Agenda Profile: Kalle Grünthal
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Ratification of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden concerning the Execution of Kingdom of Sweden Prison Sentences in the Republic of Estonia (682 SE)
2025-11-04
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position is strongly negative regarding the ratification of the agreement between Estonia and Sweden concerning the execution of prison sentences (682 SE). The opposition is primarily based on procedural breaches (specifically, the absence of a report from the Security Police) and the concealment of the financial scope of the property obligations (Article 50, point 1). This stance is intensely focused on the quality of the legislative process and the transparency of government operations.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates legal and procedural expertise, accurately referencing § 73 of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act, as well as the provisions of § 73 and § 104 of the Constitution. He also shows detailed knowledge of the text of the international agreement, citing Article 50, paragraph 1, concerning Estonia's costs. He uses legal analogies (case law, restoration of a time limit) to support his motion to suspend the debate.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is extremely aggressive, accusatory, and confrontational, repeatedly accusing the opposing side (Liisa Pakosta) of lying and concealing information. Strong personal attacks are employed, questioning the opponent's health and competence, and referencing the film quote, "one is lazy and the other is stupid." The speaker demands logical and fact-based figures, rejecting the "fairy tale" and the "Nukitsamees story."
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Activity Patterns
The speaker has been extremely active during this session, repeatedly raising procedural questions and protests aimed at interrupting the consideration of the bill. This pattern of activity indicates a focus on obstructing the discussion of this specific draft law until the required documents are made available.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opponents are Liisa Pakosta, who faces direct accusations of lying and incompetence, and the session chairman Arvo Aller, who is being called upon for "statesmanship" and a brave decision. Criticism is also aimed at others (Kivimägi, Hussar) for restricting the legal rights of Riigikogu (Parliament) members. The resistance is intense, compromise is ruled out, and they are demanding the immediate suspension of the discussion.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates collaboration with members of his faction (EKRE), citing their unified stance on the availability of documents. Furthermore, he supports Mart Helme's position. There is absolutely no willingness to compromise with the opposing side, and he demands the discussion be halted immediately.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national and international level, addressing the treaty between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden and the resulting proprietary obligations of the state. There is no regional focus.
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Economic Views
Economic views are linked to the state's financial accountability and transparency, requiring precise information regarding the financial volume of asset obligations. The speaker is critical of the costs associated with the contract (the adaptation and equipping of the prison), which the opposing party is, in his estimation, attempting to conceal.
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Social Issues
When it comes to social issues, the focus is narrowly placed on justice and security matters related to the enforcement of Swedish prison sentences in Estonia. Broader social topics (e.g., education, immigration) are entirely absent.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on obstructing the proceedings concerning the draft ratification of the Estonia-Sweden Agreement on the Execution of Prison Sentences (682 SE). The speaker is an active opponent and procedural challenger, demanding the suspension of the sitting due to the absence of documents forming the basis of the proceedings (the KAPO report) and a lack of clarity regarding the financial obligations being assumed by the state.
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