Agenda Profile: Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu, "Submitting a proposal to the Government of the Republic to close the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (562 OE)
2025-03-20
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance centers on clarifying the roles of the Riigikogu (Parliament) and the Government concerning border issues, thereby questioning the procedural necessity of the draft bill. The speaker emphasizes that the government already possesses sufficient authority to close the border independently based on security considerations. Furthermore, the need to take humanitarian considerations into account when deciding to close the border is also stressed.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the implementation of security policy and the government's authority in border closures, referencing the government's capacity to act based on security considerations. The analysis focuses on procedural and practical aspects, specifically questioning the provision for exceptions.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and purely question-oriented, focusing on procedural logic. The speaker poses two specific questions regarding the necessity of the draft bill and potential exceptions, while refraining from emotional or personal appeals.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism targets the procedural basis of the draft bill, questioning why the Riigikogu (Parliament) is required to propose action to the government when the latter already possesses the necessary competence. The objection is procedural and aimed at defining institutional roles.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national and international level, dealing with the issue of closing the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation. Specific local or regional interests are not mentioned.
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Economic Views
There is too little data.
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Social Issues
Among the social issues raised, emphasis is placed on the need to grant exceptions for crossing the border due to humanitarian considerations or other reasons. This highlights a concern regarding the balance between citizens' needs and security measures.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is the substantive and procedural analysis of the Riigikogu decision draft (562 OE) concerning the closure of the border. The speaker’s role is to ask questions of the initiators of the draft bill and to clarify the details (exceptions) of its implementation.
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