Agenda Profile: Peeter Ernits
First reading of the Draft Act (692 SE) on the Ratification of the Convention between the Republic of Estonia and the Sultanate of Oman for the Avoidance of Double Taxation with respect to Taxes on Income and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion, and the Protocol thereto
2025-10-06
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
Political Position
The political position is one of inquiry and skepticism regarding the government's priorities when concluding double taxation avoidance agreements. The focus is directed towards the justification and effectiveness of the policy, specifically questioning why Oman was chosen and what the logic of that selection is. The stance is moderately critical, calling into question the rationality of these choices, especially considering the significant commercial imbalance.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of trade statistics, citing specific export (1.42 million) and import (12 million) figures with Oman, and noting peat as the main export item. He is also aware of international media coverage (Bloomberg) and previous similar agreements (Botswana), which indicates a certain expertise in the field of fiscal agreements.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is questioning, persistent, and slightly skeptical, posing repetitive and pointed questions regarding the rationale behind the choices ("Why exactly this choice?"). Logical arguments and data (trade statistics) are employed, while simultaneously expressing surprise that the topic is important to Bloomberg, but seemingly irrelevant to the government.
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Activity Patterns
There is not enough data.
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Opposition Stance
The criticism targets the selection rationale employed by the Minister of Finance and the government, particularly concerning the alleged assertion that these contracts are insignificant. The objection is both procedural and political, centering on the lack of justification for these choices and questioning why Oman is being prioritized over large nations with whom no agreement has yet been reached.
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Collaboration Style
There is too little data.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly international, covering bilateral fiscal agreements (Oman, Botswana) and Estonia's position in the global context. Mention is also made of a trade imbalance with Oman, where Estonia's primary export is peat.
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Economic Views
The economic perspectives focus on international trade and the rationality of fiscal agreements. The speaker emphasizes the need for well-justified economic choices, highlighting a significant trade imbalance with Oman and questioning the actual economic importance of the agreement.
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Social Issues
There isn't enough data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the draft Act (692 SE) concerning the ratification of the agreement for the avoidance of double taxation with Oman. The speaker actively participates in the bill’s proceedings, posing questions regarding the selection and priority of the agreement, thereby acting more in the role of a questioner than an initiator or supporter.
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