By Years: Andre Hanimägi

A strong focus on regional policy, criticizing the tax reform and the concentration of free basic education in Tallinn, which exacerbates inequality with rural areas (e.g., Valga, Southeast Estonia). It highlights the issue of housing affordability in Tallinn and Tartu. It supports the autonomy of local municipalities (for instance, in regulating micromobility devices), but demands that the state take responsibility for ensuring balanced development.

The speaker’s focus is predominantly on national and international issues (Ukraine, Georgia, EU directives). He/She addresses regional issues within an economic context, emphasizing the need to improve the availability of loans and the development of entrepreneurship in rural areas. He/She also mentions Ida-Viru County and Southeast Estonia in relation to the challenges of regional policy and job creation.