Session Profile: Tanel Kiik
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting
2024-01-16
Political Position
The speaker adopts a cautious and questioning stance regarding legislative initiatives, stressing the need for thorough preparatory work and the involvement of government agencies. He requires clear justifications and comprehensive risk assessments before any decisions are finalized, particularly on matters related to security.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates knowledge of issues concerning security and national defense, as well as the field of environmental and water policy. Specifically asks for the positions of organizations responsible for Estonian security and demonstrates an understanding of the limited nature of clean water resources and the necessity of raising environmental awareness among youth.
Rhetorical Style
It poses direct questions regarding security and environmental policy, utilizing a fact-based and analytical approach devoid of emotional bias.
Activity Patterns
The speaker actively participates in the Riigikogu plenary session and the Environmental Committee, posing detailed questions to ministers. They focus on the thorough establishment of facts and the verification of preparatory work before making legislative decisions.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The speaker is calling for thorough preparatory work and a full risk analysis for all security-related bills. They express skepticism regarding fast-tracking the procedure and raise specific questions concerning clean water and environmental policy.
Collaboration Style
Offered constructive cooperation on security and environmental issues, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach. It called for increasing the involvement of experts.
Regional Focus
There is not enough data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
There is not enough data.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Supports raising environmental awareness in society, particularly among young people and adults. It emphasizes the importance of informing the public on environmental matters, including the topic of drinking water and clean water, but recommends avoiding a "scare campaign."
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The focus is on the thorough scrutiny of legislative initiatives, requiring clarification of government agencies' standpoints and demanding comprehensive risk analyses. It is actively engaged in addressing security and environmental matters, stressing the critical role of quality preparatory work within the legislative framework.
2 Speeches Analyzed