Agenda Profile: Tanel Tein

First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Appointment of a Member of the Riigikogu to the Council of the Estonian Public Broadcasting" (372 OE)

2024-02-13

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

Political Position
Political activity centers on filling the internal representative structures of the parliament, strongly supporting the Culture Committee’s decision to appoint Vadim Belobrovtsev as a member of the Council of the Estonian Public Broadcasting. The stance is procedural and policy-driven, emphasizing the necessity of filling the vacant seat following Andre Hanimägi’s departure from the Centre Party faction.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the procedural rules of the Riigikogu and the work of its committees, precisely explaining the decision of the Cultural Affairs Committee and the context behind it. Specifically, this involves knowledge of the procedures for appointing members to the council of the Estonian Public Broadcasting (ERR) and the representation rights of the parliamentary factions.

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Rhetorical Style
The style is highly formal, neutral, and strictly focused on procedure, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and the members of the Riigikogu. The speaker uses short, fact-based sentences to convey the substance of the draft resolution and the committee's proposal to conduct the final vote.

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Activity Patterns
The course of action demonstrates participation in the legislative process as the committee rapporteur, bringing before the Riigikogu the decision reached during the Culture Committee's session on January 25th. The speaker's role is procedural, involving the brief and concise introduction of the substance of the draft bill.

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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is institutional, as the speaker is presenting the collective decision of the Culture Committee and referencing the committee's joint proposal. This demonstrates a willingness to work by consensus within the framework of parliamentary structures.

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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed towards processing draft resolutions of the Riigikogu concerning the composition of state institutions (the Council of the Estonian Public Broadcasting). The speaker, as the submitter of the draft, stressed the need to hold the final vote and fulfill the representative functions of the parliament.

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