By Agendas: Martin Helme

Total Agendas: 225

Fully Profiled: 225

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2025-10-15
Security

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

There is not enough data.
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2025-10-15
Border Infrastructure, the Saatse Boot, and the Protection Zone

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

Not enough data
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2025-10-15
The Prime Minister's Plan and Statements at the European Council (Climate Targets, Migration)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

Economic views are indirect, focusing on the need to protect Estonian interests and secure more favorable conditions or quotas within the EU. This suggests opposition to potentially costly regulations that could burden the Estonian economy. Accountability for public funds is also stressed, calling into question the justification of the prime minister's salary.
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2025-10-15
The situation in the country

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The economic outlook has focused on sharp criticism of the government’s economic policy, which has led to a prolonged recession (13 quarters). The speaker stresses that the current “improvement” is merely a return to previous levels, and prioritizes restoring the financial well-being of the Estonian people.
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2025-10-15
On the topic of ERM

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

Economic views center on the responsible use of taxpayer money, strongly opposing state funding (9 million euros annually) for culture deemed obscene and degenerate. It is emphasized that the government should not be funding perversions with taxpayer money.
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2025-10-08
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Planning Act and Other Related Acts (683 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Economic views are implicitly expressed through strong opposition to wind energy projects, which are often characterized as corrupt, expensive, and environmentally damaging. This suggests skepticism towards large infrastructure projects imposed by the government, especially when they encroach upon local interests.
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2025-10-08
A Better Protected Estonia

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Information Hour

The economic views are presented as criticism aimed at the Reform Party, accusing them of failing to keep the economy, taxation, and budget on track (having "completely ruined it"). Specific economic policy positions are not presented, but the necessity of fiscal discipline and economic competence is emphasized.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Economic views strongly emphasize the necessity of fiscal discipline and a balanced budget, contrasting sharply with the current 4.5% deficit. The speaker opposes financing current expenditures (salaries, benefits) with borrowed money and criticizes leaving debts to subsequent generations, advocating for a responsible budgetary policy.
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2025-09-25
Political statement by Prime Minister Kristen Michal regarding the transfer of the draft State Budget Act 2026

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives are strongly opposed to the rapid growth of government debt and all proposed tax hikes (VAT, excise duties, income tax, and the car tax). The government’s tax policy is criticized as regressive, arguing that it takes from the poor and gives to the rich (the upper income deciles). There is also criticism regarding the siphoning of funds to wind farm entrepreneurs and the defense industry.
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2025-09-24
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The speaker is a fierce opponent of the government's tax policy, which he believes constitutes a regressive redistribution of income, shifting wealth from the poor to the rich. He sharply criticizes the funding of current expenditures with borrowed money, calling this the credo of the Reform Party's fiscal policy and deeming it unsustainable.
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2025-09-24
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

Economic opinion is strongly opposed to the current tax cuts, which primarily benefit the wealthiest income deciles, thereby creating a regressive redistribution of income. The speaker sharply criticized the financing of current expenditures with borrowed funds (€2 billion), deeming this practice unsustainable and contradictory to the promised goal of balancing the budget.
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2025-09-24
State finances

15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, press briefing

The speaker is a strong proponent of fiscal discipline and budget balance, sharply criticizing the record increase in expenditures and the heavy debt burden (including the planned 2 billion in additional borrowing). He opposes the government's policies, which, in his view, have crippled Estonian business due to their energy and tax policies. He supports moving towards budget equilibrium, standing against the planned 4.5% deficit.
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2025-09-22
Inquiry regarding a naval operation (no. 784) that failed and ended with the risk of military confrontation.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Strong opposition to the government's tax policy, criticizing the hikes in VAT, income tax, car tax, excise duties, and land tax. The text sharply criticizes the earning of "blood money" (referencing Stark Logistics) and claims that the government is unwilling or unable to give up profits derived from Russia-related business. Regarding defense spending (5% of GDP), there is a clear implication of potential theft or corruption.
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2025-09-17
Re-examination of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA) Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting.

Insufficient data.
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2025-09-17
In light of the security drone incident and related questions

Fifteenth Riigikogu, sixth sitting, press briefing.

Insufficient data.
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2025-09-15
Inquiry Regarding Latvian Red Beetles in Estonia (no. 796)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly emphasizes that the fragmentation of administrative jurisdictions and the inefficient culling of game are causing direct economic damage. This indicates a desire to protect economic interests and minimize costs associated with deficiencies in environmental or wildlife management.
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2025-09-15
An inquiry regarding the hindrance of development in the defence industry (no 783)

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary sitting

The economic perspectives center on the strict control of public finances and the fight against wasteful spending, particularly within the context of the defense budget. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of preventing money from vanishing into a "black hole," and there is a demand for financial discipline and transparency.
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2025-09-11
Draft law amending the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (639 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Economic views are limited to directly linking residence registration with the local government budget, as this determines where an individual's income tax is allocated. This connection is an important argument when regulating the residence requirement.
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2025-09-10
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Social Minister Karmen Joller, submitted by 21 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives focus on the criticism of state finances, particularly the deepening deficit in the healthcare budget and the depletion of reserves. Opposition is voiced to serving the interests of private medicine, where private clinics enrich themselves by siphoning off taxpayer money.
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2025-09-10
Taxes

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax hikes, criticizing the government for the economic destruction it has caused and the resulting flight of foreign investment. While the budget deficit is a concern, the current growth in revenue is considered unnatural (driven by inflation and one-off extractions). They support abolishing the car tax and oppose the continuation of the "tax festival."
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2025-09-10
The suitability of the acting Minister of Defence for their position.

