Session Profile: Urmas Reinsalu
15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session
2025-04-09
Political Position
The political focus is on maritime security and strategic task formulation in the Gulf of Finland. The speaker strongly supports the adoption of the current legal amendment, which allows for the use of force, but considers it an insufficient solution. A broader strategic approach is demanded, along with faster government action regarding the expansion of the contiguous zone. The framework is strongly security- and policy-centric.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of maritime security and international law of the sea. Specific terminology is employed, such as "extension of the contiguous zone," "exclusive economic zone," "conventions on the law of the sea," and "customary law." Emphasis is placed on the necessity of case-based development in international practice.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is businesslike, analytical, and urgent, emphasizing the complexity of the situation and the need to look toward an uncertain future. The appeal is primarily logical and policy-based, focusing on legal and strategic solutions. The style is formal and includes direct calls for the government to take action.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed against the Government of the Republic, which is accused of delaying strategic initiatives and operating at an insufficient pace for several years now. The criticism is policy- and procedure-focused, emphasizing that the pace has been inadequate for achieving solutions of substantive quality.
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Collaboration Style
The cooperative approach emphasizes the necessity of close international collaboration, particularly with the Republic of Finland, in order to achieve effective control of the Gulf of Finland. This cooperation is also deemed essential for the development of international law and the enforcement of contiguous zone regulations.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly at the national and international level, concentrating on Estonia's maritime border, its Exclusive Economic Zone, and the security of the Gulf of Finland. It is also specifically highlighted that Estonian economic waters have turned into an anchorage for the Russian shadow fleet.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The speaker is acting as an advocate for the adoption of a specific legal amendment that grants the authority to use force. A broader legislative priority involves expanding the contiguous zone in order to gain additional intervention capabilities in the Gulf of Finland.
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