Session Profile: Arvo Aller
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-03-20
Political Position
The political focus is on the relationship between international law and domestic law, especially concerning the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention. The speaker is moderately skeptical, calling for concrete examples and cases that would prove that ratifying the protocol would solve a real problem in Estonia. This stance is aimed at assessing the justification and effectiveness of the policy ("what problem are we solving").
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in international law, particularly in the area of UN conventions and optional protocols, showing knowledge of the principle of exhaustion of domestic remedies. He/She is aware of the status of Estonia and Latvia as non-aligned states and mentions the context of Estonian e-elections.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, analytical, and interrogative, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and the presenters. The speaker focuses on logical appeals, repeatedly demanding specific examples and evidence regarding which people, currently left without assistance, the protocol would actually help.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
The records indicate active participation in the plenary session, as two questions concerning international protocol were posed on the same day to both the rapporteur and the representative of the commission.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
There is no direct opposition or criticism aimed at specific opponents. The criticism is instead directed at the lack of justification and evidence base for the policy, since examples are being demanded that would justify the joining.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
The collaborative style is open and procedural, respectfully engaging with the presenters and acknowledging the broader discussion that took place in the committee. The aim is to gain clarity and additional information, not to be confrontational.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Regional Focus
The focus is on the international level (UN) and regional comparison, highlighting the similar status of Estonia and Latvia as states not party to the convention. Separately, an inquiry is made regarding Latvia's steps toward acceding to the Optional Protocol.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
There is not enough data.
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Social Issues
A key social issue is citizens' access to international legal remedies and the protection of human rights, particularly in situations where domestic avenues have been exhausted. The context of e-voting is also mentioned, although the position regarding it remains vague.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on processing the accession to the international Optional Protocol. The speaker is acting as a critical questioner regarding the initiative, requiring a clear definition of the problem and examples before supporting the accession.
2 Speeches Analyzed