By Agendas: Eerik-Niiles Kross

The cooperation style is strongly collegial and consensus-seeking, having repeatedly submitted initiatives on behalf of large support groups (45, 61, and 49 members). The speaker emphasizes the value of compromise, especially regarding the draft constitutional amendment, believing that it ultimately satisfies all interests.

The style of cooperation is consensus-based and geared toward compromise, emphasizing that the constitutional amendment process was "surprisingly unanimous" and "unifying for the Riigikogu." The speaker notes that although nobody got exactly what they wanted, the text was agreed upon, which indicates broad-based support (a predicted 92%).

The speaker stresses the importance of maintaining European unity and views Estonia as a partner with a more substantial role, helping to articulate European interests in the new volatile environment. He criticizes European states that undermine this unity for domestic political reasons.

The speaker emphasizes solidarity with the Georgian people, the opposition, and the legitimate president Salome Zourabichvili, supporting their three main demands. Internationally, common positions with Europe's major political families (EPP, Socialists, ALDE) are stressed, as is the need to achieve consensus in Europe regarding new elections. He/She mentions that Estonia has supported Georgia in Brussels, often against the wishes of larger allies.

The speaker emphasized the broad support for the draft bill, noting that it was submitted by 61 members of the Riigikogu and that the overwhelming majority of political parties have reached a consensus. He/She demonstrated openness to substantive discussion and compromise, particularly on the issue of voting rights for grey passport holders, and pointed out that a longer-than-usual period has been allocated for submitting amendments.

The speaker emphasizes the need for cooperation with the European Union and the United States to impose sanctions against the Georgian government. He notes that the statement by the Estonian Parliament (Riigikogu) should be part of a broader Western reaction, taking on the role of the "bad cop." The focus of this cooperation is aimed at supporting Georgia's civil society, rather than engaging with the government.

The style of cooperation is consensus-based, noting that the commission's representative was appointed by consensus, and emphasizing successful international cooperation in persuading European colleagues to boycott Putin's inauguration. Reference is also made to the involvement of the Legal and Analysis Department of the Riigikogu Chancellery in the proceedings.

The speaker expresses hope that the Government of the Republic and the Minister of the Interior will proceed reasonably in their future steps, taking into account the interests of the Estonian people, and notes a desire for constructive cooperation with the executive branch. He stresses that the government must protect the right of Orthodox congregations to religious freedom, thereby demonstrating concern for citizens' interests.

The speaker addresses colleagues politely ("Dear colleagues!") and refers to a respected shared colleague (Ants Laaneots), which suggests collegial interaction within the Riigikogu. No direct data has been presented regarding cross-party cooperation or willingness to compromise concerning this specific resolution.