Agenda Profile: Urve Tiidus
Overview of the state of Research and Development and government policy in this field.
2024-01-23
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is currently directed toward the international dimension of research and development (R&D). The politician stresses that R&D is a global field and is posing results-oriented questions to the government regarding the adequacy of international cooperation among Estonian scientists. The position taken is moderately critical, demanding more precise information on the effectiveness of the government's policy.
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Topic Expertise
The politician demonstrates knowledge in the field of research and development, emphasizing its international and global character. This expertise is manifested in the detailed questions posed to the prime minister regarding specific cooperation partners and performance metrics. The sector-specific term "Research and development" is used.
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Rhetorical Style
The address is formal and respectful, directed at the Director and the Prime Minister. The tone is interrogative and demanding, focusing on a logical deficit of data within the informational materials. The politician employs direct questions to elicit specific facts and the names of the countries.
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Activity Patterns
The politician is participating in a parliamentary debate focused on the review of research and development (R&D), posing questions to the representative of the executive branch (the Prime Minister).
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Opposition Stance
Criticism has been leveled against the government (the Prime Minister) regarding the inadequacy of the informational materials shared concerning international cooperation. The disagreement is both procedural and policy-based, demanding specific data and accountability from the government.
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Collaboration Style
Insufficient data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is distinctly international and global, highlighting the worldwide scope of scientific collaboration. The politician is requesting information regarding specific foreign countries where cooperation has been successful, thereby demonstrating interest in Estonia's standing on the international stage.
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Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The political focus is on the oversight of government activities and demanding detailed information regarding the effectiveness of international cooperation in research and development. The priority is the evaluation of existing policy and the improvement of reporting.
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