Session Profile: Rene Kokk
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
2024-09-09
Political Position
The political position centers on strong opposition to the state’s plan to stop compensating farmers for damages caused by geese. The speaker stresses that the ministry’s budget savings (€300k–€400k) are negligible compared to the farmers’ losses, which amount to hundreds of thousands or millions of euros. This stance is clearly aimed at protecting farmers’ interests and demands that the situation be rectified, given that, from the farmers’ point of view, the situation has deteriorated.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in agricultural policy and compensation for environmental damage, using specific financial data and technical terminology. They are aware of the previous maximum compensation amount (3,200 euros per enterprise) and the ministry's savings objective. Furthermore, they refer to a specific mitigation measure—deterrent hunting—and its insufficient scope.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and procedural, beginning with greetings ("Dear Minister! Esteemed members of the Riigikogu!"). The speaker relies on logical arguments, contrasting the ministry's minor savings with the significant economic damage suffered by farmers. The tone is concerned and demanding, emphasizing the necessity of receiving answers to the six questions posed in the inquiry.
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Activity Patterns
The pattern of action demonstrates persistence and consistency, as the speaker kept the inquiry, which was submitted nearly a year ago (on October 9), on the agenda despite changes in ministers. This indicates a commitment to pursuing a specific issue over the long term and holding the government accountable.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is primarily aimed at the Ministry of Climate and former Climate Minister Kristen Michal, who is being criticized for the political decision to cease compensation for damage caused by geese. The criticism is policy-driven, focusing on the negative impact of the ministry's actions on farmers' economies.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is institutional, confined to submitting an interpellation and demanding positions and answers from the new climate minister. There is no data regarding inter-party cooperation or a willingness to compromise.
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Regional Focus
The regional focus is clearly directed at the problems faced by Estonian farmers and the agricultural sector regarding damage caused by geese. This highlights concerns regarding the economic viability of rural entrepreneurs.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives advocate for state intervention and the payment of compensation to agricultural enterprises to mitigate losses caused by natural events. The speaker prioritizes the protection of farmers' economic interests, positioning this stance against the government's push for budgetary austerity.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on processing the existing inquiry and holding the government accountable regarding the termination of compensation for damage caused by geese. The objective is to compel the minister to provide answers and assess the evolving situation, in order to find a solution for mitigating farmers' losses.
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