Agenda Profile: Raimond Kaljulaid
Third reading of the Bill (332 SE) on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the Amendment of other related Acts.
2024-05-15
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance is strongly value-driven, focusing on the adoption of the draft amendment to the International Sanctions Act (332 SE). The speaker strongly supports active measures to back Ukraine and sanction Russia, viewing this as a critical security policy matter. The position holds that it is better to win and litigate (legally) than to accept defeat (politically).
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates awareness of security policy and military matters, stressing that the deterrence of Russia is primarily a military concern. The complexity of the legislative process is also addressed, recognizing the draft bill's innovativeness, creativity, and potential for future legal challenges.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is decisive, confident, and persuasive, concluding with a clear recommendation to vote boldly in favor of the bill. Both logical arguments (security does not depend on silence) and colloquial imagery ("don't poke the bear") are employed to discredit counterarguments. The tone is optimistic and highlights the importance of Estonia leading by example.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is defined as those who use a fear-based argument aimed at avoiding the provocation of Russia, which the speaker refers to as the "don't poke the bear" approach. This objection is intensely rejected, with the speaker claiming that this argument "is worth absolutely nothing" and that security does not depend on passivity.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes the Social Democratic Party's support for the bill and calls upon all "esteemed colleagues" to act jointly to ensure the draft legislation is adopted ("Let's get this done together").
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly on international relations, especially in the context of Russia and Ukraine. Estonia's role in setting an international example regarding the imposition of sanctions is emphasized.
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Economic Views
Economic viewpoints concern the consequences of sanctions, emphasizing that Russia is the only party suffering damage as a result of these sanctions. Domestic economic policy positions are not addressed.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative priority is the Draft Act on the Amendment of the International Sanctions Act and the consequential amendment of other related acts (Bill 332 SE). The speaker is a strong proponent of this bill, recognizing its innovative approach to lawmaking.
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