Agenda Profile: Ester Karuse
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)
2024-06-11
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political position is strongly value-based, focusing on supporting Georgia's democratic, pro-European future and protecting European values. The speaker expresses strong concern and criticism regarding the Georgian government, which has significantly reneged on the promises made to the European Union. Estonia’s role is viewed as that of a long-standing friend and ally of Georgia, whose duty it is to draw attention to these problems.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the long-term history of relations between Estonia and Georgia (dating back to 2004 and the 2008 aggression), as well as EU integration processes. This expertise encompasses EU-funded reforms, the visa-free regime, and the procedures for granting candidate country status. Furthermore, knowledge is shown concerning the handling of sanctions and decisions at the level of the Council of the European Union.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, serious, and concerned, emphasizing Estonia's historical role in supporting Georgia. A balanced approach is employed, combining factual background (agreements, funding) with emotional support for the "brave Georgian people." The speech is structured around a logical argument that highlights the abandonment of commitments.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main criticism is directed against Georgia's current government, which is accused of backing away from agreements and European values. The criticism is intense and focuses on the failure to uphold values and fulfill promises, calling into question the future of Georgia's accession process.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasized the successful cooperation on the draft Riigikogu statement, noting that the three amendments proposed by the Social Democrats were taken into consideration. This demonstrates a willingness to compromise and a commitment to creating a text that is both consensual and substantive.
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Regional Focus
The focus is heavily placed on international relations and foreign policy, specifically concentrating on the developments between Georgia and the European Union. Estonia's role is viewed as a friend and ally to Georgia on the international stage, where there is a need to draw attention to issues concerning democracy.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The treatment of social issues is limited to supporting rule of law and civil society reforms in Georgia, which is linked to the protection of broader European values. It is emphasized that the EU funds reforms in Georgia pertaining to the rule of law and civil society.
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is on supporting the Riigikogu statement ("On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia") and improving its content through amendments. A significant achievement was the acceptance of three amendments concerning the determination of the future of sanctions and negotiations at the level of the Council of the European Union.
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