Session Profile: Ester Karuse
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.
2024-06-11
Political Position
The political position centers on strong support for Georgia’s aspirations to join the European Union and NATO, underscoring Estonia’s long-standing friendship and strategic partnership. This stance is value-based, expressing concern over the Georgian government’s deviation from European values and the principles of the rule of law. The speaker stresses that it is Estonia’s duty to defend European values and to draw attention to the issues concerning the Georgian government.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise on foreign policy and European Union enlargement issues, referencing specific historical dates (Estonia's support since 2004, the 2008 aggression) and the support provided to Georgia by the EU. Particular emphasis is placed on knowledge regarding the handling of sanctions and decisions concerning the future of accession negotiations 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 role as a friend and ally of Georgia. The speaker balances historical context and logical arguments (referencing agreements and reforms) with emotional support for the "brave Georgian people."
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed against Georgia's current government, which is accused of significantly backtracking on agreements and commitments made to the European Union. This opposition is value-based, as the actions of the Georgian government call into question the country's process of accession to the European Union.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasized the successful cooperation, highlighting that the Social Democrats put forward three amendments to the statement, all of which were taken into account. This demonstrates the ability to influence the legislative process and achieve consensus on crucial details.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strongly international, centering on Georgia as a crucial and strategic partner, and on its pro-European aspirations. Estonia's role in supporting Georgia on its path toward the European Union and NATO is highlighted.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The focus on social themes is linked to democratic principles and values, such as the rule of law and supporting civil society. These values are deemed critical for Georgia's European Union accession process and the protection of its democratic future.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the adoption of the Riigikogu statement concerning the situation in Georgia, the objective of which is to express concern regarding the latest developments. A significant achievement is the successful introduction of three amendments pertaining to the handling of sanctions at the level of the EU Council.
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