Agenda Profile: Tanel Kiik
Competition Act
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing
Political Position
The speaker takes a clearly opposing stance regarding the Reform Party's shift in position on the competition law issue. He strongly criticizes the decision to back a weaker version of the legislation, emphasizing that, numerically, the Reform Party had the power to support the original, stronger variant. The speaker's views are clearly geared toward protecting consumer interests and opposing the oligopolistic market structure.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates profound knowledge in the field of competition law, utilizing precise legal terminology and referencing specific market sectors (pharmaceuticals, fuel, telecommunications). He/She exhibits a strong grasp of the process for transposing European Union directives and the associated fine mechanisms. The speaker compares the competence of various politicians in this area, specifically referencing Kaja Kallas's background as a competition law attorney.
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Rhetorical Style
The speaker employs a confrontational and accusatory tone, posing three sharp questions in succession. The rhetoric is structured and logical, relying on "simple math" and concrete facts. The style is formal, yet emotionally charged, using phrases such as "for some reason that you do not want to disclose."
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Activity Patterns
Based on the limited data available, all we can say is that the speaker actively participates in Riigikogu sessions and poses detailed questions to members of the government. The address is scheduled for June 18, 2025, which indicates their involvement in parliamentary work.
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Opposition Stance
The speaker is sharply critical of the Reform Party and especially the Prime Minister, accusing them of changing their position without clear justification. The criticism targets both the political decision-making process and the substance of the policy choices. He/She also questions the competence of Liisa-Ly Pakosta, the Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs, when compared to Kaja Kallas.
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Collaboration Style
The speeches do not reveal a willingness to cooperate or seek compromise. Instead, a confrontational approach is evident, with the speaker demanding clear answers and accountability. There is insufficient data regarding the style of collaboration.
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Regional Focus
Insufficient data.
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Economic Views
The speaker advocates for robust competition and consumer protection, while criticizing oligopolistic markets. They identify issues in the pharmaceutical, fuel, and telecommunications markets, stressing the necessity of fair competition and reasonable pricing. This stance is clearly pro-consumer and opposes the dominance of large corporations.
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Social Issues
The speaker mentions patient interests in the context of healthcare, but there is insufficient data available on social topics more generally.
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Legislative Focus
The speaker focuses on issues related to competition law, criticizing the government's decision to back a weaker version of the legislation. He emphasizes the importance of correctly transposing EU directives and warns of potential consequences should the proposed amendments prove inadequate. The legislative focus is clearly centered on the field of competition law.
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