Session Profile: Urve Tiidus
XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-11-06
Political Position
The political focus is on improving Estonia's productivity and catching up to Finland's level, which has been presented as a results-based objective. The speaker emphasizes the necessity of finding solutions, either through the increased use of artificial intelligence or through the education and integration into the workforce of young people who are currently not employed. This stance is moderately policy-guiding, seeking the best possible solutions from the minister.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of economic foresight, referencing the Foresight Centre's report and utilizing the term "productivity." He/She presents specific avenues for solutions, linking productivity growth to artificial intelligence and the re-evaluation of education for non-working youth.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the Director and the Minister. The speaker presents their position in the form of a question, relying on logical reasoning and referencing an official report, all while maintaining an analytical and investigative tone.
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Activity Patterns
The data is limited to one question during the plenary session in November 2025, indicating participation in the parliamentary Question Time.
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Opposition Stance
Insufficient data.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is participating in a standard parliamentary procedure, posing a question to the minister that signals a willingness to engage in dialogue with the government and seek solutions.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (Estonian productivity) and international comparison with neighboring countries (Latvia, Lithuania, Finland).
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives focus on the goal of productivity growth and achieving economic convergence. The main drivers of growth are seen as technological innovation (artificial intelligence) and the more efficient utilization of labor resources, particularly concerning non-working youth.
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Social Issues
The problem of young people who are Not in Education, Employment, or Training (NEETs) is addressed, which is linked to the education system and the utilization of labor potential. This social topic is primarily presented within the context of economic productivity.
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on finding political solutions and strategies to increase productivity, rather than initiating or supporting specific legislative bills.
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