Agenda Profile: Vadim Belobrovtsev
Cost of communication services
2025-10-22
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour
Political Position
The political stance is highly critical of the government's inaction regarding the speed and price of fixed-line internet, which remains uncompetitive within the European Union. The focus is on results-based policy, demanding accountability and progress following last year's formal inquiry. The speaker emphasizes the need for faster and cheaper internet so that Estonia does not lag behind the rest of the EU.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the telecommunications services market, clearly differentiating the status of fixed and mobile internet and noting that mobile connectivity is competitive. International analyses and comparisons with other EU countries (Latvia, Lithuania) are utilized, and reference is made to the regulatory activities of the Competition Authority. The expertise focuses on the dynamics of speed and price concerning fixed connections.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and interrogative, focusing on logical arguments and data (international analyses, specific dates). The tone is critical and demands accountability from the minister, referencing prior communication and the persistent significance of the topic. The style is geared towards the follow-up scrutiny of government activities.
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Activity Patterns
The action pattern indicates consistency and systematic follow-up, given that the speaker references an inquiry on the very same topic that occurred exactly one year ago (2024-10-07). The current activity is directed at assessing the government's actions via parliamentary questions, underscoring the long-term priority of this issue.
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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is aimed at the government and the minister, who are accused of taking insufficient action to improve the speed and cost of internet connectivity. The criticism is policy- and performance-based, demanding an explanation as to why the situation has not improved over the past year. The confrontation is institutional, not personal.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level, examining the status of Estonia's communication services in an international context, particularly when compared to the European Union and neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania). This issue directly affects Estonian residents, whether they are "at home or at work."
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Economic Views
Economic views emphasize the need to improve competitiveness in the communications services market to achieve lower prices and higher speeds. Support is given to the analysis conducted by the Competition Authority, with the aim of improving the market situation and ensuring the competitiveness of the Estonian economy in Europe.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the parliamentary oversight of government activities through interpellations. In particular, the speaker is interested in the results of the retail market analysis of communication services planned by the Competition Authority for 2025, which should improve the competitive situation.
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