Agenda Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker advocates for increasing the state's accountability in law-making and improving its quality. They cite the critical findings of the National Audit Office audit (deficiencies in impact analysis and lack of early stakeholder involvement) as key issues that need to be addressed. They call upon the Prime Minister to discuss familiarizing themselves with the audit and the plan for these necessary improvements, stressing the importance of outcome-based results and process development.
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Topic Expertise
The featured topic is impact assessments and their quality within EU legislation. The discussion references the findings and deficiencies identified by the National Audit Office audit. The strong emphasis on the audit outcomes and the affirmation of the importance of involving stakeholders demonstrates a technical approach to reasoning and the foundation for policy development. He/She utilizes specific terminology (impact analysis, early engagement) and stresses the necessity of process improvement.
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Rhetorical Style
The emphasis is on maintaining a formal and respectful tone, referencing the findings of the National Audit Office's audit. A specific question is posed: Have you reviewed the audit, and is there a plan for corrective action? This approach is constructive and fact-based, aimed at fostering a responsible discussion rather than resorting to personal attacks.
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Activity Patterns
The current address features a focused discussion of specific and timely topics. It mentions the recent publication of the State Audit Office audit and the issue of the statement itself. Information regarding regular meetings or travel is absent; the speech centers entirely on the audit and the expectation of receiving answers.
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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data.
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Collaboration Style
There is insufficient data.
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Regional Focus
The speech focuses on the national level; there are no specific mentions of regions.
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Economic Views
It does not present specific economic policy positions; it emphasizes the quality of the impact assessment and the significance of the effects on businesses and residents. This is critical, but the focus remains on improving the process, rather than the specifics of economic policy.
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Social Issues
There are no direct socio-political stances; the speech focuses on economic impacts and the quality of legislation, and social issues were not addressed.
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Legislative Focus
Points to the need to improve the quality of lawmaking and impact assessments; does not mention specific legislative initiatives; emphasizes the need for reform.
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