Agenda Profile: Evelin Poolamets
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)
2024-04-01
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The most crucial issue is the tightening of immigration policies and the requirement for Russian citizens to demonstrate proficiency in the state language. The political stance is geared toward considering stricter measures, modeled after Latvia, concerning the deportation of Russian citizens who fail to meet these language requirements. The scope of the policy is clearly defined, focusing on specific, tightened legal standards (A2 language level).
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates detailed knowledge of Latvia's immigration policy, highlighting the specific procedure used to deport Russian citizens who have failed to comply with the tightened requirements of the Latvian immigration law. Specifically, the requirement for A2-level proficiency in the Latvian language is stressed as a critical factor.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, businesslike, and interrogative, addressing the esteemed session chairman and the rapporteur. The speaker presents a direct political question, which is grounded in the practice of a foreign country (Latvia), employing a logical and fact-based appeal.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The primary focus is on international comparison (Latvia) and the consideration of applying this at the Estonian national level. Attention is also focused on the neighboring country's immigration policy and its influence on Estonian decision-making.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The main social issue is immigration and the requirement for Russian citizens to be proficient in the state language, which is tied to security and integration. The focus is placed on national requirements and the tightening of the immigration law.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on examining the Latvian immigration law as a model and subsequently implementing its provisions in Estonia. The speaker, who initiated this discussion, is exploring the possibility of tightening the law concerning language requirements to allow for the expulsion of non-compliant individuals.
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