Agenda Profile: Enn Eesmaa
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"
2024-09-11
Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session
Political Position
The main focus is on regional defense cooperation and exploring ideas for establishing a new Nordic army, which have been prompted by international meetings. The political stance is strongly directed toward strengthening security through new organizational structures. Emphasis is placed on the growth of Iceland’s defense resolve and the necessity of understanding the security situation in Ukraine and the Baltic states.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of international security architecture, citing Iceland's special status (a founding member of NATO, non-EU) and its lack of an army. Comparative data is utilized, mentioning Iceland's top ranking in the Global Peace Index. The expertise is also evident in the precise referencing of recent diplomatic meetings and the actions of the Danish counterpart, Poulsen.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, structured, and interrogative, beginning with the general context before the specific policy question is presented to the minister. Fact-based references and diplomatic details are utilized to lend substance to the concept of the Nordic Army. The tone is serious and centered on strategic policy development.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker recently participated in an international meeting where they represented the Riigikogu, which indicates active involvement in foreign and defense policy diplomacy. This pattern of activity encompasses mediating international proposals and requesting information about them from the executive power.
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
Our cooperative approach is open to international initiatives, highlighting the proposal by our Icelandic colleagues to create a Nordic army. This demonstrates a willingness to facilitate and examine the defense policy ideas of other nations. The speaker is actively engaged in gathering information from international partners.
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Regional Focus
A strong regional focus is placed on the Nordic countries (Iceland, Denmark) and the security environment of the Baltic states. International cooperation and regional defense initiatives are emphasized, linking them directly to the situation in Ukraine.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on strategic defense policy and international initiatives, such as the idea of establishing a Nordic army, rather than on specific legislative bills. The speaker acts as an information gatherer and inquirer, directing the executive branch's attention toward new opportunities for defense cooperation.
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