Agenda Profile: Urmas Kruuse
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy
2024-11-05
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Political Position
The most crucial issue is the level and criteria for distributing the European Union’s direct agricultural payments. The speaker strongly backs a support scheme geared towards competitiveness and views the risk of the scheme becoming more socially oriented as quite dangerous for Estonian farmers. This position is policy-focused, highlighting the necessity of securing a strong standing for Estonian producers in EU negotiations.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding EU agricultural policy and support schemes, citing specific statistics (approximately 84% of the European average). They clearly differentiate between aid based on business competitiveness and social subsidies, emphasizing the technical complexity of the issue. Furthermore, they are aware of the Prime Minister's role in the final determination of the proportions of these subsidies.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, addressing both the chair of the session and the Prime Minister with deference. References are used to an external event (an agricultural conference) and circulating rumors, in order to pose a specific, political question. The tone is concerned, yet measured, focusing on a logical argument concerning the protection of the competitiveness of Estonian farmers.
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Activity Patterns
The text refers to the events and viewpoints highlighted at last week's agricultural conference. There is no information available regarding other presentations or activities.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism targets a potential policy change (the move toward making subsidies more socially focused), which is seen as a threat to Estonian farmers. The Prime Minister is treated as the key player, expected to take a clear stance and assume responsibility during the negotiations.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker begins by acknowledging the Prime Minister's earlier position regarding the continuation of direct payments ("that is worthy of respect"). Cooperation is being sought to achieve political clarity and defend a unified position during the EU negotiations.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on protecting the competitiveness of the Estonian agricultural sector within the framework of European Union policy. National interest (Estonia's) is emphasized during international negotiations.
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Economic Views
Supports an economic model based on the competitiveness and strength of businesses, rather than social assistance. It advocates for increasing and maintaining direct agricultural subsidies to ensure the sector's strong position.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on the implementation of European Union policy and negotiations, particularly concerning the determination of allocations for agricultural direct payments. This involves monitoring the government's activities within the context of executing EU policy.
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