Agenda Profile: Alar Laneman
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"
2024-05-02
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is moderately supportive of the need for the Riigikogu statement, which involves condemning an institution that supports Russian aggression. At the same time, concern is voiced regarding the potential negative impact of the statement's timing on the reputation of the Estonian state among those believers who share the state's views regarding the war in Ukraine. In formulating this position, both the political necessity (the content of the statement) and the assessment of social consequences are crucial.
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Topic Expertise
The assessment focuses on analyzing the social and political consequences, particularly concerning the timing of legislative decisions and their effect on the attitudes of religious communities. The speaker demonstrates awareness of the potential reaction of church members and believers to the state's actions. Procedural information is also requested regarding the planning process for drafting the statement.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and inquisitive, respectfully addressing the session chair and the presenter. The focus is placed on logical appeal, stressing caution and inquiring about the planning process in order to avoid undesirable social consequences. The tone is concerned, yet constructive.
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Activity Patterns
Not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
Direct opposition is not voiced, but doubts are raised regarding the planning process and timing of the statement's preparation, which indicates cautious criticism directed at those implementing the procedure. The criticism is procedural and focused on the assessment of social risks.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is constructive, as the necessity of the statement's content is supported ("the statement itself is necessary, I agree with that"). Solutions are sought through dialogue to mitigate risks associated with timing, specifically by asking the presenter about the planning process.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on international topics (Russia's aggression against Ukraine) and their domestic impact on the relationship between the Estonian state and religious communities. There is no specific local or regional emphasis.
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Economic Views
Not enough data.
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Social Issues
The social issue concerning the attitudes of religious communities and their potential negative stance toward the Estonian state, stemming from the timing of church-related legislation, is being addressed. Emphasis is placed on the need to consider the feelings of church members and believers who support Estonia's foreign policy line regarding the Ukraine issue.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the Riigikogu draft resolution (420 AE), which seeks to declare the Moscow Patriarchate an institution supporting aggression. The Speaker is acting as the interrogator, highlighting the planning process involved in drafting the statement and the subsequent analysis of social risks.
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