Agenda Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.
2025-02-12
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political stance is strongly oppositional, focusing on the inconsistencies in the government's actions and its lack of accountability. The speaker sharply criticizes the allocation of 100 million euros to the Narva gas plant, deeming it a waste of taxpayer money, and demands that the truth be brought to light regarding the Nordica scandal. The position is primarily performance-based, casting doubt on the government's ability to deliver on its promises regarding affordable electricity prices and energy independence.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of energy policy and market dynamics, citing the rise in natural gas prices (reaching a two-year high) and the subsequent effect on electricity prices. Expert opinions are referenced concerning the scarcity of gas reserves and the potential for activating coal-fired power stations. Furthermore, the Nordica case is addressed in detail, underscoring the necessity of investigating the associated circumstances.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, direct, and sharply critical, leveling accusations against the Prime Minister for avoiding responsibility and blaming predecessors. Logical appeals are employed, referencing specific sums of money and market data, along with rhetorical questions designed to cast doubt on the government's decisions ("Why do you prefer to waste taxpayer money...?").
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary opponent is Prime Minister Kristen Michal and the Reform Party-led government, who are being criticized for political decisions (the funding of the Narva gas plant) and for avoiding responsibility (the Nordica saga). The criticism is intense, focusing on the controversial nature of the government's actions and the poor allocation of taxpayer money. The speaker demands that the Prime Minister solve the problem instead of blaming his predecessors.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker clearly supports the draft resolution put forward by the EKRE faction to establish a Riigikogu investigative committee to look into the circumstances surrounding Nordica. This demonstrates a willingness to cooperate with opposition partners on issues concerning government accountability and demanding transparency.
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Regional Focus
The focus is national (Eesti Energia, Nordica) and international (imported energy, European gas reserves). There are no specific regional interests or local projects, apart from the mention of the Narva gas plant as the location for a national energy project.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal responsibility and the prudent use of taxpayer money, opposing the allocation of 100 million euros to the Narva gas plant. The stated objectives are an affordable electricity price and reducing reliance on imported fossil fuels, while simultaneously criticizing government activities that fail to support these goals.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is aimed at parliamentary oversight and demanding accountability. The speaker supports the establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica's activities, emphasizing the need to bring the truth to light.
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