Agenda Profile: Ants Frosch
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Security Institutions Act (330 SE)
2024-05-09
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.
Political Position
The political focus is on strengthening national security, strongly supporting the inclusion of the Defence Forces Intelligence Centre in the Security Institutions Act. This position is justified by the necessity of providing intelligence with the required instruments during a crisis, framing it as a vitally important and urgent political decision. The government's resistance is being labeled irresponsible.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the legal framework of security institutions and military intelligence, showing knowledge of the draft bill's procedural history and background. Technical terms are used (Military Intelligence Centre, Foreign Intelligence Service), and reference is made to testimonies given during the Security Committee hearing, including the position of Colonel Ants Kiviseld.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is urgent, persuasive, and at times confrontational, emphasizing the importance and necessity of the draft bill. Strong emotional judgments are used regarding the government's actions, labeling them irresponsible and bordering on "criminal negligence." The text concludes with the use of a historical maxim ("Carthage must be destroyed") to underscore their unwavering commitment.
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Activity Patterns
The course of action demonstrates persistence and repeated initiative, as the same draft legislation has been submitted for the second time following the termination of its previous proceedings. Mention is made of participation in the meeting of the special committee for the supervision of security authorities, where the necessity of the bill was confirmed.
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Opposition Stance
The primary adversary is the Government of the Republic and Ministry of Defence officials, who are being criticized for failing to support the draft bill and for delaying analyses. The criticism is intense and politically charged, accusing the government of irresponsibility and Ministry of Defence officials of being at odds with the servicemen themselves.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperation within the faction is highlighted, specifically naming fellow colleagues Leo Kunnas and Alar Laneman, who pushed for the resubmission of the draft bill. This cooperative style is determined and focuses on the repeated legislative initiative.
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Regional Focus
Not enough data.
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Economic Views
Not enough data.
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Social Issues
The focus is on national security and the expansion of the powers of intelligence agencies, emphasizing the security aspect. Other social issues are absent.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on amending the Security Authorities Act (Bill 330 SE) to grant the Defence Forces Intelligence Centre the same rights as the Internal Security Service and the Foreign Intelligence Service. The speaker is the initiator and a strong proponent, who promises to repeatedly submit the bill until it is adopted.
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