Session Profile: Irja Lutsar
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-12-16
Political Position
The political focus is on blocking the influx of synthetic cannabinoids, which is being described as a "truly crazy" situation. As a solution, there is a strong emphasis on the need for joint European Union action to halt the illegal trade arriving in postal packages from China. The stance is heavily geared toward improving security and international control.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the synthetic cannabinoid supply chain, highlighting their origin in China and subsequent distribution via postal packages ordered online. Furthermore, China's legal stance, which permits the production of these substances within its borders, is also noted, suggesting a focus on the international legal environment.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is direct and inquiry-based, while still including an acknowledgement of the presentation ("for the nice presentation"). The tone is anxious and urgent, emphasizing the gravity of the situation with the phrase "the situation is really bad," which simultaneously delivers both an emotional and a logical appeal.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is participating in the plenary session as the questioner, directing their inquiry straight to the presenter. They note that they are repeating a question that has already been posed, which indicates a sustained interest in this specific topic.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is courteous and appreciative towards the presenter, fostering an open dialogue. Politically, the necessity of strong international cooperation at the European Union level is emphasized in order to achieve a common goal.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly international and pan-European, concentrating on substances originating from China and the role of the European Union as a unified actor. Local or domestic issues are absent.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The main social issue is the proliferation of synthetic cannabinoids and the associated danger, which is being addressed as a serious societal problem. The focus is on security and international control to protect the population from dangerous substances.
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Legislative Focus
Legislative interest is focused on strengthening international regulation and border control. The objective is to find solutions for how the European Union can jointly prevent the import of legally produced, yet dangerous substances via postal parcels.
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