Session Profile: Marek Reinaas
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
2025-06-17
Political Position
The political stance is one of strong support for Competition Law Bill No. 609, underscoring its consistency with the liberal and right-wing ideology of Eesti 200. The paramount objective is the restoration of a free market economy and the assurance of effective competition. This position is both value-driven (free market) and results-oriented (ending the continuous accrual of fines), while simultaneously safeguarding the principles of the rule of law concerning administrative penalties.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates a high level of competence regarding competition law, the transposition of European Union directives, and the handling of administrative penalties. He/She employs specific terminology such as "market distortion" and "administrative offense proceedings," and highlights their role as the lead rapporteur for the draft legislation within the committee. The expertise centers on legal precision and economic functionality.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is analytical, persuasive, and at times defensive, particularly when addressing accusations regarding the involvement of the minister and the Competition Authority. The speaker relies heavily on logical arguments (rule of law, economic efficiency) and party ideology, employing formal and procedural language. He urges support for the legislation, emphasizing its benefits for both consumers and businesses.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker has been active in the legislative process, serving as the committee chair and the lead rapporteur for the specific draft legislation. He refers to a specific working meeting held with the Competition Authority, which demonstrates close involvement in the substantive preparation of the bill. Other general activity patterns are lacking.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is aimed at those who accused Minister Liisa Pakosta of long delays in transposing the directive, and those who claimed the draft bill would weaken the Competition Authority. The criticism targets procedural and political attacks, labeling them "absurd" and "rubbish." They also criticize the mindset where punishment, rather than market restoration, is considered the most important priority.
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Collaboration Style
The collaborative approach is inclusive and results-oriented, stressing close cooperation with the Competition Authority, with whom a separate working meeting was held. It is noted that during the second reading, more than 30 amendments proposed by the Competition Authority were adopted into the Act, demonstrating a readiness for substantive collaboration.
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Regional Focus
The focus is entirely at the national level (Republic of Estonia) and on the transposition of the European Union directive. Local or regional issues are absent.
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Economic Views
The economic outlook strongly favors a free market economy, stressing the vital role of competition in securing the best prices and ensuring a fair market environment. The speaker is against market distortions and collusion, but simultaneously advocates for a rule-of-law approach to enforcement to protect businesses. They support providing the Competition Authority with the necessary tools for the swift restoration of the market.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the adoption of Draft Competition Act No. 609 to finalize the transposition of the EU directive and halt the accruing 3,000-euro fine currently being levied against the Estonian state. He/She is a strong supporter and the lead rapporteur of the draft, emphasizing the achievement that the directive was brought before the Riigikogu (Parliament) within six months, following six years of delay. An important priority was ensuring that penalties would be handled through misdemeanor proceedings, and not solely through administrative proceedings.
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