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

Economic views are tied to controlling state spending. The speaker supports fiscal discipline and making costs sensible in public construction projects, contrasting this with the "runaway costs" of the previous Reform Party government.
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2025-09-10
Situation in National Defence

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

The economic views are articulated through sharp criticism concerning the management of defense expenditures, accusing the government of reckless squandering of funds, fraud, and total disarray. They are challenging the narrative (or "myth") of 5% defense spending, demanding strict fiscal accountability and transparency in the utilization of billions of euros.
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2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

Insufficient data
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2025-09-09
The Minister of Defence's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, plenary session.

Economic arguments focus on criticizing the management of the national defense budget (5% of GDP), claiming that hundreds of millions of euros have been misspent due to incompetence and corruption. The lack of fiscal discipline is emphasized, along with the Reform Party's previous lie concerning tax increases.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker is a strong advocate for tax cuts, initiating a bill to abolish the car tax and demanding that income tax and VAT be lowered back to their previous levels. He sharply criticizes the government's tax hikes (fuel, electricity, gas, gambling) and demands transparency in state finances, particularly regarding the expense compensations received by high-ranking officials. Furthermore, an investigative committee is being demanded to ascertain the economic damages and management errors at Nordica.
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2025-06-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Justice and Digital Minister Liisa-Ly Pakostale, submitted by 42 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic positions are presented in the context of corruption and the wasting of state money, citing Lehtme's fraud and the COVID testing procurement as examples of impunity. An analysis of the economic benefit regarding the prisoner project is demanded, but a broader economic program is not put forward.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic positions are strongly opposed to tax hikes and regulations. Government policies (taxation, regulation, and energy policy) are viewed as destructive to the economy, having led to the impoverishment of the population and driving the economy into the ground. They oppose making temporary tax increases permanent and demand genuine tax relief.
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2025-06-11
Swedish Prisoners

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing.

The economic viewpoints are directed at criticizing government spending, especially regarding corruption in the green transition and LGBT expenditures. Generating revenue through the importation of criminals is rejected as an immoral and "completely worthless" activity. The speaker does not consider the additional hiring in the public sector (prison guards) to be a method for jump-starting the Estonian economy.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry regarding the impacts and regulations of wind energy development in Estonia (no 749)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

Economic views are expressed with deep suspicion, linking the continuation of wind energy development to a sum of 2.6 billion euros and corruption. Public interest and health are prioritized over large financial interests.
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2025-06-02
Inquiry Regarding the Pihlakodu Case and the Prosecutor's Office Activities (no 748)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

There is insufficient data on economic views.
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2025-05-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (596 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

Strongly supports tax cuts (VAT, excise duties), viewing them as the primary mechanism for boosting economic growth and improving tax collection, arguing that such cuts increase both purchasing power and wages. The text emphasizes the role of free market competition in driving down prices and explicitly rejects the government's stance that corporations are holding too much cash. Emotionally, VAT is considered one of the "nastiest taxes."
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2025-05-21
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (597 SE) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker is a strong proponent of tax cuts, stressing that raising taxes worsens people's situation and drains money from the economy. He supports the proposal to stop discussing the corporate profits tax, suggesting that the fear of such a tax is currently keeping corporate income tax revenues high. These positions generally lean toward favoring an economic environment with a lower tax burden.
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2025-05-21
War and Peace

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing.

No data available.
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2025-05-19
Inquiry regarding labor productivity, Estonia's competitiveness, and cheap labor (no. 742)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session.

The speaker is vehemently opposed to importing cheap labor, asserting that this practice suppresses the wages of Estonian residents, diminishes purchasing power, and undermines job security. Businesses are viewed as entities seeking cheaper production inputs because other costs (such as electricity and taxes) cannot be reduced. The preferred approach is a policy that guarantees rising wage levels and stable employment for the Estonian population.
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2025-05-14
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-05-14
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Proposal to the Republic's Government to submit an application to the European Commission for the exemption of energy production companies from the obligation to purchase CO2 quotas" (619 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Economic views are strongly anti-regulation, particularly concerning CO2 fines, which are seen as driving the economy into bankruptcy and impoverishing the populace. They advocate for the immediate termination of the mandatory purchase of CO2 quotas to protect people’s finances and the overall economy. Climate policy is primarily viewed as a mechanism for wealth extraction.
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2025-05-14
Reconsideration of the Act Amending the Act on Churches and Religious Communities (570 UA), Not Proclaimed by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives are presented in a negative context, accusing the government of planning to seize people's money in addition to stripping them of their freedoms. This indicates opposition to the government's actions, which harm citizens' economic interests and involve a violation of the constitution.
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2025-05-12
Request for information regarding population register entries (no. 754)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting.

