Agenda Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
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 stance is strongly critical of the language-based provisions of the agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden concerning the enforcement of prison sentences. The speaker emphasizes a constitutional conflict, as an article of the agreement stipulates English as the working language, which contradicts Article 52 of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia. The position is clearly legal and focused on policy implementation, calling into question the draft bill's compliance with the state's fundamental documents.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates competence in the fields of legislative drafting and constitutional review, making precise references to both Section 52 of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia and Article 14, paragraph 1 of the specific agreement under ratification. This expertise focuses on the practical aspects of the prison system's working language and the execution of official duties, specifically inquiring about the introduction of new language requirements at Tartu Prison.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, focused on questions, and logical. The speaker poses direct and precise questions to the minister, relying on legal references to highlight the contradiction between the constitution and the agreement. The tone is rather analytical and concerned, focusing on solving practical problems.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The speaker adopts an oppositional stance regarding the bill proposed by the government, criticizing its constitutional compliance and practical applicability specifically within Tartu Prison. The critique is directed at shortcomings in the policy's substance and procedure, rather than at individuals, and is expressed through the posing of sharp questions to the minister.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is directed at Tartu Prison, where the agreement is set to be implemented. Emphasis is placed on the working conditions and language requirements for the employees of this specific institution, highlighting the challenges facing the local institution.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Among the social issues discussed are language policy and its impact on the work of state institutions, emphasizing the necessity of protecting the status of the Estonian language as mandated by the constitution. The question of new language proficiency requirements for prison staff is also raised, specifically regarding how they can carry out their duties when inmates may not speak English.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently directed toward the draft Act on the Ratification of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden concerning the Enforcement of Prison Sentences (Bill 682 SE). The speaker’s role is that of a critical scrutinizer of the bill, concentrating specifically on its constitutional conformity and practical applicability.
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