By Plenary Sessions: Andre Hanimägi

The economic perspectives emphasize the importance of fiscal discipline and the necessity of grasping the long-term implications of sovereign debt. The speaker highlights the contrast between personal debt (where the concept of repayment is clearly understood) and national debt, hinting at concern over irresponsible spending practices.

Economic perspectives focus on the impact of the land tax, emphasizing that the pain caused by tax increases stems from the state’s long-term failure to conduct valuations. In the energy sector, he/she advocates for strategic planning based on analyses and studies to ensure the proper functioning and soundness of the energy system.

Economic perspectives support national strategic investments in infrastructure aimed at boosting competitiveness. They also emphasize the need to reduce regulatory restrictions that impede the development of entrepreneurship, particularly the defense industry. This demonstrates support for targeted state intervention and improving the overall business environment.

Economic standpoints are linked to the funding of the social sector, supporting the allocation of additional resources (15% extra funding) for the adjustment of service price components, including wages. He/She emphasizes the need to ensure the economic viability of service providers and resolve the staff shortage problem through adequate compensation.

Preference is given to regulating the financial sector and utilizing state intervention mechanisms (such as a social account and a financial ombudsman) to protect consumers and socially vulnerable individuals. It is emphasized that the due diligence obligation of financial institutions must not lead to the economic exclusion of people, thereby supporting regulation that ensures social stability.

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There is no data available regarding economic positions (taxation, expenditures, trade).