Agenda Profile: Aivar Kokk
Draft law amending the Competition Act (654 SE) – first reading
2025-09-10
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker adopts a clearly critical position concerning the expansion of the Competition Authority’s jurisdiction, expressing strong reservations about the agency’s capacity to cope with the new responsibilities. Furthermore, they stress the necessity of transparency regarding the costs of implementing the legislation and demand specific answers concerning the funding of the Authority’s future operations.
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Topic Expertise
Demonstrates a strong grasp of competition law and the energy sector, citing specific examples of price hikes by Elering and Elektrilevi and the magnitude of their profits (€200 million). Shows an understanding of the public procurement system and issues related to foreign state subsidies, referencing the Rail Baltic and Finland tunnel projects.
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Rhetorical Style
The speaker employs a polite yet determined questioning style, addressing the minister with a respectful salutation ("Dear Minister!"). They pose a series of consecutive clarifying questions, seeking specific answers. Real-life examples are provided to support the arguments, all while maintaining a constructive tone throughout the dialogue.
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Activity Patterns
The addresses are taking place during the same day, coinciding with the first reading of the Competition Act, demonstrating active participation in the legislative debate. [The participant] is posing a series of consecutive questions, which points to thorough preparation and a desire to receive exhaustive answers.
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Opposition Stance
The statement expresses strong criticism regarding the current work of the Competition Authority, particularly concerning price regulation within the energy sector. It calls into question the agency’s competence and decision-making capacity, citing controversial price increases that occurred despite significant profit levels.
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Collaboration Style
Maintains a constructive approach, thanking the Minister for the responses and expressing the wish "to gain understanding myself." The questions are aimed at achieving better comprehension, not launching attacks, which demonstrates a readiness for cooperation in the dialogue.
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Regional Focus
It mainly focuses on national issues, but it does mention specific projects like the Finland tunnel and Rail Baltic. It also references decisions made by the previous composition of the Riigikogu, thereby illustrating broader political connections and historical context.
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Economic Views
It raises concerns regarding the regulation of monopolies and the optimization of state dividend revenue. It poses critical questions about the balance between the profits and pricing policies of state-owned companies, emphasizing the necessity for transparency concerning regulatory costs.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the draft legislation aimed at supplementing the Competition Act, posing detailed questions regarding the practical aspects of the law's implementation. There is particular interest in the scope of the agency's jurisdiction and its effect on both Estonian and foreign enterprises within the context of public procurement.
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