Agenda Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
Debate on Foreign Policy as an Issue of Significant National Importance, initiated by the Foreign Affairs Committee
2024-02-13
15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political platform is strongly anti-government, focusing on economic incompetence and domestic policy failures that have driven the Estonian economy into the worst state within the European Union. Regarding foreign policy, emphasis is placed on an active and robust role in supporting Ukraine, spearheading the integration of smaller nations (Georgia, Moldova), and the necessity of a national reboot. The overall framework is primarily results-oriented, criticizing the government's activities as posing a security risk.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise across cybersecurity, e-governance, and the digital economy, stressing the necessity of increasing investment in strengthening digital infrastructure. Specific attention is drawn to the issue of global corporate taxation (the Digital Tax), supported by statistical comparisons of budgets between nations and major corporations. Furthermore, the speaker exhibits knowledge regarding the European and transatlantic integration processes of small states.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is urgent, critical, and occasionally combative, particularly concerning the government's inaction and incompetence. It employs sharp contrasts (the 'Estonian success story' versus 'making Estonia smaller') and appeals to both logical arguments (the drop in GDP, the outdated nature of the tax systems) and emotional imagery (crumbling roads, savings being consumed by inflation).
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary adversary is the current government, which faces sharp criticism for destroying the economy and concealing domestic political failures amid the war in Ukraine. This criticism targets both specific political decisions (such as closing consulates and increasing the number of civil servants) and general incompetence, which has been labeled a serious security risk. No willingness to compromise with the government is expressed; instead, there is a demand for a complete state reboot, starting from a blank slate.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker highlighted Estonia’s role as a leader and facilitator on the international stage, specifically in mobilizing international support for Ukraine and developing innovative tax solutions. The objective is to be an active initiator in tackling global challenges. There is, however, no information available regarding domestic inter-party cooperation or a willingness to compromise.
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Regional Focus
The focus is heavily international, centering on Russia’s aggression and the support of small states (Ukraine, Georgia, Moldova) on their path toward European and transatlantic integration. Domestic issues are addressed at a general level (crumbling roads, rural schools, electricity), without any specific regional emphasis.
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Economic Views
The economic views are reform-minded, calling for a fundamental rethinking of the economy and a national reboot. They support investments in technology, education, and science to maintain competitiveness. The speaker is a strong advocate for creating a fair and effective global tax system that shifts the tax burden onto large corporations (Digital Tax).
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Social Issues
Social problems are addressed as the direct consequences of economic incompetence, specifically citing the closure of rural schools and the evaporation of residents' savings due to record inflation. The sustainability of social benefits is viewed as being guaranteed through a new tax system tailored for the digital age.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is directed toward launching strategic initiatives, particularly the development and implementation of innovative tax solutions for the digital age. Emphasis is also placed on strengthening cyber defense and digital infrastructure, assisting Ukraine in resisting cyberattacks. The speaker views themselves primarily as the initiator and driver of the political course.
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