LIVE ⟩ Kallas, Pevkur, Taro at the Riigikogu information session
Ministers Kallas, Pevkur, and Taro participated in a Riigikogu session addressing various pressing issues.
During the Riigikogu information session, Education and Science Minister Kristina Kallas, acting Prime Minister, along with Defense Minister Hanno Pevkur and Interior Minister Igor Taro, addressed key questions posed by legislators. The ministers focused on critical topics such as electricity and heating costs, amendments to forest laws, and the government's strategies to mitigate the harmful effects of social media on children. Additionally, they discussed issues related to railway infrastructure which is crucial for the country's development.
Minister Kallas particularly highlighted the government's commitment to addressing rising energy costs and expressed the administration's proactive stance towards creating sustainable policies in the forestry sector. She emphasized the importance of striking a balance between economic development and environmental conservation as the government seeks to implement amendments to the existing forest laws.
Furthermore, the session underscored the government's recognition of the influence of social media on the youth, showcasing plans to implement measures aimed at protecting children from its adverse impacts. The discussion on railway infrastructure also reflects ongoing efforts to bolster Estonia's transport networks, which are essential for economic connectivity and growth.