Agenda Profile: Ando Kiviberg

First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Close the Temporary Control Line Between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation" (722 OE)

2025-11-11

XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

Political Position
The speaker commends the bill's objective (the closure of the control line) as value-based and patriotic. The main focus, however, is on political coordination and coalition dynamics, specifically questioning the agreement between Isamaa and the Centre Party. The political framework is rather procedural and outcome-based, centering on the maneuvering of political forces following the local elections.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of political processes, especially post-local election coalition negotiations and inter-factional relations. He/She is aware of Isamaa's recent activity in addressing national issues. However, there is no information regarding a deep analysis of the substantive or technical aspects of the draft bill.

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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and interrogative, addressing the presenter respectfully. The emphasis is on the analysis of political context and strategy, posing a sharp question regarding the coordination of coalitions. The speaker uses allusions (the Tallinn negotiations) to underscore the political weight of their question.

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Activity Patterns
The speaker is participating in the first reading of the Riigikogu bill and poses a question to the rapporteur. He references the recently concluded local elections and the subsequent negotiations, demonstrating his awareness of current political developments.

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Opposition Stance
There is no opposition to the substance of the bill, which is widely regarded as pro-Estonian. However, the speaker calls into question the political strategy of the bill's proposer (Isamaa), asking whether they have secured the necessary political backing from the Centre Party. The criticism is aimed at the lack of political coordination.

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Collaboration Style
The speaker is highly focused on the importance of cooperation between factions, asking directly whether the draft bill has been coordinated with the Center Party faction or its board. He refers to the successful negotiations between Isamaa and the Center Party in Tallinn as an example of cooperation that should be emulated at the national level.

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Regional Focus
The regional focus is clearly directed at Tallinn, which is being used as an example of successful political negotiation between Isamaa and the Centre Party. This local political event is being linked to issues of national legislation.

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Economic Views
Insufficient data.

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Social Issues
The speaker addresses the topic of national security and identity, praising the draft bill on closing the control line as an "Estonian-minded and patriotic" step. Other social issues are not addressed.

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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is Riigikogu Draft Resolution 722 OE, concerning the closure of the temporary control line between the Republic of Estonia and the Russian Federation. The speaker acts as an inquirer, investigating the draft resolution's political support base and coordination.

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