Session Profile: Maria Jufereva-Skuratovski

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

2024-09-19

Political Position
The political focus centers on institutional governance and securing Estonia's representation within the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). The speaker strongly endorses the consensus decision made by the Foreign Affairs Committee regarding the change in the delegation's composition, stressing procedural correctness. The focus is strictly procedural and guarantees political continuity.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates authority regarding their knowledge of the Riigikogu's procedural rules and the work processes of the Foreign Affairs Committee. The expertise is clearly procedural, encompassing a detailed presentation of the schedule, deadlines, and internal committee decisions (consensus) concerning draft legislation (491). Precise dates and references to committee sessions are utilized.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly formal, neutral, and informative, fitting the role of the rapporteur for the steering committee. The presentation is logical and detailed, focusing on facts, dates, and procedural decisions, without emotional or personal appeals. Finally, support for the draft decision is requested.

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Activity Patterns
The speaker's activity pattern is linked to the work of the Riigikogu Foreign Affairs Committee, presenting reports to the plenary session concerning the committee meetings (September 6 and 12) and procedural decisions. This activity is regular and involves adhering to the schedule for draft bill (491), while serving in the capacity of the representative for the lead committee.

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Opposition Stance
There is no criticism or opposition. The speaker notes that no proposals were submitted regarding the draft by the deadline for amendments, which indicates the smooth progress of the procedure.

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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual and cross-party, given that the Foreign Affairs Committee supported proposals from various factions (Eesti 200, EKRE). Procedural decisions were made by consensus, emphasizing the committee's ability to reach agreements.

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Regional Focus
The focus is on international relations (the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe) and the domestic procedure of the Riigikogu. There is no regional or local focus.

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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
Legislative attention is centered on the adoption of Riigikogu Draft Resolution 491, which concerns changes to the composition of the Estonian delegation to the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. The speaker, representing the lead committee, is a strong proponent of the draft and the one responsible for conducting the proceedings, requesting that the final vote be held.

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