Agenda Profile: Tõnis Mölder
Communication
2024-01-24
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing
Political Position
The political position is strongly focused on monitoring the transparency of the activities and communication of state agencies. The main emphasis is placed on the procedure for the public release of the Competition Authority's analysis of the pharmacy reform, criticizing the use of "teasers" before the final document is made available. The stance is critical regarding the biased preliminary communication and the potential conflict of interest due to the involvement of former officials.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates competence regarding the oversight of government agencies and communication procedures, highlighting the differing disclosure practices of the Competition Authority and the National Audit Office. The professional focus centers on the methodology for analyzing the long-term effects of the pharmacy reform and compliance with transparency requirements. Furthermore, detailed questions were posed concerning the previous role and current employment relationships of officials (Maris Jesse).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, direct, and critical, focusing on logical arguments and procedural matters. Strong emphasis is placed on the necessity of transparency, and sharp rhetorical questions are posed ("In your estimation, is such biased prior communication by the Competition Authority appropriate?"). The speaker demands specific facts regarding the employment relationships of the officials.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during Riigikogu sittings, submitting scrutiny questions to the minister. Their activity patterns indicate a rapid response to news and analyses published in the public service media (ERR). Additionally, the speaker draws attention to procedural infringements occurring during the session (referring to disruptors in the Riigikogu chamber).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is directed at the Competition Authority’s communication practices and lack of transparency, which leads to one-sided media coverage. The opposition is procedural and ethical, especially regarding the participation of a former official (Maris Jesse) in analyzing her own reform, which is considered an opaque instance of "checking one's own work."
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is formal and focused on maintaining a dialogue with the Minister within the framework of oversight, requiring answers concerning the activities of the Competition Authority. There is no data regarding cooperation with other members or factions of the Riigikogu.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national regulatory and administrative matters concerning the activities of the Competition Authority and the nationwide pharmacy reform. There is no regional focus.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The economic perspectives center on ensuring regulatory transparency and fair competition, while criticizing the actions of the Competition Authority that affect market participants. It is emphasized that market participants must have the opportunity to review the analysis before it is publicly commented upon. There are no direct positions stated regarding taxes or expenditures.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The social topic under discussion is the analysis of the long-term effects of the pharmacy reform, which pertains to the healthcare sector. The focus, however, is primarily on the transparency of the reform analysis and the accuracy of the assessment of political decisions.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on oversight and the procedural correctness of the impact assessment of existing political decisions (the pharmacy reform). The speaker acts as a critic and auditor of administrative activity, rather than an initiator of new draft legislation.
3 Speeches Analyzed