Session Profile: Vladimir Arhipov

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

2025-09-08

Political Position
The speaker heavily focuses on labor market policy, emphasizing the importance of youth employment and developing the local workforce. They express clear opposition to increasing immigration, preferring instead to invest in the training and upskilling of existing unemployed individuals. This position is pragmatic and aimed at preventing long-term social problems.

5 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates a strong grasp of labor market statistics, referencing specific figures such as the increase in labor quotas from 1,300 to 4,000 and the number of unemployed being 40,000–60,000. Shows knowledge of state labor market measures and the role of local governments in guiding young people into the labor market. Uses fact-based arguments to support their positions.

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Rhetorical Style
Uses a polite yet direct approach, initiating conversations with traditional courtesy phrases and references to colleagues. Questions are presented in a structured and logical manner, combining facts and figures with emotional concerns. The tone of voice is moderate but firm, and aggressiveness is avoided.

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Activity Patterns
Based on the data, [activity] was limited to a single session day, during which four speeches were delivered. [The subject] demonstrates consistency in addressing topics, continuing questions initiated by colleagues and developing them further. The focus is on specific questions aimed at obtaining answers from ministers.

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Opposition Stance
It does not express direct hostility, but rather raises critical questions regarding the government's policy. It questions the rationale behind the immigration policy when there is simultaneously a large number of local unemployed people. The criticism is constructive and fact-based, not personal or ideological.

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Collaboration Style
Responds favorably to the questions raised by colleagues Anastassia and Lauri, demonstrating teamwork and the development of shared topics. Uses "for us" phrases, emphasizing a collective approach. Seeks cooperation with the ministers, asking for specific answers and opportunities for follow-up and monitoring.

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Regional Focus
It emphasizes the role of local authorities in guiding young people into the labor market, demonstrating interest in local-level solutions. It does not focus on any specific region but rather addresses nationwide issues from the perspective of local implementation. There are no references to specific regions or local projects.

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Economic Views
It prefers investing in local labor rather than importing foreign labor. It expresses concern over social tensions that could arise from high levels of immigration. It supports long-term investments in training people as a more economically sound approach.

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Social Issues
The text focuses primarily on the social issues facing young people, stressing the necessity of addressing those who are neither employed nor in education. It expresses concern regarding social tensions that could emerge as a result of rapid immigration. It approaches social questions pragmatically rather than ideologically.

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Legislative Focus
It demands accountability and follow-up monitoring from the government regarding implemented measures, especially concerning programs aimed at integrating youth into the labor market. The focus is on evaluating the effectiveness of existing policy measures. It is not submitting specific legislative bills, but rather demanding transparency and accountability.

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