Agenda Profile: Ando Kiviberg
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Ratification of the Agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden concerning the Execution of Kingdom of Sweden Prison Sentences in the Republic of Estonia (682 SE)
2025-11-04
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position is highly critical of the government's proposed solution to the problem of emptying prisons, labeling it ill-conceived or even "a huge blunder." The speaker emphasizes the necessity of finding alternative solutions, noting that this issue has been on the agenda under several governments, including during the tenure of the Minister of Justice affiliated with Isamaa in 2022 or 2023. The position is primarily shaped by the substance of the policy and its level of thoroughness.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates a clear understanding of the political history of prison management and the implementation of sentences in Estonia, referencing specific past initiatives. This expertise is evident in the critical questions posed to the minister regarding the absence of alternative solutions. The speech does not utilize detailed data or technical terminology.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and skeptical, employing emotional evaluations (e.g., "great foolishness") to describe the government's actions. The speaker attempts to steer the debate toward a logical discussion, demanding "enlightenment" and the presentation of alternative solutions from the minister. The tone is formal, but the substance is sharp.
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Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
The confrontation is directed at the government's actions and the policy proposed by the Minister of Justice (the ratification of the agreement on Swedish prison sentences). The criticism is policy-based and intense, accusing the state of behaving recklessly.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing the issue of Estonia's emptying prisons and the international agreement with the Kingdom of Sweden. Regional or local focus is not present in the discussion.
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Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
Among the social issues discussed are criminal policy and prison administration, emphasizing the need to find a long-term, well-considered solution to the decreasing prison population. The focus is on national security and the efficiency of the justice system.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the critical assessment of Draft Law 682 SE, which concerns the ratification of the agreement between the Republic of Estonia and the Kingdom of Sweden regarding the enforcement of custodial sentences. The speaker is skeptical of the bill and is acting as an opponent, calling for the consideration of alternative solutions.
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