Agenda Profile: Arvo Aller

Prime Minister's Visits

2024-06-05

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Political Position
The political position heavily focuses on the transparency and accountability surrounding the Prime Minister's activities and international visits. The speaker criticizes the value of secret meetings (Bilderberg) and demands clarification on whether the Prime Minister attended as an official representative or a private citizen. The focus is on procedural and results-based criticism, calling into question the legitimacy of the government's actions when tangible results are absent.

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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge regarding the functioning and history of the Bilderberg Group, citing Wikipedia, the Chatham House Rule, and the group's reputation as an "implementer of the new world order." He/She is up to date on current security and foreign policy issues, speculating about discussions that involve the theft of buoys, hybrid attacks, and relations with Georgia.

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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is critical and insistent, demanding a direct answer regarding the status of the Prime Minister's participation through repetitive questioning. Speculative elements are utilized (e.g., discussion topics at Bilderberg), and reference is made to the Prime Minister's previous reluctance to appear before the Riigikogu. The tone is formal, but includes sharp procedural criticism.

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Activity Patterns
The speaker is actively participating in the Riigikogu information session, utilizing this platform to request information regarding the Prime Minister's visits and activities. They emphasize the necessity of receiving answers before the conclusion of the sitting weeks, referencing the PM's recent visit to Spain (May 30 – June 2).

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Opposition Stance
The primary criticism is directed at the Prime Minister (Kaja Kallas) due to the lack of transparency regarding her international visits, and at the substitute minister (Margus Tsahkna) for evading answers. The criticism is procedural, emphasizing the lack of information and the government's avoidance of accountability. The Prime Minister is also criticized for her alleged desire to avoid appearing before the Riigikogu.

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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on international events (the Bilderberg meeting in Spain) and their impact on Estonia's national security. The broader regional context is also mentioned, referring to hybrid attacks in Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland, and the theft of buoys.

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Economic Views
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Social Issues
There is mention of a potential discussion concerning the European Union's foreign agents law, which would affect third sector organizations, namely non-profit associations.

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Legislative Focus
Legislative focus is absent; the emphasis is on Parliament’s oversight function and the demand for transparency in government activities. The speaker calls for better procedural notification directed towards the Riigikogu Speaker and members concerning the Prime Minister’s visits.

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