Agenda Profile: Andres Metsoja
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading
2025-02-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is on the issue of Estonian citizenship, particularly concerning residents with undetermined citizenship. A data-driven position is being presented, which emphasizes that 65% of these individuals desire Estonian citizenship, thereby indirectly challenging the current direction of the debate. The viewpoint is strongly policy- and value-based, centered on the potential for integration.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates an awareness of social research, citing a recent study by the Baltic Studies Institute. Concrete statistical data (e.g., 60,000 residents, 65% of those willing) is used as the basis for their question, highlighting a data-driven approach.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and inquisitive, respectfully addressing the session chair and the presenter. Logical argumentation is employed, based on statistical data. The tone is indirectly critical, expressing astonishment ("it makes me... very surprised") regarding the direction the debate has taken, considering the research findings presented.
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Activity Patterns
Not enough data
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Opposition Stance
Direct opponents are not criticized, but indirect procedural criticism is leveled at the commission. The criticism centers on the question of why a significant research finding—concerning the desire of residents with undetermined citizenship to contribute—was not addressed in the context of the debate.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is aimed at fostering dialogue and achieving clarity in the legislative process. The speaker directly asks the commission whether they discussed a specific approach and formulated an official position on it.
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Regional Focus
The focus is at the national level, addressing the situation of residents living in Estonia who hold undetermined citizenship and their desire to acquire Estonian citizenship.
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Economic Views
Not enough data
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Social Issues
The main social issue is citizenship policy and the integration of residents with undetermined citizenship. It is emphasized that most of them desire Estonian citizenship and are willing to actively contribute toward achieving it.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the second reading of the draft Act on the Amendment of the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (Bill 536 SE). The speaker’s role is that of an inquirer, striving to ensure that the committee considers relevant social studies during the processing of the draft legislation.
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