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Parliamentary Friendship Group expresses solidarity with the people of Azerbaijan after the Iranian drone attack

10.03.2026

The Riigikogu discussed Bills concerning traffic management and online commerce

10.03.2026

Today the Riigikogu concluded the second reading of a bill that will make mobility data more easily accessible and the first reading of a bill that will simplify the cancelling of online purchases.

The Riigikogu discussed the funding of road management

09.03.2026

Seven interpellations were replied.

The Riigikogu does not support the European Parliament’s proposals and approved new positions on compensation for disrupted flights

02.03.2026

At its sitting, the European Union Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) approved Estonia’s new positions on the initiative regarding the compensation payable in the event of delay and cancellation of flights or denied boarding.

Bill on amendments to the Political Parties Act passed the first reading

26.02.2026

At today’s sitting of the Riigikogu, the Bill that seeks to regulate the upper limit on donations to political parties in order to reduce the influence of oligarchs in politics passed the first reading.

The Riigikogu passed an Act specifying the procedure for electing the President of the Republic

25.02.2026

At today’s sitting, the Riigikogu passed the Act that brings forward the deadline for nominating presidential candidates and gives candidates the opportunity to introduce themselves before the voting rounds.

The Estonia–Azerbaijan Parliamentary Friendship Group of the Riigikogu expresses its deep condolences to the people of Azerbaijan on the 34th anniversary of the Khojaly massacre

25.02.2026

The Parliamentary Friendship Group commemorates the 600 civilian victims and expresses its support to the state of Azerbaijan in building a lasting peace on its territory.

Riigikogu hosts a photo exhibition on the work of the Ukrainian Red Cross during the full-scale war

25.02.2026

The Chairman of the Social Affairs Committee Signe Riisalo is opening a photo exhibition at 11.30 a.m. in the exhibition space of the second floor of Toompea Castle. The photos record the work of the Ukrainian Red Cross during the full-scale war, including during the winter crisis of this year.

Hussar at the flag raising ceremony at Toompea: our state was born out of the courage to determine our destiny

24.02.2026

At the flag-raising ceremony today, on the morning of the Independence Day of the Republic of Estonia, President of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) Lauri Hussar said that the Republic of Estonia had been born out of the people’s courage to decide their destiny. According to him, the proclamation of the Estonian Declaration of Independence was a conscious and responsible choice, and its significance continues to the present day.

The Riigikogu discussed the capability and readiness of the rescue helicopters of the Police and Border Guard Board

23.02.2026

Minister of the Interior Igor Taro gave replies to three interpellations.

Welcome to the flag raising ceremony at sunrise on 24 February

20.02.2026

On the morning of the anniversary of the Republic of Estonia, everyone is welcome to attend the ceremonial raising of the national flag in the Governor's Garden in Toompea in Tallinn. The flag will be raised at 7:32 a.m., while the national anthem of Estonia is played.

Riigikogu discussed curbing cybercrime in the financial sector as a matter of significant national importance

19.02.2026

At today’s plenary sitting, the Riigikogu deliberated “How to curb cybercrime in the financial sector. Balancing security and fundamental rights” as a matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Finance Committee.

Delegation of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu visits Finland

19.02.2026

The delegation of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) starts its two-day working visit to Helsinki, Finland, today. Further cooperation in supporting Ukraine and strengthening unity in Europe will be discussed at the meetings held during the visit.

The Riigikogu discussed the challenges of Estonian foreign policy in the era of disruption

17.02.2026

Today, the Riigikogu discussed foreign policy as a matter of significant national importance at the initiative of the Foreign Affairs Committee. It focused on the objectives of Estonia's foreign policy in a world that has entered a new era.

Annual foreign policy debate in the Riigikogu

17.02.2026

Today, the plenary assembly of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) will discuss foreign policy as a matter of significant national importance. Minister of Foreign Affairs Margus Tsahkna and the Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu Marko Mihkelson will deliver their annual reports.

The Riigikogu discussed issues related to livelihood

16.02.2026

The Riigikogu heard replies to six interpellations.

Hussar confirmed Estonia’s strong support to Deputy Chair of Ukrainian Parliament

16.02.2026

Today, President of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) Lauri Hussar met with Deputy Chair of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Olena Kondratiuk, who is visiting Estonia, and confirmed that Estonia would continue to strongly support Ukraine in the war of aggression initiated by Russia.

The European Union Affairs Committee supports creating the European Competitiveness Fund

13.02.2026

The European Union Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) approved Estonia’s positions on the Proposal for a Regulation on establishing the European Competitiveness Fund (ECF), which aims to enhance the EU’s competitiveness, reduce strategic dependencies, and strengthen economic resilience.

Mihkelson takes part in Munich Security Forum

13.02.2026

The Chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee Marko Mihkelson takes part in the Munich Security Forum from today until the end of this week.

Riigikogu discussed the Human Development Report on education as a matter of significant national importance

12.02.2026

At today’s plenary sitting, the Riigikogu discussed “The Estonian Human Development Report 2026. Education in the mirror of society“ as a matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Cultural Affairs Committee.

Hussar in the UK: we need to support Ukraine and be cautious of Russia

11.02.2026

The President of the Riigikogu Lauri Hussar is currently visiting the United Kingdom. At his meetings today in London, he emphasised the need to continue supporting Ukraine and to engage in an even closer cooperation to offset the threat from Russia.

The Riigikogu made a Statement for the protection of children in Tibet

11.02.2026

At today's sitting, the Riigikogu adopted a Statement for the protection of children in Tibet and approved the Council of Europe agreement establishing the Management Committee of the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.

The Board of the Riigikogu approved the composition of the Committee of Investigation

10.02.2026

The Board of the Riigikogu (Parliament of Estonia) approved the composition of the Committee of Investigation to investigate the influence activities of the Russian Federation, the methods of financing them, and the risks associated with them in accordance with the proposals of the parliamentary groups of the Riigikogu.

The bill on amendments to the Gambling Tax Act passed its second reading in the Riigikogu and six interpellations were answered

10.02.2026

A Bill passed the second reading.

The Riigikogu passed two Acts

10.02.2026

The Riigikogu adopted an amendment to the Gambling Tax Act and an Act enabling the elimination of deficiencies in the railway system.