Session Profile: Marko Mihkelson
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting
2024-10-16
Political Position
The political focus is strongly value-based, centering on the recognition of acts of genocide and international accountability. The speaker offers extremely strong support for the draft statement, considering it the minimum Estonia can do to establish the legal framework necessary for punishing the perpetrators of these crimes. It is emphasized that impunity must not be allowed to triumph, thereby linking past crimes with the ongoing war of aggression in Ukraine.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the Estonian parliament's historical decisions regarding the recognition of genocide, referencing the Riigikogu's previous actions concerning the Holodomor and the 2022 war crimes. Emphasis is placed on establishing a legal framework and the issue of international accountability, thereby linking legislative action with international diplomacy.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, serious, and persuasive, emphasizing the moral and historical significance of the action. Value-based appeals to justice and accountability are employed, such as, "Impunity must not culminate in victory." The speaker urges colleagues to demonstrate unity and cast their vote in favor.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker refers to active international parliamentary activity, mentioning the upcoming visit of Ruslan Stefanchuk, the Chairman of the Ukrainian Parliament, and the Riga Parliamentary Summit of the Crimea Platform. This demonstrates involvement in ongoing international diplomacy.
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Opposition Stance
The main opposing force is Russia, which is described as the initiator of a war of aggression and the perpetrator of crimes against the Ukrainian people. Criticism is aimed at the impunity of those who committed historical and current crimes, demanding genuine accountability.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes the strong unity and cooperation demonstrated during the preparation of the statement, specifically highlighting Mati Raidma’s leadership. The style is consensual and supportive, calling upon all colleagues to jointly endorse the statement and thereby set an example for other parliaments.
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Regional Focus
The focus is distinctly international, centering on the fate of Ukraine, Russia's aggression, and cooperation with the parliaments of European and other partner countries. The Riga summit is also mentioned, which highlights the attention given to the Baltic region's role in international politics.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The issues of human rights and historical justice are addressed, recognizing the crime committed against a specific people as an act of genocide. This is connected to both past crimes (the Holodomor) and current crimes (the War in Ukraine), underscoring a moral obligation.
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is supporting the draft resolution that recognizes the crime as genocide. The speaker is a strong proponent of the initiative, stressing the importance of this step in establishing the legal framework and setting an international example.
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