Agenda Profile: Anti Poolamets
Inquiry Regarding Chinese Intelligence Access to Estonian Residents' Data Through Applications and Technology (No. 718)
2025-04-07
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly oppositional, centering on the government’s failures and omissions regarding cybersecurity and personal data protection (the Apotheka case). The speaker sharply criticizes the government’s leanings toward censorship, specifically citing the proposed hate speech law as censorship in the style of Communist China. The focus rests equally on the government’s inefficiency (or lack of performance) and a value-based fear concerning the restriction of freedoms.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding data security risks, underscoring the human and political factors, as well as lapses in cyber defense. He refers to specific incidents, such as the loss of hundreds of thousands of personal medical records at Apotheka. Furthermore, he is aware of the political agendas of the government and Eesti 200, including China's "Great Plan" and the proposed hate speech legislation.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is sharp, critical, and combative, employing strong contrasts (Estonia vs. China) and accusations of government inaction. Emotional appeals are utilized, labeling the government’s intentions as a "censorship law in the style of communist China." The speaker uses irony when referencing the former minister’s reaction to the data leak: "It happens."
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary opposition is aimed at the government and the minister, sharply criticizing their failures in cyber defense and lack of political accountability. The government's intention to introduce a hate speech law—which critics are calling a censorship law—is being particularly heavily attacked. The criticism is intense and links the government's actions to those of authoritarian regimes.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national data security issues (Estonian residents' data, Apotheka) and the international threat, referencing Chinese intelligence and Chinese communist-style censorship. There is no regional focus; the emphasis is placed on national policy and security.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
Among the social issues, strong opposition to the hate speech law is highlighted, which is viewed as a threat to civil liberties and freedom of speech. The speaker expresses concern that, due to the government's actions, Estonia is becoming increasingly similar to China.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on opposing the hate speech law (labeled a censorship law), whereby the speaker accuses the government of intending to silence the populace. Also highlighted are the failures in cybersecurity, which points to the need for stricter security measures and demanding accountability.
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