Agenda Profile: Andre Hanimägi
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE)
2025-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is heavily focused on questions of government action and accountability, particularly concerning the prolonged delay of the draft Competition Act. The speaker is demanding clarification regarding earlier intra-governmental disputes (Reform Party vs. Estonia 200) that blocked the adoption of the law and led to the state incurring a fine. The framework being used is primarily results-oriented and procedural, underscoring the necessity of understanding how the current agreements were reached following those previous disagreements.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates detailed awareness of the procedural history of the Competition Act draft (609 SE), referring to specific dates in early 2024 when the bill was pulled from the government’s agenda. They are familiar with the political parties and their positions (Eesti 200, Reform Party, Kalle Laanet) and know about the negative consequence of the delay (a fine). This knowledge is based on both the legislative record and media coverage (Eesti Ekspress).
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and inquisitive, addressing the esteemed Vice-Chairman and the Minister. The speaker employs a logical approach, relying on historical facts (specific dates and media references) to establish the context of the debate. The objective is to achieve transparency and accountability by posing structured questions regarding the government's internal agreements and delays.
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Activity Patterns
The speech was delivered during the legislative process (specifically, the continuation of the second reading of the draft bill) and focuses on commemorating historical events. The pattern indicates that the speaker uses previous media coverage (Eesti Ekspress from February 2024) as the basis for their questions, demanding explanations from the government regarding the prolonged delay.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the government coalition’s internal disputes and its inability to reach a consensus, which manifested as a "tug-of-war" between the Reform Party and Eesti 200. The opposition is both procedural and results-oriented, highlighting the fine incurred due to the government’s inaction and the questions that have arisen in the public sphere.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker addresses the minister directly, demanding explanations and an overview of previous intra-governmental agreements and disputes. Data on cross-party cooperation is lacking, but the question is aimed at achieving transparency so that the legislative process can move forward.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
The main topic is the amendment of the Competition Act, which indicates an interest in market regulation and the economic environment. The speaker highlights the negative consequence of regulatory delay (a fine), suggesting the necessity of timely and effective legislation to prevent economic harm to the state.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is the deliberation of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Competition Act and related amendments to other acts (Bill 609 SE) in its second reading. The speaker's role is that of an interrogator, demanding an overview of the political disputes and agreements that have hindered the bill's adoption, in order to understand the current status of the legislation.
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