Agenda Profile: Mart Maastik
Chair implementation
2025-09-04
15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to the government's tax increases (especially the car tax) and the expansion of bureaucracy. The speaker emphasizes the government's failure to keep its promises and the deepening of the economic recession, prioritizing economic security and the competitiveness of businesses. Important topics also include energy policy and consumer protection in the telecommunications sector, where calls are being made for clarity and state intervention. The overall policy narrative is framed by the government's incompetence and broken pledges.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of the Code of Civil Procedure, telecommunication services, and complex energy policy. Detailed terms are used, such as "application for the reopening of proceedings," "cross-use of fiber optic cables," and "dispatchable capacity," demanding specific analyses and calculations from the government. Specific data regarding bureaucracy costs were also presented (e.g., 300,000 euros annually for Tallink Group).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, yet often sharp and critical, particularly concerning the government's actions. Sarcasm is employed (such as the compromise proposal regarding the Prime Minister's response) alongside emotional appeals (deceiving voters, punishing families with children). Simultaneously, there is a call for statesmanlike conduct and a focus on the actual work, criticizing the proceedings in the Riigikogu (Parliament) as a "farce."
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in legislative work, submitting both bills and numerous detailed inquiries to various ministers. Their pattern of activity is regular, focusing on scrutinizing the government's actions and proposing new initiatives. They also raise procedural questions concerning the organization of work within the session hall.
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Opposition Stance
The main opponent is the Government of the Republic and the coalition parties, who are being criticized for deceiving voters, deepening the economic recession, and the "circus" taking place in the Riigikogu (Parliament). The criticism is intense and focuses on political failures, particularly concerning tax policy and energy policy. The speaker demands the withdrawal of the car tax bill and shows no willingness to compromise on the government's policies.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is intra-factional, involving colleagues (e.g., Helir-Valdor Seeder, Riina Solman, Priit Sibul, Aivar Kokk) in the submission of interpellations and draft legislation. The speaker calls for discussion and statesmanship, even offering to provide the missing signature on a supported bill so that the procedure can continue. Direct compromise with the government on political issues is not mentioned.
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is clearly directed at rural areas, highlighting the negative impact of the car tax on families with children due to the sparse or non-existent public transport network. Furthermore, the availability of high-quality telecommunication services throughout Estonia is stressed, referencing the state's investments in the fiber optic backbone network.
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Economic Views
Economic views are strongly opposed to raising the tax burden, especially during an economic downturn, as this undermines the competitiveness of businesses. They support reducing bureaucracy, citing the high costs of sustainability reports for large companies as an example, noting that these reports do not contribute to effective management. Regarding energy policy, there is a demand for a detailed cost analysis and the assurance of energy security.
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Social Issues
Among social issues, emphasis is placed on the negative impact of the car tax on families with children and their economic security, particularly in rural areas. Information regarding other social topics (such as education, security, or culture) is unavailable.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently aimed at repealing the car tax, amending the Code of Civil Procedure (specifically, enabling the submission of applications for the reopening of proceedings), and reducing bureaucracy. The speaker is taking the role of the initiator, having submitted a draft bill for the amendment of the Code of Civil Procedure, alongside interpellations concerning telecommunications, energy policy, and sustainability reports.
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