Agenda Profile: Kristo Enn Vaga
Draft law amending the Emergency Situations Act (589 SE) – first reading
2025-03-25
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is one of strong support for the draft amendment to the Emergency Situation Act (589 SE), which aims to ensure the continuity of vital services and mitigate the risk of disruptions. The focus is on a political solution that mandates two technologically distinct communication options for data located in a foreign country. This stance is centered on policy and risk management, emphasizing the securing of service continuity.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of national defense, cybersecurity, and the regulation of vital services. They use specific terminology, referencing the requirement to ensure connectivity through at least two technologically distinct electronic communication services. Furthermore, they demonstrate knowledge of legislative procedure, having served as the rapporteur for the National Defense Committee.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is official, procedural, and neutral, fitting the role of the committee rapporteur in the Riigikogu. The speaker relies on logical arguments and facts (such as committee sessions and the objective of the law) and refrains from emotional appeals. They are prepared to answer questions and acknowledge the limits of their knowledge regarding specific details, promising to provide the necessary data later.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity demonstrates active participation in the work of the National Defence Committee, including the March 20 session where the draft legislation was discussed. The speaker's role is to convey the committee's consensus position to the Riigikogu plenary session, having been appointed as the rapporteur.
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Opposition Stance
Not enough data.
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Collaboration Style
The mode of cooperation was consensual and supportive, as the speaker was representing the National Defence Committee's unanimous decision (reached by consensus) to back the general principles of the draft legislation. Collaboration took place with the bill's initiator (Minister of Justice and Digital Affairs Liisa-Ly Pakosta), as well as representatives from the Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs and the Government Office.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (Estonia's critical services) and the international context concerning the location of data and equipment in foreign countries. The objective is to ensure that Estonian services remain operational even in the event of foreign disruptions.
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Economic Views
Not enough data.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft amendment to the Emergency Situation Act (589 SE), which aims to enhance the security and continuity of vital services. The speaker is a strong proponent of the bill and the procedural rapporteur, proposing to conclude the first reading and setting the deadline for submitting amendments at 10 working days.
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