Economic perspectives are confined to opposition to the car tax, which is cited as a negative example of government policy, referring to it as a measure unpopular with voters.
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2025-05-08
Draft Law on Declaring the Security Tax Act Invalid (595 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Strong opposition to tax increases that hinder GDP growth and fuel inflation, worsening people's financial situation. It favors lowering taxes to leave people with more money and supports financing large-scale national defense procurements through loans, not tax hikes. It criticizes government spending on "corrupt wasteful projects" such as Rail Baltic and the subsidizing of wind farms.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and the Value Added Tax Act (594 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic views strongly advocate for tax cuts, based on the belief that lowering excise duties and VAT will boost the competitiveness and revenues of Estonian businesses. It is stressed that these tax reductions are self-financing through increased consumption and higher VAT collection, citing the diesel excise cut as an example, which successfully brought consumption back into Estonia. The speaker sharply criticizes tax hikes, asserting that they fail to generate the promised budgetary revenue and are detrimental to the economy.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (555 SE) - third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic perspective strongly opposes increasing taxes and burdening consumers, particularly when the funds are used to subsidize inefficient renewable energy projects. It is stressed that the state has extracted "massive amounts of money" from taxpayers to achieve ideological objectives, and they are resisting the imposition of a new charge on electricity bills.
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2025-05-07
Sending Estonian Defence Forces to Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

There is insufficient data.
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2025-05-07
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

Insufficient data.
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2025-05-07
Bringing in foreign labor

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The speaker advocates for economic growth achieved through increased productivity, rather than relying on cheap labor. He/She supports a strict wage requirement as the sole criterion that will force low-productivity businesses out of the market and develop the Estonian economy. The interests of local workers are prioritized over the business interests of low-productivity firms.
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2025-05-07
Sending Estonian soldiers to Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

There is not enough data.
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2025-04-24
Debate on the nationally significant issue "The Drawbacks of Wind Power," initiated by the faction of the Estonian Conservative People's Party.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic viewpoints are strongly opposed to the taxation of CO2 and the subsidizing of green projects (3 billion euros and 100 million in annual subsidies), which is viewed as corrupt money distribution. There are fears that the current policy will lead to the world's highest electricity prices. Nuclear energy is preferred, while simultaneously opposing the concurrent development of wind and gas power plants.
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2025-04-23
Government renovation

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The speaker supports lowering taxes but criticizes the government for its inability to implement the measure quickly. He is strongly opposed to increasing the state budget deficit, which results from the combined effect of the promised tax cuts and the significant boost in national defense spending. This highlights a concern regarding fiscal discipline, leading to accusations that the government is violating core right-wing principles.
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2025-04-23
Socialism in a right-wing government

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The speaker opposes the government's tax hikes and sharply criticizes the economic situation, where inflation continues to outpace wage growth, thereby reducing purchasing power. They strongly support a solidarity-based social security contribution system and oppose the new doctrine requiring wealthier individuals to pay separately for healthcare in addition to their standard social tax contributions.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is insufficient data.
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2025-04-17
Draft Law Amending the Value Added Tax Act (593 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views are strongly fiscally conservative, advocating for tax cuts to keep money in the hands of the people, which supports their self-reliance. The speaker is critical of government spending, arguing that the negative impact of the budget is overdramatized compared to where funds are being carelessly "chucked around" elsewhere.
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2025-04-09
The first reading of the draft resolution (569 OE) of the Riigikogu, "Proposal to the Government of the Republic to temporarily suspend the processing of all planning procedures related to wind farms, with a deferral until the establishment of an up-to-date methodology for infrasound measurements and the setting of limit values for sound pressure levels."

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Highly critical of the use of state subsidies for the construction of wind farms, which is viewed as a corrupt scheme. It is claimed that billions are being funneled through subsidies to "green charlatans" and a small clique of businessmen who are making enormous profits at the expense of the public good.
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2025-04-09
Draft law amending the Income Tax Act (566 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

Strongly supports the redistribution of wealth through an extraordinary bank tax in order to protect the middle class and working people. It opposes widespread tax hikes (VAT, income tax, excise duties) and cuts to public services, arguing that the money should be taken from banks, not from the pockets of ordinary people. It expresses skepticism about the collapse of the economy if banks' profits are taxed.
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2025-04-09
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session

The economic platform is heavily geared toward criticizing large state expenditures (such as Rail Baltic and wind farms), arguing that these projects cause the budget to strain. They support easing the tax burden and are in favor of repealing the car tax. Furthermore, they see a need to protect the financial situation of large families and people living in rural areas.
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2025-04-08
Draft law on declaring the Motor Vehicle Tax Act invalid (592 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic outlook strongly favors tax cuts and the elimination of taxes altogether, backing a fiscal policy aimed at reducing the national tax burden. The preference is clearly for abolishing taxes instead of implementing new ones.
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2025-04-08
Draft law amending the Securities Market Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (588 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
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2025-03-27
Board elections of the Riigikogu

