Session Profile: Urve Tiidus
15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-11-05
Political Position
The political stance centers on supporting accession to the convention establishing the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA), underscoring the utility of international agreements in achieving defined objectives. This position is policy-driven, highlighting the necessity of agreements that facilitate navigation. Support for the draft legislation is strong and procedurally sound.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the procedural rules of the Riigikogu, explaining the two-reading procedure for bills concerning foreign treaties, pursuant to Section 115 of the Riigikogu Rules of Procedure and Internal Rules Act. Furthermore, he/she possesses knowledge of navigational aids and the significance of international maritime agreements, noting their utility in locating a port.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, polite, and procedural, focusing on clarifying the facts and the procedural progress of the draft bill. A short lyrical digression (a sailor's saying) is employed to illustrate a logical argument, balancing formality with figurative language. Responses are brief and direct technical questions to the relevant experts.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active in the plenary session, presenting the committee's report on moving the draft bill to the final vote. This pattern of activity involves monitoring the stages of the legislative procedure and presenting the resulting outcomes to Parliament.
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Opposition Stance
There is no data regarding direct opposition or criticism aimed at political opponents. The speaker responds to the respected Mr. Seeder politely and appropriately, deferring the details for the experts to decide.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual, emphasizing the committee's unanimous decision to move the draft bill to the final vote. The speaker refers to the clarifications provided by colleagues and the committee chairman (Marek Reinaas), demonstrating collaboration in guiding the legislative process.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on international agreements and their ratification within Estonian legislation concerning maritime safety. There is no emphasis on specific domestic regions or local issues.
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Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative priority is the ratification of international treaties, specifically by supporting the draft law concerning accession to the Convention of the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities. Emphasis is placed on the procedural correctness of the legislative process and the holding of the final vote during the second reading, given the absence of proposed amendments.
3 Speeches Analyzed