Session Profile: Reili Rand
15th Riigikogu, Sixth Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-10-21
Political Position
The most crucial topics are the necessity of funding Estonian cultural and sports facilities, and the mitigation of money laundering risks associated with gambling. The political position supports additional financing for culture and calls for active measures to reduce the threat of money laundering. The focus remains on policy and risk management mechanisms, seeking to utilize both state resources and the involvement of private capital.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topic of cultural funding and the involvement of private capital, having actively discussed the subject internally. Awareness of financial regulations is particularly strong, with references made to the recent money laundering risk assessment and the threats associated with remote gambling operators. Specific terminology is used, such as "money laundering threat" and "risk mitigation."
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Rhetorical Style
The speaker's rhetorical style is formal and respectful, addressing the chair of the session and the rapporteur directly. Analytical questions are posed concerning two clearly distinct policy areas, aimed at identifying specific political solutions and necessary measures. The tone is serious and focuses on logical argumentation, referencing official assessments.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is an active questioner during plenary sessions, engaging in detailed policy debates. The reference that he has "very actively held these discussions" concerning the topic of culture funding demonstrates consistent and high participation in internal parliamentary debates and committee work.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is constructive, seeking additional solutions and measures from the presenter, especially to facilitate the attraction of private capital. The speaker acknowledges the presenter's previous active participation in discussions on the topic, which indicates a readiness for substantive dialogue.
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely on national issues, covering the funding of Estonian culture across a broad spectrum and addressing money laundering risks at the national level. There are no references to specific regions, constituencies, or local projects.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives support state funding for cultural and sports facilities, but also stress the necessity of encouraging private sector investment in the field. There is a strong focus on financial discipline and mitigating money laundering risks originating from the gambling sector, which indicates concern regarding financial stability and regulatory oversight.
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Social Issues
In the social sector, the importance of Estonian culture and sport is emphasized, both of which require additional funding and the establishment of infrastructure. Money laundering risks associated with the spread of gambling have been presented as a serious social and security threat, demanding swift regulatory intervention.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on finding legal solutions for financing cultural and sports facilities, particularly concerning mechanisms for attracting private capital. The second priority is the refinement of anti-money laundering laws or regulations to mitigate risks stemming from remote gambling operators.
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