Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The most prominent issue is the protection of employment for Estonian citizens and strong opposition to importing foreign labor. This political stance is principles-based, emphasizing the need to defend the interests of local workers, and stands in contrast to the immigration-favoring plans proposed by two government ministers.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of labor mediation and the role of trade unions in wage negotiations and the conclusion of agreements. Particular emphasis is placed on the regulatory issue concerning the oversight of labor service intermediaries registered outside Estonia and temporary work agencies from third countries.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and direct, addressing the esteemed Deputy Chairman and the respondent to the interpellation. Logical arguments are employed, focusing on the theme of trade union involvement and regulatory gaps, posing a demanding and challenging question to the government.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is aimed at the government's policy, specifically two ministers who want to increase immigration. A challenge is also being issued to the Social Democrats (the Socs) to ensure they stand up for local employment within the government. The criticism is based on both policy and procedure, focusing on the negative consequences of importing foreign labor.
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Collaboration Style
Emphasis is placed on cooperation with trade unions in the context of wage negotiations to ensure compliance with the agreed wage levels. The stance towards the government is rather demanding and confrontational, not open to compromise.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level on protecting the Estonian workforce and regulating the activities of international labor intermediaries. Specific regional or local topics are not addressed.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives tend toward labor protectionism, stressing the necessity of securing employment for local residents and preventing the undercutting of wage levels. The role of trade unions in safeguarding wage levels is supported, and stricter regulation of foreign labor leasing companies is demanded.
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Social Issues
The primary social issue under discussion is labor migration, which is perceived as a threat to local employment opportunities and the social standards negotiated by trade unions. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of protecting our people from external pressure.
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Legislative Focus
Legislative focus is being placed on bringing labor leasing firms and companies that mediate workers from third countries under control. The objective is to ensure that intermediaries registered outside of Estonia are monitored and adhere to local working conditions.
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