By Plenary Sessions: Mart Helme

Economic views are critical of the current government, which is accused of destroying the economy and increasing the national debt burden. There is opposition to insanely expensive and unreasonable projects (RB) that generate debt, while simultaneously supporting sensible investment in domestic infrastructure and the oil shale energy sector.

The speaker strongly emphasizes the preservation of competitiveness and economic growth, contrasting this with regulations that they believe will lead to economic collapse. Climate policy is seen as a direct threat to the Estonian economy, destroying its competitive edge.

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Economic views are centered on resolving the agricultural crisis, demanding emergency financial support and intervention from the government. Emphasis is placed on the need to maintain food security and employment in rural areas, while simultaneously criticizing the balance of state expenditures (Ukraine and the defense industry versus rural life).

The economic views presented are highly critical of the government, emphasizing its incompetence in planning the financing of major projects (such as the eastern border and the Kapo headquarters) and healthcare. Strong distrust is also expressed regarding the billion-dollar profits of pharmaceutical companies and the scientific research they commission, with the clear implication that "money talks."

Economic views are tied to the effectiveness of defense spending; high defense spending (5% of GDP) is supported, but there is a demand that this money translates into actual defense capabilities. Emphasis is placed on the need to avoid corruption in public procurements, referencing the removal of funds from the border construction project to prevent theft. It is also mentioned that the people "grumble themselves poor," pointing to broader economic dissatisfaction.

Economic perspectives emphasize the need to protect local production from unfair international competition and counterfeit goods. Market regulation and oversight are supported to ensure fair competition and safeguard domestic business interests.

The speaker is fiercely opposed to the tax hikes, arguing that the proposed car tax will undermine the competitiveness of Estonian businesses and damage the overall tax environment. The severity of Estonia's economic crisis is stressed, citing data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). A concrete proposal has been put forward to immediately redirect 2.8 billion euros, currently earmarked for wind farms, toward strengthening Estonia's defense capabilities.