Agenda Profile: Andres Metsoja
Sideteenused
2025-01-29
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing
Political Position
The political focus centers on regulating the telecommunications market to ensure competitive pricing and widespread availability. The speaker sharply criticizes market distortions and the government's sluggish progress in developing broadband and 5G networks. Telecommunication services are considered vital, and ensuring their provision is the responsibility of the state. This stance strongly advocates for increased market regulation and greater state accountability.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker exhibits profound expertise in the field of telecommunications regulation, citing EU directives, the role of the TTJA (Estonian Technical Regulatory Authority), and the specific case of infrastructure co-use. Specific terminology is employed, including 'broadband network,' '5G solution,' 'cell tower network,' and 'reserve price.' This expertise is further substantiated by references to earlier State Audit Office audits (2015) and legislative initiatives (2017).
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and demanding, highlighting the protracted nature of the issue and the government's accountability. An analytical approach is employed, citing specific laws and audit reports, and sharp questions are directed at the minister concerning their inaction and apparent lack of comprehension. The overall tone remains formal, yet the substance is confrontational, requiring clear explanations and concrete solutions.
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Activity Patterns
Based on the data, activity regarding telecommunications is evident in the Riigikogu chamber in January 2025, specifically involving detailed questioning of the minister. Previously, the individual in question initiated a legislative bill (in 2017), which points to long-term engagement in the communications services sector.
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed at Interior Minister Läänemets, questioning his understanding of how the communications market operates, despite the fact that he leads SMIT. Also criticized is the mutual finger-pointing among government members and the resistance from market participants to the regulation concerning the cross-use of infrastructure. The criticism targets both the incompetence of politicians and unfair market practices.
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Collaboration Style
Previously, cooperation was carried out with other members of parliament (six initiators of the 2017 bill). In the current context, [the subject] expresses support for the minister's package of solutions, but immediately proposes involving the National Audit Office to re-audit the issue.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national availability of communication services, highlighting the inequality present in rural areas. Particular attention is drawn to the lack of compensation for satellite connectivity for rural residents, which exacerbates the digital divide.
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Economic Views
It supports strong state regulation in the telecommunications market to reduce price disparities and address stifled free competition. It demands cross-utilization of infrastructure and control over the wholesale price to ensure a competitive price for the benefit of consumers. It criticizes the state’s unequal subsidy policy, where the purchase of electric vehicles is supported, but connectivity solutions for rural areas are not.
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Social Issues
It focuses on social equality in the digital society, emphasizing that the lack of connectivity services creates inequality and hinders participation in the e-state. It stresses the need to ensure equal opportunities for all residents, regardless of their lifestyle or location.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on implementing the EU directive concerning the shared use of infrastructure and ensuring competitive pricing. Previously, the speaker initiated the draft act (2017) amending the Electricity Market Act and other related legislation. [The speaker] calls for steps to improve the mast network to ensure coverage.
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