By Plenary Sessions: Mait Klaassen

The style is formal and analytical, beginning with polite addresses to the chairman and the rapporteur. The speaker's tone is serious and calls for deeper consideration of the topic ("Let's now think about this a little more seriously"). Logical argumentation is employed, expanding the scope of the issue in the form of a question, in order to achieve political clarity.

The rhetorical style is formal and interrogative, directed straight to the Minister or Vice-Chairman to obtain clarification. An analytical approach is employed to highlight a potential operational threat and inconsistency (the "gift" of a potentially dangerous vessel to neighbors).