacing human labor. A historical reference (Ned Ludd) is used to characterize the opponents' positions.
2025-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise on national defense and security topics, utilizing technical terminology such as a multi-layered air defense shield, drone warfare capabilities, and the execution of operations across all warfighting domains (cyberspace, the cognitive domain, space). Precise economic data was also presented regarding the impact of tax changes (780 million euros injected into the economy) and budget cuts (112 million euros), while referencing the relaxation of the Maastricht criteria.
2025-09-24
Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates authority in the fields of national defense and legislative procedure, referencing specific officials and departments within the Ministry of Defense and the General Staff of the Defense Forces. He provides a detailed overview of the bill's discussions, mentioning Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur and Colonel Priit Pikner. This expertise is also evident in his ability to confirm that "all questions were more or less answered and clarity was established."
2025-09-17
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense and civil crisis management legislation, referencing specific draft bills (668, 620, 631, 659) and noting their extensive scope. Technical terms such as EE-ALARM are utilized, and emphasis is placed on the necessity of basing shelter construction on the threat assessment provided by the Defense Forces. The expertise centers on the specifics of crisis management systems, standards for sheltering facilities, and the consolidation of relevant legislation.
2025-09-11
15th Riigikogu, 6th plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of financial institutions (the Bank of Estonia, the Financial Supervision Authority) and crisis management. Particular emphasis is placed on the impact of critical infrastructure failures (the absence of electricity and internet) on financial stability. The speaker clearly distinguishes the roles of the Bank of Estonia and the Financial Supervision Authority during a crisis, demanding specific action plans from the latter.
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in the field of national defense, particularly regarding the regulations governing conscription and voluntary service. They are proficient in the procedural processes of the Riigikogu and have thorough knowledge of the officials at the Ministry of Defense and the Defence Resources Agency who participated in the preparation of the draft legislation. The expertise is presented factually, referencing specific discussions and officials.
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
The expertise is related to the field of legislation and internal security, specifically amendments to the Police and Border Guard Act. The speaker demonstrates authority regarding the legislative procedure by submitting the draft bill to the Riigikogu. No specific data or technical terms are presented in the speech.
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the history of the Orthodox Church, canonical law (tomos, vicariate), and geopolitical linkages. The knowledge demonstrated regarding the ties between the Russian Orthodox Church and the Kremlin's special services (KGB/FSB) is particularly detailed, highlighting specific agent names (Drozdov, Mikhailov) and historical facts. Technical terms such as "Ecumenical Patriarch" and "Russkiy Mir" are used to clarify the situation.
2025-06-16
XV Riigikogu, V Session, Plenary Sitting
The politician demonstrates knowledge in the field of civil protection and crisis management, detailing the technical aspects of notification systems, the training of vital service providers (VSP), and the construction of shelters. Reference is made to existing laws (the Civil Crisis and National Defence Act) and international practices (Israel, Finland, Ukraine), as well as the specific Estonian app ("Ole valmis!"). In the initial address, a gap is highlighted in the plan for training the population outside of the public sector.
2025-06-04
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in military strategy and technical terminology, referencing the functions of defensive fortifications (the Baltic Defense Line/Rampart) and minefields. Specific terms are employed, such as 'Claymores,' 'anti-tank mines,' and 'strategicheskaya maskirovka,' stressing that defensive installations require the support of minefields and fire. Awareness of international defense cooperation and military history is also evident.
2025-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in education policy, thoroughly addressing the teacher pipeline, vocational education reform, and the phases of transitioning to Estonian-language instruction. They utilize specific terminology, such as "AI-Leap" (artificial intelligence leap), and stress the need to fund research and development (R&D) at a minimum of 1% of the gross domestic product (GDP). Education and technology are viewed as tightly interconnected sectors crucial for national defense and economic development.
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in media, communication, and strategic influence operations (Kremlin's hostile tactics). He/She highlights Rebane's two decades of consistent work exposing the Kremlin's activities and associates himself/herself with the circle of Juhan Peegel's students. He/She recognizes distinguished experts in both media and women's issues.
2025-04-09
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense, naval operations, and hybrid coercion, clearly distinguishing between wartime activities and peacetime (hybrid coercion) activities. Specific terminology is used, such as "the navy's ability to control and influence the maritime domain" and "legal clarity." Reference is also made to the work of the National Defense Committee and constitutional issues.
