Session Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting
2025-02-11
Political Position
The political stance is strongly oppositional, focusing on the accountability of the government (specifically the Foreign Minister and the Prime Minister). The speaker demands clarity in foreign policy (regarding the legitimacy of the Georgian government) and actively supports the initiative for a vote of no confidence against the Prime Minister. They maintain focus on the government’s performance and democratic values, while criticizing the stigmatization of voters.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates interest in foreign policy (specifically the question of the legitimacy of the Georgian government) and Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) procedures, particularly regarding motions of no confidence and the protocol for responding to questions. The expertise is more political and procedural rather than data-driven, but there is an existing awareness of the internal power dynamics within the parliament (evidenced by the reference to Lehtme's votes).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The style is sharp, critical, and hostile, particularly toward the foreign minister, who is accused of avoiding a direct response and engaging in undemocratic behavior. Direct yes-no questions and strong emotional appeals are employed while defending voters against being labeled.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The pattern of activity shows active participation in the plenary session, posing three questions or interventions within a short period. The focus is on directly questioning members of the government and steering the parliamentary agenda.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The main opponents are the Foreign Minister and the Prime Minister, against whom a motion of no confidence is being supported. The Foreign Minister is being sharply criticized both for political ambiguity (regarding Georgia) and for undemocratic rhetoric (specifically, calling voters criminals). The attacks are intense and are aimed at undermining the stability of the government.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The style of collaboration is pragmatic and opposition-focused, supporting the initiative of a fellow colleague (Peeter Tali) to hold a no-confidence vote against the prime minister, even though the initiator's electoral base is unconventional. The objective of this cooperation is to hold the government accountable.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on national issues (government stability, democratic norms) and international topics, seeking clarification regarding the legitimacy of the Georgian government. Local or regional issues are absent.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Insufficient data.
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Social Issues
Instead of social issues, the focus is on democratic principles and the protection of voters' rights. The speaker strongly opposes the Foreign Minister calling 2,000 Estonian residents criminals, deeming it inappropriate in a democratic state.
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Legislative Focus
The main focus is on holding the government accountable, and there is support for the initiative to launch a vote of no confidence against the Prime Minister. Furthermore, explanations are being sought regarding the negotiations and procedures connected to the no-confidence motion, which demonstrates an interest in how Parliament operates.
3 Speeches Analyzed