Session Profile: Madis Kallas
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session
2024-06-14
Political Position
The political position strongly supports the establishment of the Land and Space Agency (MaRu), with the aim of reducing fragmentation in the sector and enhancing the state's unified capacity. The approach is policy-driven and efficiency-oriented, emphasizing the use of new technologies and artificial intelligence for making better land and spatial policy decisions. The objective is to create a better living environment for everyone, both in rural areas and in cities.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in spatial data management, the operations of the Land Board, and the planning requirements of local governments. They employ specific terminology, referencing data valorization, spatial design competence, and the integration of data collection with artificial intelligence. A separate point emphasizes the necessity of consolidating land, spatial, construction, and planning data into a single repository.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is formal, constructive, and persuasive, centering on logical arguments and the resolution of a systemic problem (fragmentation). The speaker utilizes historical context ("talked about for over a decade") and emphasizes a forward-looking vision to justify uniting forces. The style is appreciative, thanking those who participated in the process and stressing the importance of teamwork.
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Activity Patterns
Data on daily activity patterns is unavailable, but the speech indicates long-term participation in the legislative process, which has lasted over ten years. The speaker is addressing a plenary session, supporting the bill's adoption and acknowledging its lengthy development.
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Opposition Stance
There is no direct opposition; criticism is directed at the fragmentation of the existing system, which is deemed ineffective and prevents better decision-making. The speaker stresses that fragmented information and services also bring about a fragmented future vision that the state must overcome.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperation style is strongly inclusive and appreciative, emphasizing teamwork and the extremely long and thorough involvement of the stakeholders. Thanks are extended to various ministries, agencies, associations of specialized experts, cities and rural municipalities, and specifically to Riigikogu members Yoko Alender and Riina Solman. The speaker views the creation of the Land and Space Agency as the completion of a joint and dignified process.
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is nationwide, emphasizing the need to create a better living environment in both rural and urban areas. Separate emphasis is placed on the expectations and need of local governments for MaRu to become a strong partner to the 79 cities and municipalities. This is crucial because many local governments are unable to hire all the necessary sector-specific experts (e.g., architects, planners).
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Economic Views
The economic outlook centers on streamlining public services and better leveraging data to support more effective planning. The objective is to help businesses execute their plans more efficiently by providing them with the necessary information and expertise from a single point of access. The focus is on smarter services and the state acting as a key strategic guide.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is improving and enhancing the quality of the living environment, which constitutes one of MaRu's core tasks. Spatial planning must take into account demographic shifts, health, safety, biodiversity, and environmental stewardship.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the establishment of the Land and Spatial Agency (MaRu), achieved by consolidating existing resources and building upon the foundation of the Land Board (Maa-amet). The speaker is a strong supporter of this initiative, viewing it as a crucial step in policy formation, planning, and the creation of development visions.
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