“In both cases, there have been clear violations of the principles of human rights,” Head of the Estonian delegation to PACE Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski said. “Therefore, we consider it important to…
The Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee Enn Eesmaa says that the situation in Belarus must be constantly monitored by the international community. “We continue to support the people of…
Reports were heard from the Chairman of the Environment Committee Erki Savisaar, the European Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson, and the Coordinator of the Just Transition Platform of the Association…
Under the Resolution of the Riigikogu “Appointment of a Member of the Estonian Public Broadcasting Council from among the Members of the Riigikogu” (280 OE), submitted by the Cultural Affairs…
The Act on Amendments to the Place Names Act (186 SE), initiated by the Government, also provides more clearly for the status of place name to preclude cases where a…
The President of the Riigikogu Henn Põlluaas was happy to see the system function. “This is a big step forward in case we cannot meet and must switch to telework,”…
Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee Enn Eesmaa underlined that violence against peaceful protesters in Belarus and politically motivated detention of members of the Coordination Council were regrettable. “We continue…
The Bill on Amendments to the Organisation of Research and Development Act (198 SE), initiated by the Social Democratic Party Faction, is intended to ensure stable funding of research and…
Full text of the statement: “The Riigikogu expresses its support to the people of Belarus in their fight for a free, democratic, and dignified future. The Riigikogu promotes democracy, human…
“As it stands, Alexander Lukashenko should do everything in his power to put an end to violence against political prisoners, and his resignation would be welcome news. It is impossible…