Session Profile: Vilja Toomast
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
2025-06-11
Political Position
The speaker supports the procedural advancement of Bill 590 concerning the ratification of the document amending the Constitution of the International Labour Organization (ILO). This position is clearly procedure-centric and policy-based, focusing on the smooth execution of the Riigikogu's rules of procedure. The proposal to move the bill to the final vote demonstrates strong support for its ratification.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the procedural processes of the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) and the internal organization of the Legal Affairs Committee. Technical terms are used, such as "draft ratification act," "second reading," and "deadline for submitting amendments." This expertise is evident in the detailed and accurate overview provided regarding the flow of the committee meeting and the procedural decisions made.
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Rhetorical Style
The style of delivery is formal, neutral, and strictly informative, characteristic of a commission rapporteur. The focus is on logical and fact-based reporting, emphasizing dates, participants, and decisions adopted by consensus. Emotional or persuasive appeals are entirely absent.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's primary mode of operation is presenting the results of the committee's work to the full assembly, specifically focusing on the procedural decisions taken during the Legal Affairs Committee meeting on June 2nd. This points to regular involvement in the committee's activities and the execution of the rapporteur function during plenary sessions.
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Opposition Stance
There is no opposition; the speaker focuses exclusively on describing the procedure and conveying the consensus decisions. The absence of two committee members (Heljo Pikhof and Varro Vooglaid) is noted, but this is done neutrally, without criticism.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual and supportive, highlighting that all procedural decisions within the Legal Affairs Committee were adopted "by consensus." This demonstrates a willingness for cross-party agreement on procedural issues and smooth cooperation among the committee members.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the international level (amendment of the International Labour Organization's Constitution) and national legislation. There is no regional focus.
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Economic Views
Although the topic under discussion relates to international labor law (ILO), the speech does not present specific positions on taxes, spending, or economic growth. There is insufficient data.
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Social Issues
There is not enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus centers on the ratification of international agreements, specifically relating to Draft Bill 590 (amendment of the ILO Constitution). The speaker is the proponent of the bill, proposing to conclude the second reading and proceed to the final vote.
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