By Plenary Sessions: Jaak Valge

The speaker demonstrates significant expertise in demography (specifically, the analysis of total fertility rates and trends) and the legal framework governing the Subsoil Act and geological surveys. General geological research is differentiated from the geological surveying of mineral resources using precise technical terminology, with references made to specific sections of the Subsoil Act. Furthermore, the speaker is knowledgeable about chemical processing methods, such as sulfuric acid treatment.

The expertise is clearly evident in the field of language policy and pre-primary education, referencing the results of an extensive Finnish study on optimal group compositions (less than 10% children whose mother tongue is different). Knowledge of legislative procedures is also present, particularly concerning coordination tables (58 disregarded proposals) and the setting of language requirements. The policy-maker is familiar with public health measures, citing, for instance, restrictions on sales hours in Lithuania and Scandinavia.