By Plenary Sessions: Jaak Valge

Demonstrates expertise in the field of social statistics and history, using data to internationally compare the size of the Estonian workforce (10% larger than in Latvia/Lithuania) and the decline in birth rates. Possesses detailed knowledge of the working procedures, protocols, and voting results of the Riigikogu committee. Uses a historian’s knowledge to compare the number of public holidays during the Tsarist era and the period of the first independence.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of public finance and budgetary procedures. He/She uses the assessments of the National Audit Office and the Chancellor of Justice to support the arguments, which indicates detailed knowledge of the budget's legal and substantive aspects. In particular, the need for budget clarity and the assessment of the expected impact of activities are emphasized.

The speaker exhibits a detailed understanding of refugee policy and protection categories (international protection versus temporary protection), highlighting the differences between them. They use precise statistical data (for example, 65% of international protection recipients are men of mobilization age) and cite data from the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) and the Riigikogu Analysis Department to support their arguments and challenge the minister's figures.