Agenda Profile: Andres Metsoja
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (553 SE) – Third Reading
2025-05-14
15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker strongly supports the amendment to the Hunting Act initiated by Isamaa, stressing the necessity of controlling large predators, especially the wolf, whose population is excessive. This political stance is aimed at protecting people's living environment and economic space and is policy-driven, emphasizing the clear expression of the legislator's will. He/She stresses needs-based management when a species becomes overabundant.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of hunting and large carnivore management, referencing the overall good status of the wolf in Estonia and Europe. He explains the purpose of hunting in both historical and contemporary contexts (population control and the protection of economic areas). He also touches upon ecological factors, such as the issue of food availability in the forest.
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Rhetorical Style
The speaker's rhetorical style is fast, direct, and action-oriented, emphasizing the need for immediate action ("No long speeches/We won't waste time talking"). The tone is persuasive and resolute, grounded in the logical argument that management is necessary when a species becomes overabundant. The style is formal, yet highly concentrated, favoring a quick move to a vote.
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Activity Patterns
Data on activity patterns is insufficient because only one statement has been presented, and it focuses on supporting the third reading and vote on the bill.
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Opposition Stance
No direct criticism is leveled at political opponents. However, opposition is indirectly mounted against the judiciary, emphasizing that the will of the legislature must be clearly expressed and should permit action regardless of what the court has decided.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is asking colleagues to support the bill initiated by Isamaa, emphasizing its merits. This collaborative approach is designed to mobilize support for a specific party initiative and ensure a unified expression of legislative intent.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (the Estonian Hunting Act) and the international context (the favorable conservation status of the wolf across Europe as a whole). Specific local regions or communities are not emphasized, although the topic directly concerns rural areas.
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Economic Views
Economic views are tied to protecting the economic sphere from the overpopulation of large predators. This points toward a regulatory approach where population management is necessary to safeguard human economic activity and property.
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Social Issues
The social issue under discussion is the coexistence of human settlements and large carnivores. The speaker emphasizes the need to protect human living spaces when the species population is too large, prioritizing human safety and economic interests.
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on the Draft Act Amending the Hunting Act (553 SE), the purpose of which is to improve the management of large predators (wolves). The speaker is a strong supporter of the bill and emphasizes the legislature's ability to express its will.
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