Session Profile: Kalev Stoicescu
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-06-04
Political Position
The political platform is heavily focused on national defense and security. The most critical issue is withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, a stance that is firmly supported, citing Russia’s full-scale war of aggression in Ukraine and the deteriorating security environment. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of ensuring the Defense Forces have flexibility in selecting weapon systems to defend Estonia "by all means from the very first moment of aggression."
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of national defense and legislative procedure, addressing detailed procedural steps and deadlines. Technical terms such as "depositary" are employed, and references are made to specific sections of law and international conventions. This expertise is focused on the analysis of security threats and justifying the necessity of anti-personnel mines in securing the eastern border.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, factual, and procedural, focusing on presenting the facts of the legislative process. The tone is serious and emphasizes the urgency of the security situation, justifying the decision with logical arguments. The conclusion presents a direct and intense appeal to the members of the Riigikogu to unanimously support the draft bill.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker's action pattern involves active participation in the work of the National Defence Committee, citing specific session dates (May 12, June 2) and adherence to procedural deadlines. This pattern demonstrates a focus on steering the legislative process and maintaining schedules as a representative of the responsible committee.
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Opposition Stance
No domestic opponent or political grouping is criticized. The opposition is directed at an external threat—Russia's full-scale war of aggression, which demands the strengthening of national defense.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is consensual, both domestically and internationally. The National Defence Committee made all procedural decisions by consensus. Strong regional coordination with Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Finland is emphasized during the process of withdrawing from the convention, with the aim of jointly informing the participating states.
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Regional Focus
The focus is strongly international and regional, addressing the security situation stemming from Russia’s aggression in Ukraine. Regionally, emphasis is placed on the joint activities of the Baltic states, Poland, and Finland, and nationally, on the importance of fortifying Estonia’s eastern border.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is currently on the draft bill concerning withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention, which bans the use of anti-personnel landmines. The speaker is a staunch proponent of the bill and a representative of the lead committee, who is overseeing the procedure and proposing that the final vote be held during the second reading.
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