Session Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
2024-10-07
Political Position
The political position focuses on the need to amend infrastructure regulation in order to improve internet connectivity on trains. We strongly support the proposal put forward by communications companies to allow the construction of communication masts within the road right-of-way, highlighting the illogical nature of the current regulation (specifically, the distinction made between electricity and communication masts). This is a policy- and results-based approach.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding telecommunications infrastructure and regulations, citing the CEO of Telia Estonia and detailing specific issues related to the siting of communication masts. Particular emphasis is placed on the technical and regulatory differences between the requirements applicable to electricity and communication masts.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and analytical, presenting the minister with a specific political question. Logical argumentation is employed, focusing on the details of the regulation and a practical problem (poor internet service); emotional appeals are absent.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding the frequency or rhythm, and this constitutes a single question to be addressed at the plenary session.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed at the current regulation, which prevents the construction of communication masts on the road right-of-way, noting that the state rejected this proposal about a decade ago. The criticism is policy- and procedure-based, not personal.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The collaborative approach is solution-oriented, requesting the Minister to initiate a discussion with the Minister of Infrastructure to find a regulatory solution. The goal is to remove the obstacle through inter-ministerial cooperation.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national infrastructure and the quality of the nationwide internet connection, which impacts train users more broadly. There is no specific regional emphasis.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Economic perspectives generally lean toward supporting the interests of telecom operators, calling for the relaxation of regulations to allow them to invest and enhance service quality. Economic growth is fostered through infrastructure development and the reduction of regulatory hurdles.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The quality of the internet connection is addressed as an issue concerning both quality of life and public service. Traditional social topics are absent.
1 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently directed toward removing regulatory obstacles related to the construction of communication masts. The objective is to initiate an inter-ministerial discussion to find a solution for improving the national communication infrastructure.
1 Speeches Analyzed