Agenda Profile: Kalev Stoicescu
Draft law amending the Defence Service Act (563 SE) - first reading
2025-03-19
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance strongly supports the objective of increasing benefits for reservists, viewing the current sums as clearly inadequate given the rising cost of living. However, the speaker opposes the approval of Draft Bill 563 SE, arguing that this falls under the jurisdiction of the Government of the Republic and that the proposed indexation is technically impractical. This position aims for a pragmatic solution, stressing that the issue must be resolved via the executive branch.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates a high level of expertise in the field of national defense subsidies and legislation, citing specific subsidy amounts (€37, €40, €50) and the relevant Regulation of the Government of the Republic. This expertise is also evident in the technical criticism regarding the bill's indexing method, highlighting a mathematical calculation (1380%) concerning the long-term cost increase. Furthermore, he refers to the attention drawn in the letter from the Chancellor of Justice dated 10.01.2025.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, deliberate, and procedure-focused, relying on official references (protocol, regulation, Chancellor of Justice's letter) and logical argumentation. The speaker employs a personal affirmation ("I have studied mathematics") to underscore the reliability of the mathematical analysis. The overall tone is pragmatic and concentrates on identifying the correct solution, rather than making an emotional appeal.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker mentioned being on a foreign mission, which prevented their attendance at the State Defence Committee meeting, but they submitted a written position to be included in the minutes. Their course of action includes repeated and direct communication with the Minister of Defence regarding the resolution of the issue.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed at the procedural and technical aspects of draft bill 563 SE, criticizing both its inclusion within the jurisdiction of the Government of the Republic and the unreasonable indexing method. The criticism is neither personal nor does it deny the importance of the topic; rather, it focuses on the quality of the legislation and the allocation of authority.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes cooperation with the executive branch, noting that they share a common understanding with the Minister of Defence regarding the necessity and timeline for increasing the benefits (the increase will take effect starting January 1st next year). This demonstrates a willingness to find solutions through dialogue and the government's authority, preferring this approach over approving the draft bill.
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Regional Focus
There is not enough data.
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Economic Views
The speaker supports increasing government support payments due to the rising cost of living, signaling backing for the improvement of social benefits. At the same time, he/she strongly emphasizes fiscal prudence and opposes unreasonable indexation, which would increase costs almost 14-fold, for example, over a 10-year period.
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Social Issues
The societal focus is currently on ensuring fair compensation and support for military personnel (both reservists and conscripts). This issue is framed by the necessity of guaranteeing adequate support, especially considering the rising cost of living.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on Draft Bill 563 SE, which proposes amendments to the Military Service Act regarding benefits for reservists. The speaker opposes this specific bill but remains an active political advocate, stressing that a resolution was achieved through an agreement with the Minister of Defence.
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