Session Profile: Anastassia Kovalenko-Kõlvart

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

2025-04-09

Political Position
The core stance involves a critical assessment of the government's proposed repurchase of Enefit Green, coupled with a strong emphasis on the need for greater accountability and transparency. The speaker questions whether the initial decision to go public (IPO) and the state's partial privatization were adequately considered, suggesting that a different approach might have been warranted, particularly given the risks inherent in those past decisions. Furthermore, attention is drawn to the potential impact of tax increases and the necessity of parliamentary oversight. The speaker stresses the government's responsibility for its decisions. Crucially, the style is focused on resolving issues and demanding oversight, moving beyond mere political rhetoric.

4 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates knowledge of the context surrounding Eesti Energia and Enefit Green, stock exchange regulations, and insider information. It notes that listing on the stock exchange and subsequent buybacks could increase demands for transparency and supervision, and that the resulting burden on the state budget might reach approximately 68 million euros. Furthermore, it addresses the nature of state subsidies for renewable energy and the difficulties in cooperation between Eesti Energia and Enefit Green stemming from stock exchange regulations.

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Rhetorical Style
The focus is formal, question-based, and data-driven; it utilizes specific examples and figures, and raises questions regarding risk analysis and the thorough consideration of decisions. The tone is critical, but not hostile, centering on logical reasoning and demanding scrutiny.

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Activity Patterns
Multiple synchronous discussions regarding the same topics (the Enefit Green buyback, insider trading, and anti-corruption oversight) were presented during the information hour within a single day; regularly refers to the Financial Supervisory Authority and the special anti-corruption committee, emphasizing the supervisory role of the parliament. Actions have been consistently taken in the form of posing questions and providing fact-based justifications.

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Opposition Stance
The main focus is criticism of the current government’s decisions and the coalition’s intentions, particularly concerning the state repurchase of Enefit Green and the lack of transparency in tax policy. The stance is strongly critical and demanding, directed towards additional scrutiny and the conclusions under review by the special anti-corruption commission; promoting compromise is not highlighted.

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Collaboration Style
There is a strong lack of evidence of cooperation; the speaker emphasizes Parliament's right to receive information and a willingness to meet with supervisory bodies and commissions, but specific bipartisan cooperation mechanisms or joint agreements have not been presented. This creates the impression of an approach focused less on collaboration and more on oversight and transparency.

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Regional Focus
National (state-level), focusing on the Estonian energy sector, tax policy, tax issues, and the national level; no references are made to regional specifics.

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Economic Views
Economically, the criticism centers on the costs associated with state interventionism and the impact of tax policy on taxpayers. It highlights that state expenditures and potential over-procurement entail a fixed cost (approximately 68 million euros), and stresses the crucial importance of transparency and oversight. Furthermore, skepticism remains regarding taxation and the lack of clarity in tax-related decision-making.

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Social Issues
Insufficient data.

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Legislative Focus
The main undertaking is parliamentary oversight and transparency: it demands the public disclosure of the list of insiders, an explanation of the anti-corruption committee's investigative activities, and the guarantee of the right of Riigikogu members to inquire. The focus is on strengthening oversight and transparency in state-owned enterprises.

4 Speeches Analyzed