Agenda Profile: Tanel Kiik

Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

2025-04-08

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Political Position
The speaker criticizes the gender imbalance in the cabinet, noting that the government is composed of nine men and four women. They question why the government demands gender parity from listed companies but fails to adhere to the same standard itself.
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates the ability to analyze issues of gender balance and the composition of the government. Shows the use of specific numerical data (9 men, 4 women) in argumentation.
Rhetorical Style
He/She employs a critical approach to gender equality issues, and the tone is both ironic and demanding.
Activity Patterns
Two questions concerning gender balance in publicly traded companies and the government. It focused on issues of equality in leadership.
Opposition Stance
The speaker is questioning the Minister of Justice regarding the government's gender balance, criticizing the inconsistency between the requirements imposed on listed companies and the actual makeup of the government itself. The opposition is critical of this double standard.
Collaboration Style
Offered constructive criticism regarding gender balance issues, stressing the need for the government to lead by example. They called for the implementation of consistent policies.
Regional Focus
Insufficient data
Economic Views
He criticizes the government's tax policy, which he argues favors the wealthier segment of society. He supports a fairer distribution of the tax burden and stresses that the balance seen in the supervisory boards of listed companies should serve as a model for the composition of the government itself.
Social Issues
Strongly supports the advancement of gender balance within the governing bodies of listed companies and criticizes the government's disproportionate gender composition. It emphasizes that this represents a step toward a more equitable society.
Legislative Focus
He/She raised questions regarding the gender balance on the boards of listed companies, criticizing the government's inconsistency in setting requirements for companies that the government itself fails to meet.