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-03-26
Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

The economic views expressed involve criticism of government spending, particularly in the defense sector. The speaker opposes channeling taxpayer money to foreign countries (armored vehicles for Moldova) and accuses the government of corruptly funneling funds to the domestic defense industry (Milrem), arguing that this does not enhance Estonia's security.
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2025-03-26
The Selection of Ministers

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

It strongly supports tax cuts, particularly the income tax starting from the first euro earned and the abolition of the corporate profit tax, emphasizing that this leaves people with more money in their hands. At the same time, it sharply opposes other tax hikes implemented by the government (VAT, excises, land tax, car tax), criticizing the administration for the overall increase in the tax burden.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There are no economic considerations, apart from a brief reference to the labor needs of strawberry growers, which is used as a rhetorical comparison regarding the workforce in the media sector.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry Regarding the Impact of Car Tax on Families with Children (No. 705)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic views expressed are fiscally critical, opposing tax increases which, according to the speaker, have led to the tax burden rising relative to GDP (from 33% to 36%). He/She criticizes the government's assumption that tax hikes can spur economic growth, noting that this runs contrary to economic theory.
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2025-03-13
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to assess the risks associated with modified mRNA COVID-19 vaccines" (557 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Economic views center on sharp criticism regarding the enormous profits amassed by vaccine manufacturers and the politicians and officials connected to them. It is alleged that solving the pandemic was actually a source of "wild, wild money," which the "medical mafia" raked in for themselves by exploiting the manipulation of people.
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2025-03-12
National Heritage Fund and Raw Materials Supply Security Partnership

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The economic views focus on protecting national wealth and natural resources, standing firmly against their sell-off and corrupt distribution. There is criticism regarding the allocation of 2.6 billion to the "wind turbine guys." In principle, the creation of a sovereign wealth fund, following Norway's example, is supported, but it is stressed that the current government cannot be trusted to manage it.
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2025-03-12
Ensuring Estonia's security

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

The speaker strongly opposes tax increases and criticizes the allocation of funds for wind turbines, referring to it as an impractical activity. These economic decisions (tax increases, funding for wind turbines) are treated as unnecessary measures pushed through by the government using fear.
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2025-02-27
A written request from 21 members of the Riigikogu expressing a vote of no confidence in Climate Minister Yoko Alender.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The prevailing economic views are strongly opposed to large state subsidies (2.6 billion euros), which are seen as a corrupt scheme that takes money from consumers and taxpayers and hands it over to selected businessmen. They advocate for lower taxes and cheaper electricity, while sharply criticizing the squandering of state funds and the millions vanishing into a "money pit."
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2025-02-26
Draft law amending the Hunting Act (567 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The politician expresses concern regarding the economic protection of the agricultural sector (beekeeping) against damage caused by wild animals. He is attempting, through legislation, to clarify the extent of the damage caused by bears, which points to a desire to regulate the situation and protect producers.
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2025-02-25
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2025-02-12
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Kristen Michal, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax hikes and government spending, especially green energy subsidies, which lead to an outrageous total cost for society. The budget crisis and the poor state of the economy are viewed as the result of the government's incompetent and bungling management. There is criticism regarding the handing out of money to "pals" through corruption, which stands in direct opposition to fiscal discipline.
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2025-02-12
Freedom of Belief and Security

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

There are no economic positions; economic topics are addressed solely as examples of corruption (cold storage facilities and the Ministry of Education's testing procurements), which opponents have tolerated to emphasize their immorality.
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2025-02-12
Damage to Allied Relations by Ministers

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The economic arguments concern the transparency of state finances, stressing that, as an opposition MP, access to tax data is normal and necessary. They also indirectly referenced the importance of foreign funding (USAID), which is causing "anguish" among the Social Democrats.
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2025-02-11
A debate on foreign policy initiated as a matter of significant national importance by the Foreign Affairs Committee.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2025-01-30
Draft law amending § 5 of the Act on the Election of Municipal Councils (530 SE) – First Reading

Fifteenth Estonian Parliament, fifth session, plenary session.

There is too little data.
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2025-01-29
The situation in the country.

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

The economic views stress cost control and opposition to billion-dollar subsidies, as well as high fees and taxes that burden consumers. The speaker supports the production of cheap electricity using existing infrastructure (oil shale) whose capital costs have been written off. He sharply criticizes policies that increase costs for both corporate and household consumers, accusing the government of concealing and manipulating costs.
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2025-01-29
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal responsibility and are strongly opposed to extensive state subsidies, especially when those subsidies are financed by broad-based tax hikes (VAT, excise duties, car tax) and budget cuts. The speaker stresses that the total cost to society is excessive and will lead the country into bankruptcy, making electricity generation the most expensive in the world.
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2025-01-27
Inquiry regarding elementary school textbooks (no. 672)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is not enough data. The discussions focus exclusively on procedural and social/educational issues.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic views are strongly opposed to general tax increases (VAT, income tax), arguing that these disproportionately affect the poorest segment of society. They favor a solidarity contribution levied on the wealthier population and foreign companies, advocating for an extraordinary bank tax. The government's actions are criticized due to inept public finance management, continuous borrowing, and the resulting growth of the national debt.
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2024-12-11
War and Peace