2025-03-26
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The highest level of expertise is demonstrated regarding the history, structure, and political influence of the Orthodox Church in Estonia, highlighting historical facts (e.g., the 1941 NKVD plans, the 1996 tomos). The speaker emphasizes the Moscow Patriarchate's ties to the Kremlin's special services (KGB/FSB) and its imperialistic objectives. Specific terminology is used, such as "tomos" and "exorcism."
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense, particularly technological innovation and deterrence strategies, citing the models of Israel and South Korea. Emphasis is placed on the role of engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs in contributing to national defense, utilizing technical terms such as "innovation" and "non-standard solutions."
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of Estonia's constitutional foundations, referring to the premises of the Constitutional Assembly and the principles of citizenship passed down through the bloodline. He addresses in particular detail the influence activities of the Moscow church in Estonia, calling it a subcontractor for the Russian special services and an instrument of influence operations. He has monitored this topic and dealt with it on a more or less scientific basis.
2025-02-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in European Union security policy and defense readiness, specifically referencing Sauli Niinistö’s report on civil and military preparedness. They are aware that this report is serving as the basis for drafting the EU security policy White Paper, and they mention key figures involved (Ursula von der Leyen, Kaja Kallas, Andrius Kubilius).
2025-01-22
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the history of geopolitical events, specifically referencing Russia's invasion of Georgia and the subsequent occupation of territories that occurred during the Beijing Olympic Games. The analysis focuses on Russia's strategic objectives and imperialistic intent. Strategic terminology such as "strategic goal" and "sphere of influence" is employed.
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in national defense and military strategy, citing specific weapon systems (such as ATACMS, IRIS-T, Caesar, K9) and financial allocations (5.6 billion euros). He elaborates on the new defense forces strategy (the destruction of the adversary on Russian territory, the Israeli model) and stresses the integration of drones into training at the squad and platoon levels. Resistance to hybrid threats and the spread of disinformation is also highlighted.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates deep expertise in national defense, foreign missions (including Iraq and Afghanistan), and the implementation of NATO Article 5. Technical terminology is utilized, and specific procedural dates, defense expenditure budget figures (e.g., 11.62 million euros this year), and equipment details (e.g., G-class Mercedes vehicles) are presented. Furthermore, thorough knowledge of Riigikogu (Parliament) procedural processes and the work of the lead committee is also evident.
2024-11-06
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
A high level of expertise in national defense, mandates for foreign operations, and the procedural rules of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament), particularly concerning the work of the National Defense Committee. Uses precise references to relevant legislation (the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure Act, the National Defense Act) and procedural details, such as consensus-based decisions and the setting of deadlines. Also possesses knowledge of Estonia's historical ties to Iraq (General Laidoner and the drawing of borders) as well as the objectives and threat assessments of foreign operations.
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker exhibits a deep understanding of the operational structure of the European Union Affairs Committee (ELAK), the legislative processes within the Riigikogu, and international parliamentary cooperation. They specifically cite EU reports (Letta, Draghi, Niinistö) and international forums (COSAC), elaborating on the goals of regulatory transposition and bureaucracy reduction. This expertise further extends to security and infrastructure projects, such as Rail Baltic and Via Baltica, alongside matters concerning the funding of European defense capabilities.
2024-10-23
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of the history of the Estonian Orthodox Church, referencing specific events (the 1919 founding, Bishop Platon, the 1923 tomos) and theological/political commentary (Toomas Paul). He presents detailed arguments regarding the role of the Russian Orthodox Church in serving the Kremlin’s imperial ambitions, also providing examples from Moldova.
2024-09-25
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the rules of procedure of the National Defence Committee and the procedures for processing legislation. The knowledge of international sanctions policy is particularly thorough, referring to specific EU sanctions packages, the use of LNG, and mechanisms for sanctions circumvention (re-export, third countries). He uses technical terms such as "comprehensive national defence" and "counterintelligence."
2024-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates authority on the subjects of national defense and crisis communication, utilizing specific terminology (ETO, VOS, cyberspace) and referencing the concept of modern warfare (the six battle domains). Particular emphasis is placed on the critical importance of controlling the information space for the functioning of the state and informing the populace. Historical military examples are also employed to showcase expertise.
