Session Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-02-20
Political Position
The most important topic is the war in Ukraine and the systematic deportation of Ukrainian children, which is being treated as a clear war crime. The political stance is strongly value-based, demanding the resolute condemnation of the actions of Russia and Belarus. Emphasis is placed on the need to increase Estonia's contribution, both through foreign policy pressure and concrete aid activities, to ensure the safe return of the children.
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Topic Expertise
The analysis focuses on international pressure and the consolidation of allies in support of Ukraine, highlighting Estonia's role in this process. It also demonstrates an awareness of the psychological impact of the war on children, stressing the necessity for psychological assistance for children living both in Ukraine and Estonia. Specific technical data or statistics are not utilized in the presentation; the emphasis remains on moral and political arguments.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is serious, emotional, and forceful, highlighting the tragedy of war and the suffering of children. A moral appeal is employed, labeling the deportations as a war crime and stressing that war must not be allowed to become routine. The address is formal and directed towards colleagues, underscoring the significance of every step along this long path.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary adversaries are Russia and Belarus, whose actions involving the systematic deportation of Ukrainian children are condemned as a clear war crime. The condemnation is absolute and resolute, demanding the immediate cessation of these activities and the release of the children. The criticism is directed at the action-based aggression perpetrated by these states.
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Collaboration Style
The need for a joint and resolute condemnation in the Riigikogu chamber is emphasized, and all states are called upon for international cooperation to bring the children home. Estonia's role in consolidating allies is highlighted, referencing a foreign policy oriented toward cooperation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is primarily international (the war in Ukraine, Russian aggression), emphasizing Estonia's role among the allies. Domestically, the national and local levels are addressed concerning the psychological situation of children who have arrived from Ukraine and are now attending Estonian schools and kindergartens.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The main social issue is the welfare and psychological health of children affected by the war, covering those residing both in Ukraine and in Estonia. A greater contribution is required from the state, local governments, schools, and citizens toward providing psychological assistance to children who have come from Ukraine. It is emphasized that the children's situation is psychologically very difficult.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu adopting a specific declaration that condemns the actions of Russia and Belarus and calls for international cooperation. The Speaker is a strong supporter of this initiative, considering it a small but very necessary step.
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