Agenda Profile: Meelis Kiili
Second reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Extension of the Term for the Use of the Defence Forces in Fulfilling the International Obligations of the Estonian State in the UN Peacekeeping Operation in Lebanon" (Bill 710 OE)
2025-11-05
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position strongly supports the continued contribution of Estonian Defence Forces personnel to the UN peacekeeping operation UNIFIL, emphasizing the fulfillment of international obligations. This stance is policy-based, focusing on the necessity of extending the existing mandate in accordance with the UN Security Council resolution. The processing of the draft legislation has proceeded without opposition, which indicates broad support for this issue.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in national defense and international operations, referencing UN Security Council Resolution 2790 and the extension of the UNIFIL mandate until the end of 2026. He/She possesses thorough knowledge of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure, mentioning the absence of amendments and the utilization of Section 109 of the law to bring the matter to a final vote.
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Rhetorical Style
The style of discourse is extremely formal, neutral, and procedural, typical of a steering committee rapporteur. Emphasis is placed on logic and the presentation of concrete facts, such as dates, resolutions, and procedural stages (e.g., the absence of amendments). Emotional or personal appeals are entirely absent.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's mode of operation is tied to managing the legislative process, specifically by presenting committee decisions to the Riigikogu plenary assembly. He/She refers to specific events, such as the first reading of the draft bill on September 24th and the session of the National Defence Committee on October 20th.
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Opposition Stance
There is no opposition; the speaker is not criticizing any group or individual, but rather emphasizing the smooth processing of the draft bill and the absence of proposed amendments.
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Collaboration Style
The style of collaboration is consensual and effective, highlighting that the National Defence Committee decided unanimously to propose putting the draft bill forward for a final vote. This indicates successful cross-party cooperation on national defence matters.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on international commitments, specifically Estonia's contribution to the UN peacekeeping operation in Lebanon. There is no regional (Estonia-internal) focus.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the prolongation of the fulfillment of Estonia's international defense obligations within the UN peacekeeping operation UNIFIL (Draft Bill 710 OE). The speaker supports the bill and is pushing to expedite the proceedings, noting that the absence of proposed amendments allows the second reading to be concluded and the bill to be immediately put to the final vote.
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