Agenda Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading
2024-10-15
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position centers on the draft Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (510 SE), against which strong opposition is voiced. The bill is criticized for its detrimental impact on the economy, referencing a results-based framework. Additionally, procedural correctness is stressed, requiring the Minister's final statement.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Riigikogu's procedural rules, citing previous rulings by the presiding officer and the rules governing debate ("the yellow book"). Economic expertise is articulated at a general level, stressing the law's negative effect on the Estonian economy, though without the use of detailed data or specific statistics.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and focuses on procedural matters, requiring explanations and a concluding statement from the minister. The tone is concerned and questioning, emphasizing the significance of the law and the negative economic impact, in order to justify the procedural requirement. The appeal is primarily logical and procedural.
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Activity Patterns
The data is insufficient.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition targets the draft excise duty law proposed by the government, which is deemed harmful to the Estonian economy. Furthermore, procedural irregularities are being criticized, with demands for the minister's presence and a final statement to provide clarity. The criticism is both policy-based and procedural.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker references colleague Lauri Laats’s concern regarding the lack of a dignified conclusion to the negotiations, which demonstrates cooperation and the sharing of views within his political group. There is no information regarding openness to compromises or cross-party cooperation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strictly at the national level, addressing the proceedings of the Riigikogu and the overall situation of the Estonian economy. There are no references to specific regional or local problems.
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Economic Views
Economic views are strongly opposed to the excise duty hikes, as the speaker believes they will further deteriorate the state of the Estonian economy. The focus is on preventing negative economic consequences and demanding clarity regarding the law's impact.
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Social Issues
There is insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is centered on opposing the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act Bill (510 SE). The speaker is acting as an opponent of the bill, utilizing Riigikogu procedures to demand clarifications from the minister and emphasize the significance of the legislation.
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