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The economic perspective addresses the ethical use of public sector funding, specifically criticizing a situation where the national defense industry—which ideally should be private sector—is largely sustained by public money. This raises concerns regarding the movement of state funds and potential conflicts of interest among high-ranking officials.
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2024-12-09
Inquiry regarding phosphate mining plans (no. 664)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

The economic views emphasize the protection of strategic mineral resources and opposition to their potential alienation or uncontrolled extraction. Strong skepticism is expressed toward foreign business interests (oligarchs), which suggests a protectionist stance regarding national assets.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic views are strongly opposed to the excise duty increases, as these are predicted to be detrimental and will reduce state revenues. The speaker criticizes the government's fiscal policy, which repeats mistakes and causes damage.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu concerning "The use of the Defence Forces in fulfilling the Republic of Estonia's international obligations as part of the United Kingdom's joint expeditionary force" (483 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives focus on the efficient use of national defense expenditures, opposing foreign missions that are deemed wasteful. Criticism is leveled at tax hikes (VAT, income tax, security tax) which are collected to promote national defense but are subsequently spent on "adventuring around the world." Strict fiscal discipline is demanded concerning defense spending.
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2024-12-04
Offshore wind farms

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker strongly opposes government regulations (stricter environmental standards, new fees) that prevent the state-owned company from operating effectively in the market and reduce the value of its assets. The priority is placed on energy security and preserving existing production capacity, while criticizing the government's actions for distorting the market and driving Eesti Energia into bankruptcy.
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2024-12-03
First reading of the draft resolution "Increasing the Republic of Estonia's participation in the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development" (542 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is vehemently opposed to the government’s tax hike policy, specifically listing increases in car tax, VAT, excise duties, income tax, national defense tax, and land tax. He sharply criticizes the allocation of 4 million euros to the EBRD, claiming it constitutes a genuine expenditure, regardless of the government’s assertions regarding the budgetary status of the financial transaction. He supports domestic austerity measures but criticizes cuts in the social sector and education.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

There is not enough data.
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2024-11-20
Amendment of the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

Insufficient data
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2024-11-13
Second reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session.

His economic views are firmly opposed to tax hikes and government spending, which he believes deepen the recession and destroy Estonia's competitiveness. He advocates for fiscal responsibility, citing the balanced budgets drafted during his time in government (2019/2020). He sharply criticizes inflation, arguing that it has impoverished people because increases in wages and pensions have failed to compensate for the rise in prices.
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2024-11-13
Statements by the Defence Forces Commander regarding the war reaching Estonia.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

There is not enough data.
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2024-11-13
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

There is no information available regarding economic views (taxes, spending, trade).
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2024-11-13
Government action plan in light of the results of the US presidential election

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

Not enough data.
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2024-11-13
Regional policy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

Economic arguments support maintaining and increasing regional investments in infrastructure (roads, rail, bus, and ferry transport) and oppose funding reductions in these areas. The speaker is against centralizing decision-making authority and the distribution of funds at the government level.
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2024-11-13
Breathing Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The economic views are indirect, expressing concern over plans for the destruction of infrastructure (warehouses, ports, and factories), which points to potential economic damage. No direct positions regarding taxes, trade, or regulation are presented.
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2024-11-11
Draft law amending the Act on Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation (459 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Economic positions emphasize fiscal responsibility and the setting of priorities in government funding. The speaker opposes using taxpayer money to fund abortions when vital healthcare services are simultaneously underfunded. The core issue is about making choices and ensuring the efficient use of funds.
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2024-10-23
A written request for a vote of no confidence in Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi, submitted by 29 members of the Riigikogu.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives are highly critical of the tax increases, which, according to the speakers, damage the competitiveness of businesses and reduce people's purchasing power, thereby deepening the economic downturn. They criticize the budget preparation, arguing it is based on faulty and excessively optimistic assumptions. The government is being accused of running the nation's economy into the ground, despite their supposed expertise.
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2024-10-23
Minister of the Interior's political statement on internal security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-10-23
Supporting Ukraine

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

There is not enough data.
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2024-10-23
Ministers' deceit

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The economic outlook is critical, blaming the government for the economic downturn and financial problems. The speaker accuses the government of evading responsibility for the poor state of the economy.
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2024-10-21
Inquiry Regarding Tax Increases (No. 647)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax increases, considering them the primary cause of recession, bankruptcies, and hardship, rather than a "minor detail." A change in the state's tax, energy, and fiscal policy is demanded, as the current policy has driven Estonia into the worst economic situation in Europe. Criticism is aimed at the government's actions, which have raised all taxes, invented new taxes, and increased fees and fines dozens of times over.
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2024-10-21
Request for Information Regarding Prison Space Rental (no. 645)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker is vehemently opposed to the requirement that state functions (specifically incarceration) must be profitable, stressing that the state is inherently a cost that must be subsidized. He considers the economic benefit derived from renting out prison capacity negligible, demanding instead that the accompanying substantial, quantifiable societal damages be taken into account.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Act on the Government of the Republic and amending other laws thereof (505 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

No data available.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic arguments stress the priority of social benefits and oppose cuts affecting the poorest citizens, especially given that these cuts are relatively minor in budgetary terms (18 million). Critics denounce the government’s tax hikes (200 million) and demand that the state prioritize supporting its own children and elderly over foreign aid and NGO funding. These cuts are viewed as an ideological policy of family hatred, rather than a genuine fiscal necessity.
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2024-10-10
Draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE) – second reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth sitting, plenary session.

