Agenda Profile: Henn Põlluaas
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"
2025-09-09
15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political stance is heavily centered on defense policy, advocating for the swift development of landmine capabilities after exiting the Ottawa Convention. The speaker considers the withdrawal from the convention a "commendable, correct, and justified decision" and criticizes the prevailing silence within the Ministry of Defense's purview regarding the necessary action plan. The focus is results-based, requiring the rapid execution of strategic decisions.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of defense by referencing specific international treaties and the armament policies of neighboring countries (Poland, Lithuania, Finland). This expertise centers on military necessity, highlighting the conflict in Ukraine as proof of the necessity of landmines. Technical questions are raised regarding the intentions for production, procurement, and deployment.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is direct, interrogative, and critical, expressing concern over the Ministry of Defence's inaction. The tone is urgent and demands transparency, utilizing logical appeals (referencing the actions of neighboring countries and the needs of Ukraine). Sharp questions are employed to demand accountability and clarity.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
Criticism is directed at the Ministry of Defense, which is accused of inaction and delaying the implementation of the "Estonia 2035" strategy concerning the issue of landmines. The disagreement centers on policy and procedure, emphasizing that a correct decision made previously has been left without an action plan.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker highlights the cooperation between Lithuania and Finland in the production of landmines and asks whether Estonia plans to cooperate with anyone as well. There is no direct information regarding the speaker's own willingness to cooperate with political opponents.
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Regional Focus
The focus is international and regional, concentrating on defense cooperation and armaments policy among the Baltic and Nordic countries (Poland, Lithuania, Finland). The political necessity for landmines is directly justified by the events in Ukraine.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The main focus is on implementing the country's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035," within the area of government of the Ministry of Defence. The speaker demands clarity regarding the strategic decisions concerning the production, procurement, and use of landmines resulting from the withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention.
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