Agenda Profile: Valdo Randpere

The political position strongly emphasizes sovereignty, supporting the state's right to decide on granting residence permits without needing to provide justification. The speaker considers the non-renewal of the Metropolitan of the EOC-MP’s residence permit to be highly reasonable and well-justified, citing the church's positions on international issues and its proximity to the Kremlin. Additionally, a more radical question is being raised concerning the Russian church’s building rights (or leasehold) and the suitability of its location directly opposite the Riigikogu (Parliament). The political framework is strongly rooted in security and values.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in matters of state sovereignty and residence permit regulations, drawing comparisons to the practices of other countries. They also possess knowledge concerning the positions of the Russian Orthodox Church, the superficies agreements of the City of Tallinn, and the historical suitability of the church within the Republic of Estonia.

The rhetorical style is analytical and direct, beginning with a personal note concerning Varro Vooglaid, whom the speaker has learned to respect, but whose specific question he finds strange. The speaker relies on logical arguments regarding the issue of state sovereignty and introduces more radical questions to expand the scope of the topic. The tone is formal and inquisitive, emphasizing the necessity of having a discussion.

The address was delivered during the Riigikogu session's question-and-answer round, directed at the Prime Minister. The speaker refers to their daily routine of moving between the Riigikogu building and the church located across the street, which lends a personal perspective to the subject matter.

The opposition is indirectly aimed at those who call into question the state's sovereign decision regarding the non-extension of the metropolitan's residence permit. Strong criticism is directed at the positions of the Russian Orthodox Church (MPEÕK) on international issues and their ties to the Kremlin, which constitutes security-based opposition.

The speaker expresses respect for the questioner (Varro Vooglaid), even while criticizing the content and underlying assumptions of the question. A readiness for cooperation is evident in the strong support for the government’s (the prime minister’s) decision regarding the issue of sovereignty, while at the same time seeking dialogue between the government and the City of Tallinn concerning the church’s right of superficies.

The focus is on national sovereignty and a local issue pertaining to the City of Tallinn, specifically concerning the right of superficies and the lease agreement with the City of Tallinn regarding the Russian church building located directly opposite the Riigikogu (Parliament). This matter directly affects the capital city’s real estate and municipal administration.

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The main social issue revolves around the intersection of security and religion, highlighting the political threat posed by the Russian Orthodox Church (MPEÕK) due to its close ties to the Kremlin. The speaker advocates for strict state control over foreign institutions and questions their right to own property in the heart of the country.

The legislative focus is on reviewing existing contracts and rights (such as the right of superficies and lease agreements) concerning the Russian church in the city of Tallinn. The speaker is primarily taking on the role of an initiator, posing questions to the government to spark a discussion regarding the church's location and status.