Agenda Profile: Urve Tiidus
Draft law amending the Competition Act and, in connection therewith, amending other laws (609 SE) - first reading
2025-05-05
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance is cautious and principle-driven, focusing on protecting free competition as the most crucial cornerstone of an open market economy. The speaker acknowledges the skepticism prevailing in the chamber regarding the draft bill (609 SE) and demands a clear justification from the Minister demonstrating the law’s compliance with this fundamental economic principle.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of fundamental market economy concepts (free competition, open market economy) and legal terminology (draft bill, jurisprudence). This expertise is employed when posing the question, requesting the minister to explain the legal validity and rationale of the law to a layperson.
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Rhetorical Style
The tone is formal, courteous, and analytical, respectfully addressing the Chairman and the Minister. The speaker employs logical argumentation, posing a specific question concerning the rationale behind the draft legislation, while avoiding emotional language and focusing instead on political principles.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The speaker refers to the widespread skepticism prevailing in the hall concerning the draft law (609 SE), but does not directly criticize the opponents. The criticism is directed at the need to explain the content and justification of the bill, not at individuals.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national-level legislation (the amendment of the Competition Act) and broad economic principles. There are no references to specific regions or local issues.
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Economic Views
Economic views are strongly supportive of the market economy, stressing free competition as the most crucial cornerstone of an open market system. The concern revolves around how the new regulation (609 SE) supports and safeguards this fundamental principle.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Competition Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (Bill 609 SE). The speaker holds a questioning position regarding the bill, demanding its fundamental justification during the first reading.
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