Agenda Profile: Kalev Stoicescu
Second reading of the draft resolution (486 OE) of the Riigikogu regarding the extension of the term of use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling Estonia's international obligations in a post-conflict peacekeeping operation in Lebanon, Israel, Egypt, Jordan, and Syria.
2024-12-04
15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting
Political Position
The political stance is firmly focused on supporting international solidarity and collective defense, emphasizing that Estonia must act as a responsible state. He/She criticizes the mentality of only wanting to receive aid from allies without contributing itself to crisis regions elsewhere. He/She considers the most shocking element to be the nine parliament members who voted against Bill 485, which concerned Estonia's contribution to NATO collective defense.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates authority in the field of national defense and international missions, appearing as the Chairman and rapporteur of the National Defense Committee. He is an expert in explaining the nature and necessity of international cooperation and knows that the titles of the missions (e.g., in Lebanon) are historical and assigned by the UN. He is able to distinguish between the objectives of collective defense (NATO) and peacekeeping (Mozambique, Lebanon) missions.
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Rhetorical Style
The speech begins with an ironic reference to a laughter workshop, but quickly shifts to a serious, frustrated, and emotional tone, expressing the wish "to actually cry." The speaker employs powerful value-based appeals (solidarity, the survival of Estonia) and rhetorical questions to convey indignation at the opponents' repetitive questioning. The style is at times confrontational, accusing the adversaries of having "deaf ears."
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active both within the Riigikogu chamber and outside of it, mentioning that they participated in a morning laughter workshop and conducted an interview with Anna Pihli. Their work pattern involves repeatedly and consistently clarifying the same national defense issues in both the committee and the plenary hall, noting that this has been done dozens of times.
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Opposition Stance
The primary opponents are the nine Riigikogu members who voted against Estonia’s collective defense (Bill 485), a move he deems a shocking and dangerous vote against the very survival of Estonia. He also criticizes those who repeatedly pose the same questions regarding the mission titles, suggesting they are unwilling to accept the explanations provided. The criticism is intensely value-driven and intense.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker emphasizes the practical nature of international cooperation and solidarity, which arises from soldiers participating in joint operations. He points to cooperation with allies (the British, French, and Americans) in Estonia, as well as the involvement of Estonian soldiers alongside allies elsewhere. He also mentions the desire of the Defence Forces and the Ministry of Defence to continue the mission in Mozambique.
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Regional Focus
The focus is heavily on international crisis regions and Estonia's role in collective defense. He specifically mentions Southern Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Lebanon, Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, and Mozambique. It is emphasized that the defense of the Estonian state relies on contributing outside the country's borders.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is on the draft resolutions (Bills 486 OE and 485 OE) concerning the extension of the mandate for the use of the Defence Forces, which address the fulfillment of Estonia's international obligations. He is a strong proponent and rapporteur for these bills, emphasizing in particular the importance of Bill 485 from the perspective of NATO collective defense.
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