Session Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting
2024-09-24
Political Position
The speaker, in a supportive tone, emphasized that the draft bill is highly important, aiming to improve the legal aspects of restrictions under the Arms Act. They wish to include citizens of OECD countries to maintain and expand cooperation with those nations. The proposal shows no noticeable opposition or major ideological change; the focus is purely on the legal supplement.
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Topic Expertise
Shows the technical background in the context of the amendments to the Weapons Act: it refers to a previous amendment that entered into force about a year ago, which originated from the Ministry of the Interior and concerned companies and shareholders related to firearms permits. It emphasizes the importance of international cooperation and highlights a gap concerning non-Estonian or non-EU citizens and the countries of our cooperation partners.
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Rhetorical Style
A formal and relevant tone; utilizes precise references and legal context. The presentation is structured in a question-and-answer format (e.g., whether the draft legislation corrects the error), reflecting a demanding, yet polite and constructive critique.
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Activity Patterns
Delivered as a speech; it references earlier amendments to the Weapons Act and the initiatives behind them (which originated from the Ministry of the Interior during the previous term). This demonstrates ongoing focus on the regulatory trajectory and suggests considering expanded cooperation.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
It emphasizes cooperation with OECD countries and requests that cooperation with these countries be maintained or expanded in the new draft bill. This involves supportive synergy within the context of an internationally scoped weapons laboratory.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly international/national; it concentrates on international cooperation (OECD countries) and references restrictions related to other countries (Russia, Belarus, Ukraine). It does not focus on specific regions within Estonia.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
Amendments to the Weapons Act and the rectification of a legal error; the core of the discussion is whether the draft bill includes citizens of OECD countries and ensures the preservation of cooperation with those states. It refers to a previous amendment (which entered into force approximately one year ago) and initiatives by the Ministry of the Interior; the goal is to clarify and supplement the existing restrictions.
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