Agenda Profile: Kalle Grünthal
Inquiry regarding the third year of record-low birth rates in Estonia (no. 703)
2025-03-17
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political focus is currently on Estonia's acute demographic problem, which is being treated as a serious social crisis. The speaker strongly supports a policy-driven approach, stressing the necessity of establishing a special task force for population reproduction under the State Chancellery. This stance is aimed at prompting government action and the swift implementation of expert recommendations.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates awareness regarding the realities of the demographic problem and the factors influencing it, drawing upon data presented by a group of Estonian researchers. The analysis focuses on solution mechanisms, highlighting the precedent set by establishing a task force for addressing other complex issues.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is serious and urgent, describing the demographic problem as "highly acute" and demanding government intervention. The rhetoric is logical and procedural, focusing on the implementation of researchers' proposals and the government's responsibility. The style is formal and concludes with a direct question to the minister regarding their support.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker points to active participation in the work of the Social Affairs Committee, mentioning the visit of a group of Estonian scientists last week. This demonstrates regular engagement with committee-level hearings and expert consultations.
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Opposition Stance
There is not enough data.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes cooperation with scientists and experts, highlighting their contribution to the Social Affairs Committee. The proposal to establish a task force signals a desire to involve the Government Office and other institutions in solving a common problem, contingent upon government support.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strictly national, addressing the problem of Estonian population renewal (or reproduction) and the role of the Government Office in solving it.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is demographic renewal and the severity of the low birth rate problem in Estonia. The speaker addresses this as a serious social crisis that requires a rapid and specialized solution at the government level, based on the recommendations of researchers.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on administrative organization, requiring the establishment of a population reproduction task force under the Government Office. The speaker acts as the initiator, supporting the scientists' proposal to form a new working group, as the Social Affairs Committee lacks decision-making authority.
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