Agenda Profile: Raimond Kaljulaid
Draft law amending the Arms Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (468 SE) – first reading
2024-09-24
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political position is tied to advancing the defense industry bill (468 SE), stressing the reduction of regulations for businesses and the alleviation of the bureaucratic burden. This position is procedural and policy-based, focusing on enhancing the efficiency of the defense industry. Allowing foreign ownership in the Estonian defense industry is also a significant topic.
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Topic Expertise
The expertise is clearly linked to national defense and defense industry legislation, addressing specific issues such as reducing bureaucracy, permitting foreign ownership in the defense sector, and matters concerning the guarantees of the European Defence Fund (EDF). The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the Commission’s operational structure and the legislative process.
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Rhetorical Style
The speech is formal and procedural, characteristic of a committee rapporteur. The style is logical and neutral, focusing on facts, conveying the substance of the committee's discussion, and detailing the legislative process. Emotional appeals are not used; the emphasis is placed on the precise description of the circumstances.
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Activity Patterns
The individual's operational pattern involves active participation in the sessions of the National Defence Committee (including the September 16th session mentioned) and reporting the committee's decisions and debates to the Riigikogu plenary. They have been designated as the committee's rapporteur for the draft bill, underscoring a central role in the legislative process.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is open and inclusive, emphasizing a consensus decision within the committee to advance the draft legislation. Close cooperation was maintained with Ministry of Defence officials, including the Minister and the Secretary General. The speaker confirms their readiness to seriously review all proposed amendments.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (the Estonian defense industry) and the international level (the European Defence Fund, the participation of non-EU citizens in the defense industry). Local or regional topics are not addressed.
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Economic Views
Economic views advocate for reducing regulations and alleviating the bureaucratic burden on defense industry companies to streamline their operations. Furthermore, the question of guarantees from the European Defence Fund is being addressed, signaling interest in the financing and development of the defense sector.
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Social Issues
The discussion about which countries' citizens are permitted to participate in Estonia's defense industry falls under social issues, specifically concerning restrictions related to security and citizenship. However, this matter is connected more closely to national security than to broader social values.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on Draft Bill 468 SE, which concerns amending the Weapons Act and other acts to enhance regulations governing the defense industry. The speaker is the committee rapporteur for the bill and supports concluding the first reading and setting a deadline for submitting amendments.
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