Agenda Profile: Raimond Kaljulaid
An inquiry regarding the illegal alteration of the order of protection of natural objects (no. 738)
2025-05-19
15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.
Political Position
The political stance focuses on sharply criticizing the state's credibility and the organization of its processes concerning the changes made to the protection regime for natural objects. The speaker emphasizes that the government's actions have eroded the trust landowners place in the state, particularly in sparsely populated regions. This position is strongly value-driven and results-oriented, centering on the state's failure to act as a trustworthy partner to its citizens.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker openly admits that they are not an expert in the field under discussion, but rather reflect the situation from the perspective of an ordinary person. They rely on feedback and experiences gathered across Estonia, not on technical terminology, data, or statistics.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and question-driven, employing emotional appeal and linking the trust of landowners to national defense obligations (the Defense League/Kaitseliit). The speaker adopts the perspective of the common person and uses anecdotal evidence to highlight procedural injustice, demanding a direct concession from the minister regarding the seriousness of the situation.
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Activity Patterns
There is insufficient data regarding activity patterns (frequency, rhythm, travel), as only one instance was provided within the scope of the inquiry.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opposition is aimed at the government and the minister, who are being criticized for the poor management of the process of changing the defense regulations. The criticism targets the state's credibility and the inefficiency of its operations, rather than the substance of the policy itself.
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Collaboration Style
Information regarding the style of cooperation (coalitions, willingness to compromise) is insufficient, as the query was presented in the form of a direct question to a member of the government.
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is clearly directed at nationwide issues, particularly emphasizing the concerns of landowners in areas of scattered settlement. The speaker indicates that signals have been received from people "all across Estonia."
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Economic Views
The economic interests and property rights of landowners are indirectly affected. These interests relate to their plans for their land, which the state restricts by altering the conservation status. No direct positions are presented regarding taxes, budgetary policy, or regulation.
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Social Issues
The main social issue is citizens' trust in the state, which the speaker directly links to national defense and the willingness of Defense League members to contribute. It is emphasized that an unfair process reduces people's readiness to contribute to the defense of Estonian independence.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on criticizing the illegality of amending the protection regime for natural objects and the procedural errors in its implementation. The speaker's role is primarily that of a controller and critic of the executive branch's actions, rather than an initiator of new legislation.
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