Not enough data.
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2024-10-09
Draft law (496 SE) for amending the Social Welfare Act and the Act Regulating the Provision of Health Care Services (regarding the provision of independent nursing care in 24-hour special care services) - First Reading

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth Session, Plenary Session.

The economic perspectives center on budget transparency and criticize the shifting of hidden costs, a practice that reduces the financing available for special welfare services which are already underfunded. There is support for the financial stability of service providers, and clarity is demanded regarding the separation of state budget funds and Health Insurance Fund resources.
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2024-10-09
Phosphorite mining

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

Economically, the processing of mineral resources (such as oil shale) is supported as a principle. However, the phosphorite project led by the Reform Party is considered financially detrimental because it would result in significant financial losses and is associated with the risk of corruption.
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2024-10-09
Mass immigration of labor

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The economic arguments are sharply focused against low-wage labor, which is seen as shifting societal wealth from employees to employers—in other words, to capital. The speaker emphasizes that this enriches capital while simultaneously impoverishing workers.
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2024-10-09
About Market Economy in Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

The text strongly advocates for a market economy and opposes excessive state intervention, subsidization, and high taxation, especially regarding the oil shale industry. It sharply criticizes the volume of the state budget, which redistributes over half of the GDP, seeing in this the threat of socialist redistribution and a cause of economic recession. Entrepreneurs are viewed as the bedrock of the economy, rather than a suspicious element.
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2024-10-07
Inquiry regarding road construction and four-lane roads (no 408)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives strongly support increasing state investments in infrastructure, demanding a greater allocation of revenue collected from fuel excise duties towards road construction and maintenance. Budgetary policy is criticized for having led, due to inflation, to the underfunding of the road maintenance program and consequently, the hindering of economic growth. Specific budgetary provision is demanded for the next major construction segments.
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2024-10-07
Inquiry Regarding Via Baltica (No. 234)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The economic perspective centers on the necessity of securing state funding for major strategic infrastructure projects. The speaker is demanding clarity from the government regarding where the funding will be sourced for the construction of the missing 57 kilometers, stressing the responsibility of the national budget.
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2024-09-26
Prime Minister Kaja Kallas's political statement regarding the submission of the draft law on the 2025 state budget.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The economic views are strongly opposed to tax increases and state borrowing, emphasizing that a tax policy hostile to entrepreneurs and the public will not allow prosperity to grow. It supports fiscal discipline but criticizes the government's chosen areas for cuts (education, culture, pensions) and opposes the ideological funding of the green transition. The state budget deficit is also criticized, which persists despite the tax increases and cuts.
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2024-09-25
Draft law (469 SE) for the ratification of the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Convention No. 190 concerning the elimination of violence and harassment in the world of work – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

Although the debate concerns the International Labour Organization convention, the speaker completely ignores the economic or labor-related aspects. The focus is exclusively on the convention's socio-ideological content. Not enough data.
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2024-09-25
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Economic views are strongly inclined towards fiscal discipline, opposing the government's uncontrolled borrowing and demanding real cuts. The speaker emphasizes that current policy is sinking the economy, not fostering its growth.
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2024-09-25
About the Estonian economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The economic stance is strongly opposed to tax hikes and large-scale state borrowing, criticizing government expenditures as ineffective counter-cyclical measures. They prefer using existing reserves (such as the buffers held by the Unemployment Insurance Fund) to stimulate the economy, rather than taking out loans. They oppose green energy policies that result in higher electricity prices.
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2024-09-25
Security

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Only the car tax is mentioned in terms of economic views, cited as an example of a policy forcefully pushed through by the Reform Party. This indicates opposition to that specific tax liability, but broader standpoints on spending or fiscal discipline are absent.
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2024-09-24
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Funded Pensions Act and Other Acts (464 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

Economic views emphasize the need for economic growth and sharply criticize the current recession, which has driven ordinary people into poverty. Support is given to the earlier measure that granted financial freedom (the release of the Second Pillar funds), and the livelihood challenges faced by minimum wage earners are highlighted.
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2024-09-23
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Annul the Decision of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Regarding the Closure of the Consulate General of the Republic of Estonia in New York" (328 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The economic perspective criticizes the government's spending priorities, deeming the savings argument for closing the consulate general incomprehensible and irrelevant. This points to opposition to selective fiscal discipline, especially when hundreds and thousands of times more is being spent elsewhere.
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2024-09-23
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Move the Embassy of the Republic of Estonia in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem" (325 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives relate to budgetary discipline, stressing that moving the embassy's location from one city to another will not result in significant costs to the state budget. This argument is employed to demonstrate that the procedural requirement is unfounded.
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2024-09-18
Second reading of the Draft Act (359 SE) on amendments to the Law on the Organization of the Energy Economy, the Electricity Market Act, and the Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System Act