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in modern warfare (six battle domains) and the field of cybersecurity. He/She employs technical terminology (NIS2, DORA, GRU, cyber offensive capability) and supports his/her arguments with international sources (the International Monetary Fund) and specific damage metrics ($200 billion). He/She is highly familiar with the vulnerabilities of the Estonian e-state and the role of the financial sector in ensuring operational resilience.
2024-06-13
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense financing and macroeconomic issues, citing specific required sums (1.5–1.7 billion euros). Technical terms like "capability gaps" and "measuring budget balance" are employed, highlighting the complexity of fiscal policy decisions.
2024-05-16
Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the terminology and structure of the Estonian defense industry, making a factual correction regarding the name of the association (the Space and Defence Industry Association). Large sums of money related to defense procurement (€1.6 billion) and the prospects for domestic production are also discussed authoritatively.
2024-05-06
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
The speaker demonstrates thorough knowledge of the history of the Orthodox Church in Estonia and its ties to Russian special services, employing specific terminology such as "tomos" and "subcontractor." He references concrete historical dates (1923, 1941, 1943, 1996) and individuals (Stalin, Kirill, Merkulov) to substantiate the danger and political role of the Moscow church. A second topic where awareness is demonstrated is the political opposition to the education reform and its regional consequences.
2024-04-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the fields of national defense and technology, utilizing specific terminology such as "nuclear state," "nuclear armament," and "tactical nuclear warheads." This expertise is focused on discussing strategic security issues and assessing the implications of technological developments.
2024-04-10
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates competence in national defense and Defense League legislation, detailing the authorization for weapon handling, ammunition quantities, and the simplification of medical examinations. He/She is aware of the structural problems within the Defense League, such as the outdated distribution of districts (malevad) due to population movement into urban areas. Furthermore, he/she is knowledgeable about the specifics of language accessibility on the Ministry of Defense website.
2024-04-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise on labor market issues, citing specific statistical data (approximately 8% unemployment and 50,000 unemployed individuals as of April). The focus is placed on workforce retraining and leveraging the potential of the local labor pool, indicating a strong grasp of workforce planning.
2024-03-13
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.
The speaker exhibits profound knowledge in the field of national defense, employing specific terminology (such as the role of the Commander of the Defense Forces, interregnum, and full command). Their expertise is especially robust concerning the Riigikogu’s procedural rules and legal analysis, as evidenced by precise references to the relevant sections of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, as well as opinions issued by the Legal and Analysis Department.
2024-03-12
15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise in the fields of national defense, military training planning, and relevant legislation (e.g., the Nature Conservation Act, the Electronic Communications Act). Technical terms are used, such as "danger zone-based hazard notification," "construction of engineer structures," and specific exercises are referenced (Kevadtorm, Steadfast Defender 24). The expertise also extends to legislative procedures, with mention of adding the concept of a state of emergency to the draft bill.
2024-02-21
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of international law and security, referencing in detail the 1994 Budapest Memorandum and its violation. Specific examples from criminal cases (the serial killers Medvedev and Ustimenko) are also provided, along with instances of Russian courts abusing civil and family law proceedings. He/She utilizes legal terminology and historical facts to substantiate his/her arguments.
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of statistics regarding the war in Ukraine, citing a specific figure for Russian losses (400,000 soldiers). The expertise centers on international security and the subject of war crimes, specifically the forced displacement of children. The technical term "war crime" is employed, and its uniqueness in the 21st century is discussed.
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in defense and security policy, citing specific data on Russia's shell production capacity (4–4.5 million) and promises regarding the delivery of 155-millimeter shells. Also under discussion is the application of international law and sanctions via frozen assets, prompting a question about the allies' response.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of national defense, asymmetric warfare strategy, and the defense industry. Specific terminology, such as "technological superiority," is employed, and direct reference is made to the role of the Estonian space and defense industry in modernizing weaponry. The expertise focuses on the strategic value of innovation and unconventional solutions.
2024-01-18
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
The speaker demonstrates expertise in education policy and regional school network planning, posing detailed questions regarding the medium- and long-term future of Kilingi-Nõmme Gymnasium and Surju Basic School. This knowledge base also encompasses teacher frustration and the role of local municipalities (LGs) in funding education. A long-term plan and strategic vision are clearly preferred.
2024-01-16
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the parliament's organization and procedures by inquiring about the discussion that took place in the committee. The second focus area is foreign policy and security, which concerns Russia's aggression in Ukraine.