Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
An inquiry regarding internet services offered to people in Estonia (no. 646)
2024-10-07
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is currently on the poor quality and high price of Estonian internet services, which rank worst when compared across Europe. The speaker adopts a strong stance in favor of state regulation to combat the monopolistic practices of telecommunications companies and protect the interests of the public. The underlying framework is heavily results-oriented, highlighting the government's failure to act in areas where intervention is clearly required.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the data communication market, referencing Estonia's poor standing in European and global rankings concerning the internet speed-to-price ratio. They utilize comparative data involving Latvia and Lithuania, and employ technical terms such as "data volume and speed."
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and apprehensive, highlighting the "obvious inequality" and the substantial profits of telecommunications firms. The speaker employs logical appeals (drawing on news reports and statistical comparisons) and uses powerful epithets ("pure monopolism"), concluding with a direct question regarding the enforcement of regulations.
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding the frequency and rhythm of the activity. The topic addressed is an interpellation to the government minister.
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Opposition Stance
The main opponents are highly profitable Estonian telecom companies, who are accused of outright monopolism and creating inequality. The government is criticized for intervening in the wrong areas and failing to stand up for the people where it is needed.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker quotes Government Minister Lauri Läänemets's stance on the end of the market economy, utilizing it to bolster their argument regarding the necessity of state regulation. Direct cooperation with other political forces is not mentioned.
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Regional Focus
The focus is national, addressing the state of internet services in Estonia and comparing it to other European countries (Latvia, Lithuania). Specific local or regional projects are not highlighted.
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Economic Views
His economic views strongly favor regulation, arguing that the era of the market economy is over and the state must intervene. He sharply criticizes the large profits and monopolistic practices of communication firms, which create inequality at the expense of ordinary people.
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Social Issues
The social focus is currently directed at the blatant inequality that arises because companies are making huge profits at the expense of ordinary people. The speaker emphasizes the need for the state to advocate for its citizens and ensure they receive fair services.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently directed towards implementing state regulations designed to curb the activities of telecommunications companies and improve the quality of their services. The speaker is the initiator (having submitted an interpellation) demanding concrete legislative action from the government.
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