Agenda Profile: Helle-Moonika Helme
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position is strongly opposed to the European Union's Green Deal policy, deeming Estonia's 2030 target unrealistic and "madness" that will lead to economic impoverishment and a loss of competitiveness. It is also stressed that Europe cannot effectively manage both the green transition and the security transition simultaneously. The politician vigorously defends Hungary, labeling the accusations leveled by other EU countries against Hungary as "extremely hypocritical" and "absurd."
6 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the European Union's strategic challenges (the green transition, the security shift) and their economic consequences, referencing global competition and the CO2 tax. To support their positions, they rely on the opinion of "many specialists" who doubt the simultaneous implementation of these two major shifts.
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Rhetorical Style
The speech is highly critical and confrontational, employing strong ideological and emotional terms such as "madness," "to the blind/insane," and "extremely hypocritical." The opponents' sources are attacked (referencing the Prime Minister drawing knowledge from a children's magazine), and they are accused of antagonizing another member state (Hungary) from the Riigikogu podium. The style is more ideological and morally condemnatory than data-driven.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The records show participation in one Riigikogu session (2024-11-05), where the Government of the Republic’s activities in executing European Union policy were debated. Data is lacking regarding the frequency of speeches, meetings, or travel, with the exception of a reference noting presence in the faction room.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The primary targets are the government and the presenter, who are criticized for ideological blindness and hypocrisy, especially regarding their treatment of Hungary and trade connected to Russia. The attacks are intense and include personal references, such as the business activities of Kaja Kallas’s husband with Russia. The criticism is directed both at the substance of the policy (the green transition) and the procedure (the harassment of a partner country).
6 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The speaker demonstrates strong solidarity with Hungary, calling it a "good partner" and a "great nation" that has helped defend Estonian airspace. There is no information regarding cooperation between Riigikogu factions or political parties in Estonia; the focus is on defending the foreign policy ally.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is predominantly international and at the European Union level, addressing global competition, EU policies, and relations between member states. Estonia is mentioned primarily in a negative context, specifically regarding the setting of unrealistic green transition goals. The Carpathians are mentioned in the context of the ongoing squabble between Hungary and Ukraine.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
The speaker is economically skeptical of the green transition, arguing that it leads to resource depletion, the impoverishment of the population, and increased economic dependence. He stresses that fossil fuels are inherently cheap, and Europe only makes them expensive through an ideological CO2 tax, which damages global competitiveness.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
The speaker supports Hungary’s socio-political course, commending the country for daring to swim against the current regarding both immigration and demographic issues. This points to strong opposition to immigration and support for measures designed to boost population growth.
6 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The focus lies in criticizing the government’s implementation of European Union policy and challenging the establishment of strategic priorities. There is no information available regarding specific bills, amendments, or initiatives that the speaker personally supports or is actively pursuing.
6 Speeches Analyzed