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, plenary session

Economic positions emphasize fiscal prudence and opposition to large-scale state spending on energy projects. The speaker warns that costs running into the billions will inevitably result in a terrible tax hike for the average Estonian. Transparency regarding the true costs is preferred, and there is strong opposition to expensive green transition plans.
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2024-09-18
Economic stimulus

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The economic views are strongly opposed to tax increases. Specific criticism is leveled against raising VAT, income tax, and the car tax, arguing that these measures are killing entrepreneurship. The speaker is also against targeted subsidies for large corporations (160 million euros), calling this "legalized corruption," and prefers instead to support "smart people who wisely manage their own business."
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2024-09-17
Report by the Chancellor of Justice on the compliance of legal instruments with the Constitution and the performance of other duties imposed on the Chancellor of Justice by law.

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The economic views strongly advocate for the inviolability of private property. The green transition is criticized as history’s largest wealth redistribution project and a form of neocommunist planned economy. Furthermore, the confiscation of frozen assets is strongly opposed, as it is clearly unconstitutional, regardless of political palatability.
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2024-09-16
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Act on Restrictions on the Acquisition of Immovable Property (321 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The economic views are protectionist, emphasizing the need to shield the local market from foreigners who are driving prices "up, up, up." The speaker supports regulations designed to prevent Estonian people (such as youth and farmers) from being priced out of the real estate and land markets due to market openness.
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2024-09-16
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Development of Measures for Increasing the Birth Rate" (208 OE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting.

The economic platform focuses on social spending, strongly opposing any cuts to family benefits, child allowances, and subsidies for extracurricular activities. They prioritize state investments in social infrastructure and families as a means of addressing the demographic crisis.
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2024-09-11
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Family Benefits Act (329 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

Economic arguments are strongly opposed to the suppression of labor costs resulting from immigration. Immigration is viewed as a mechanism that redistributes wealth to benefit a small ownership class at the expense of the working population. Support is given to policies that protect the incomes of the working population.
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2024-09-11
Minister of Defence's 2024 Report on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The economic views are fiscally conservative and critical of current defense spending, which is considered wasteful and potentially corrupt (dubbed "the taxpayer milking scheme"). The speaker opposes subsidizing the American military industry with Estonian taxpayer money. He demands prioritizing affordable and necessary defense assets (ammunition) instead of expensive missile systems procured in small quantities.
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2024-09-11
Constitutional Rights of Citizens

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

There is insufficient data.
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2024-09-11
Validity of the Constitution

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

Insufficient information.
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2024-09-11
The confiscation of the Lihula monument by the PPA

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

Not enough data.
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2024-09-11
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The speaker is vehemently opposed to the third round of tax increases and criticizes the government's massive overspending (1.2–1.7 billion annually), demanding stricter fiscal discipline. Particular criticism is leveled at suspicious subsidies granted to legal entities that have vanished into a "black hole," while cuts made at the expense of children, families, and healthcare are simultaneously condemned.
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2024-09-11
Rule of Law

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

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2024-09-09
Inquiry Regarding the Work of Kristina Kallas (No. 632)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The economic perspectives center on opposition to the government's tax policy, particularly the abolition of the income tax exemption for pensioners and the general increase in income tax. This demonstrates robust support for safeguarding the financial interests of retirees and opposition to fiscal policies that decrease the amount of pension they actually receive.
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2024-07-29
A written demand submitted by 23 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Infrastructure, Vladimir Svet.

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu extraordinary session.

There are no direct economic policy views presented. Economic topics are discussed solely in the context of corruption and unethical behavior, accusing the governing parties of prioritizing "power and money" and the chairman of the Reform Party of engaging in "Russian business dealings."
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2024-07-29
Third Reading of the Draft Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA)

The 15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu.

The economic views are strongly opposed to taxes, particularly new taxes, which are considered wealth-destroying and economically unsound. They advocate for a fiscal policy that protects people's well-being and prosperity, contrasting sharply with the government's tax policy, which is seen as being "part of a package with all the other taxes that are destroying Estonian life."
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker is vehemently opposed to tax hikes, arguing that raising VAT, excise duties, and income tax will worsen the economic situation, reduce tax collection, and lower the real income and purchasing power of working people. This method of achieving budget balance is regarded as ineffective and destructive to the economy.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The economic outlook strongly opposes tax increases and high energy costs, arguing that these are killing the economy and forcing businesses to shut down. The speaker stresses the necessity of supporting enterprise, rather than suffocating it with taxes and the green transition. Skepticism is expressed regarding the government's proposed support for major investments, hinting at potential favoritism.
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2024-07-15
Extraordinary Election of the Riigikogu Vice-Speakers

