Agenda Profile: Riina Solman
Values-based policy
2024-12-04
15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing
Political Position
Strong opposition to the government's foreign policy shift, particularly concerning UN votes, which, in the speaker's estimation, have betrayed traditional allies and jeopardized Estonia's security interests. The political position is framed as a demand for value-based politics, criticizing the government's double standards and the lack of accountability in the management of state-owned enterprises.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
Demonstrates detailed knowledge of the Middle East conflict, referencing specific locations (a ghost town, a Druze city, 80,000 evacuees) and casualty figures. It also shows expertise in the management of state-owned enterprises and financial matters (Eesti Energia derivative transactions, the role of the Minister of Finance at the general meeting).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Rhetorical Style
The tone is accusatory, urgent, and confrontational, using strong emotional appeals (such as displaying a football with children's names on it) to amplify the political message. The style is direct and demands clear answers, also including procedural complaints regarding interference from other ministers.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Activity Patterns
Highlights a recent trip to the Middle East conflict zone (Israel’s northern border) to gather firsthand information. An active questioner in the Riigikogu, focusing on the connections between government actions and value-based politics.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Opposition Stance
The opposition is targeting the government as a whole, the Minister of Foreign Affairs (over the UN votes), and the Ministers of Finance (Keit Pentus-Rosimannus, Mart Võrklaev) for their lack of accountability in the Eesti Energia derivatives scandal. The criticism is intense, accusing the government of a shift in values and unethical conduct (threatening a criminal investigation).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Collaboration Style
Not enough data
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Regional Focus
Strong international focus on the Middle East crisis (Israel/Hezbollah) and Estonia's foreign policy conduct at the UN. The national focus is directed toward the management problems of the state-owned company (Eesti Energia).
3 Speeches Analyzed
Economic Views
Critical of the state's role as owner—demanding dividends and threatening company executives with criminal investigation—while the political leadership (Ministers of Finance) evades accountability. It focuses on issues of responsibility and ethics in the financial management of state-owned enterprises.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Social Issues
Raises the question of the security of the Estonian Jewish community, directly linking it to the government’s foreign policy choices and security interests.
3 Speeches Analyzed
Legislative Focus
The focus is on holding the government accountable and clarifying the political direction during the Riigikogu session, rather than directly initiating legislation. The work of the special committee regarding the Eesti Energia case is mentioned.
3 Speeches Analyzed