Agenda Profile: Signe Kivi
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to investigate circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project” (460 OE)
2024-11-07
15th Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance is subtly cautious concerning the draft bill for the Rail Baltic investigative commission, proposing an alternative procedural resolution. Emphasis is placed on utilizing existing international structures (the Baltic Assembly) to resolve the issue, focusing on procedural expediency.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the mechanisms of regional cooperation among the Baltic states, particularly regarding the structure of the Baltic Assembly (BA) and its Economic Committee. To support their proposal, they highlight a specific historical example of a successful BA initiative (the Baltic Film and Media School).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is polite, formal, and constructive, starting by thanking the presenter for raising the topic. Logical and institutional argumentation is used, focusing on emphasizing the potential of existing structures (BA).
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
No direct opposition to the draft bill is voiced, but its procedural expediency is called into question, with an alternative solution being offered. The criticism is aimed at the procedure itself, not at individuals or political factions.
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Collaboration Style
The collaboration style highlights the potential of existing institutions (the Baltic Assembly), which encompasses members from all Riigikogu factions, indicating a preference for broad-based institutional cooperation. It concludes with an open question, seeking the presenter's opinion on the proposed alternative.
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Regional Focus
A strong regional focus on cooperation among the Baltic states, emphasizing the Baltic Assembly's role as a unifying platform for Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Attention will be focused on utilizing international cooperation structures to investigate the circumstances related to the Rail Baltic project.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is procedural, concentrating on assessing the expediency of forming a Riigikogu investigation committee. Preference is given to utilizing existing international institutions (the Baltic Assembly Economic Committee) instead of creating new legislative structures.
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