Session Profile: Reili Rand
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting
2025-02-19
Political Position
The political focus is placed on strengthening Estonia's maritime security and repelling hybrid threats, which is framed as the cornerstone of our collective security. The speaker firmly supports legislative amendments that grant the Defense Forces clear authority for decisive action in maritime areas. This stance is heavily security-driven, underscoring the state's obligation to protect its vital links.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of maritime security and hybrid threats, citing specific issues such as dragging anchors, damaged cables, and covert activity. He/She stresses the need to clarify legal regulations and links security to amendments to the Defence Forces Organisation Act and the Exclusive Economic Zone Act. Russia’s capability to damage underwater infrastructure is also mentioned.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, serious, and pressing, underscoring the critical nature of maritime security as the bedrock of national liberty and economy. The speaker employs logical arguments (specifically, the necessity of clarifying legal statutes) and appeals to national obligation and the imperative to be prepared to preempt threats.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary threat and adversary is Russia, which is described as a state capable of and possessing the means to damage Estonia's underwater connections. The criticism is directed at an external security threat, which manifests in the form of sabotage and covert activity.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker, representing the Social Democrats, expresses support for the bill under consideration, demonstrating a willingness to cooperate on national defense issues. Emphasis is placed on the necessity for the Riigikogu to ensure the bill receives substantive and thorough deliberation within the National Defense Committee.
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is on coastal areas and islands, specifically mentioning Hiiumaa and Saaremaa, and stressing their direct connection to the sea and maritime links. Domestic connections within Estonia to the islands are also emphasized.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives link security and the economy, emphasizing that the sea is "our food source, our economy," and that secure maritime connections are vital both for the movement of goods and the uninterrupted functioning of energy and communication cables. Support is provided for directing national defense funding toward the development of the Estonian Navy.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft bill amending the Defence Forces Organization Act and the Economic Zone Act, the purpose of which is to increase maritime security and grant the Defence Forces specific powers. The speaker is a strong supporter of the bill and wants its swift passage during the first reading so that it can receive substantive consideration in the National Defence Committee.
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