By Months: Marko Mihkelson
Total Months: 6
Fully Profiled: 6
10.2024
2 Speeches
The focus is predominantly international, centering on the fate of the Crimean Tatars, the war in Ukraine, and Russian aggression. Mention is made of the historical forced deportation to Central Asian territories and the upcoming Crimea Platform summit in Riga. Estonian domestic or local regional issues are not addressed.
06.2024
3 Speeches
The focus is on national legislation (the Foreign Service Act) and the international context, comparing Estonia's foreign service with that of other European countries. There is no reference whatsoever to local or regional issues within Estonia.
05.2024
4 Speeches
The focus is clearly international, centering on Russia's aggression in Ukraine, the reaction of the Western world (including the EU, USA, Belgium, Czechia), and the principles of international law. The speaker stresses Estonia's role in setting an international precedent.
03.2024
1 Speeches
The regional focus is aimed at the national level (strengthening the foreign service) and international representation. Local or regional issues are missing.
02.2024
9 Speeches
The focus is heavily centered on international and regional security, particularly the war in Ukraine and the transatlantic space. The pivotal significance of the accession of Northern Europe (Finland, Sweden) to NATO is emphasized. Attention is also paid to relations with Asia, mentioning visits to Taiwan and planned visits to Japan and South Korea.
01.2024
1 Speeches
The focus is on international relations and Estonia's representation in the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe. There is no reference whatsoever to local or regional Estonian issues.