Agenda Profile: Marek Reinaas
Second Reading of the Bill (450 SE) on the Ratification of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Estonia and the Government of the State of Qatar for the Avoidance of Double Taxation with respect to Taxes on Income and the Prevention of Tax Evasion and Tax Fraud, and the Protocol thereto
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Political Position
The most important topic is the ratification of the agreement between Estonia and Qatar on the avoidance of double taxation, which the speaker strongly and consensually supports. The stance is procedural, focusing on the rapid advancement of the draft bill to the final vote, as no amendments were submitted.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the Riigikogu's procedural rules, referencing the deadlines for amendments and the committee's decisions. The technical subject matter is the avoidance of double taxation on income taxes, but the speaker focuses more on the procedural details than on the substance of the agreement.
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Rhetorical Style
The address is extremely formal, neutral, and procedural, presenting a fact-based report on the Finance Committee session. A logical structure is employed, referencing dates and consensus decisions, and is devoid of emotional or personal appeals.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's activity pattern includes attending the Finance Committee meeting on September 9th and delivering a report to the plenary session on September 11th. This indicates active participation in the legislative rhythm and the leadership of the committee's work.
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Opposition Stance
No opposition: The speaker emphasized that no amendments were submitted, and no questions or comments were raised during the committee session. This suggests widespread approval of the draft bill at this stage of the proceedings.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual, as the Finance Committee adopted all decisions unanimously. This demonstrates a readiness for cross-party cooperation during the swift and smooth processing of the draft legislation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is international, addressing the agreement between the Government of the Republic of Estonia and the Government of the State of Qatar. There is no concentration on local or regional Estonian topics.
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Economic Views
The economic viewpoint supports the conclusion of international agreements that prevent double taxation and curb tax avoidance and tax fraud. This points to support for a stable and regulated international investment environment.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft act concerning the ratification of the income tax treaty between Estonia and Qatar (Bill 450 SE). The speaker is a supporter and the lead facilitator of the proceedings, concentrating on swiftly finalizing the bill and bringing it to a final vote.
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