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Insufficient data.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The economic perspective is fiercely opposed to tax increases, arguing that they drastically undermine people's ability to cope and damage the competitiveness of businesses. It advocates achieving strict fiscal discipline through massive spending cuts, specifically by eliminating funding for the green transition, the Rail Baltic project, and support for Ukraine. The budget crisis is viewed as a crisis of expenditure, not a crisis of revenue.
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2024-06-10
Inquiry regarding Ukraine's Accession to the European Union (No. 613)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives stress fiscal prudence and the protection of national interests, demanding calculations regarding the increase in membership fees and the reduction of subsidies. There is strong opposition to the influx of cheap agricultural products, which threatens Estonian market competitiveness and creates the problem of "dumping goods."
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax increases, particularly regarding the car tax, land tax, and potential new taxes (such as the sugar tax and real estate tax), viewing them as poverty-inducing. The proposed solution for addressing the budget deficit is cutting major government spending (e.g., Rail Baltic, aid to Ukraine, green projects), rather than implementing new taxes.
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2024-06-03
The written motion for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Economic Affairs and Information Technology, Tiit Riisalo, submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary sitting.

The speaker expresses fierce opposition to Bolt’s economic model, labeling it a pyramid scheme and criticizing the "thick-headed peddlers" associated with it. He sharply condemns the use of taxpayer money to lobby for a specific company within the ministry. While acknowledging lobbying as a constitutional right, he strongly objects to it being conducted on the state payroll.
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2024-05-29
Government Spending Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

Economic views are strongly fiscally conservative, demanding that the budget deficit be covered by massive spending cuts, rather than tax increases. They are particularly opposed to Rail Baltic, viewing it as a project that will bankrupt the country, as well as the new car tax, emphasizing the need to find money by reviewing existing expenditures.
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2024-05-29
Broken promises

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The economic platform emphasizes fiscal responsibility (criticizing the 1.5 billion budget deficit) and opposes tax hikes that contradict pre-election promises. It supports social benefits, such as exempting pensions from income tax, and deems the government's attempts to plug the budget gaps (like the sugar tax) laughably inadequate. Furthermore, it criticizes the commitment to defense spending without specifying the sources of funding.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The economic views strongly oppose tax increases, criticizing the government's policy which has led to a budget deficit and the growth of public debt. They oppose the car tax, land tax, real estate tax, excise duties, VAT, and the elimination of income tax exemptions.
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2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning events in care homes (No. 571)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The speaker voiced serious concern regarding the inefficient use of state funds, criticizing workshops and competence centers as "a waste of taxpayer money." Oversight of the use of EU funds was also stressed.
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2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning the collection of data on post-abortion complications (No. 550)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

Economic perspectives are highly critical of government spending, particularly the allocation of hundreds of millions in taxpayer funds toward the ideological NGO sector. The speaker is demanding stricter budgetary discipline and accountability when funding ideological campaigns that fail to address genuine social issues.
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2024-05-27
Interpellation concerning the need for prenatal protection of the right to life of children (No. 554)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

Data is scarce.
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2024-05-14
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Language Act and the Public Transport Act (Bill 397 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2024-05-13
Interpellation regarding the suffrage of Russian citizens in Estonian local government elections during Russia's war against Ukraine (No. 624)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2024-05-08
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker is strongly opposed to tax increases, particularly concerning the property tax and the car tax, demanding confirmation that no new taxes will be introduced. He emphasizes the dire state of the country's finances, citing the IMF's assessment.
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2024-05-08
Election Promises and the Fulfillment of Agreements

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic views are staunchly supportive of fiscal discipline and economic growth, criticizing the government for raising taxes and deteriorating public finances, despite promises to the contrary. The speaker argues that it wasn't businesses, but the government, that clumsily botched the economy, pointing to the superior economic performance of neighboring countries.
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Economic perspectives focus on the poor management of the state budget within the education sector, criticizing both unspent funds and wasteful expenditures on crisis-era projects. It is stressed that the state has failed to provide local governments with sufficient funding (over 9 million euros) necessary to meet their obligations (minimum wage, differentiation, and language training for new immigrants).
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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

Economic positions are centered on safeguarding the financial well-being of pensioners, demanding the implementation of the government's promised income tax exemption for the average pension. Criticism is directed at the manipulation of fiscal policy when comparing inflation and pension increases, citing an unjust economic policy.
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2024-04-29
Interpellation concerning the state funding of elective abortions (No. 606)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-04-29
Inquiry regarding pressure exerted by the European Central Bank on the Basel Committee (No. 628)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic views strongly advocate for a market economy and strict monetary policy, standing in opposition to unrestrained money printing and the costly regulations resulting from green policies. The speaker emphasizes that green policies (such as CO2 taxes and mandatory renovations) will lead to deindustrialization, a decline in international competitiveness, and the imposition of massive costs on consumers.
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2024-04-18
Discussion of the matter of significant national importance, initiated by the Environmental Committee, titled "The necessity and possibilities of introducing nuclear energy in Estonia"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic viewpoints are strongly opposed to tax increases, arguing that they have caused the economic crisis and are reducing state revenues. They support lowering taxes to restore economic growth, a measure which would reduce the budget deficit by 600–700 million euros. They oppose extensive state budgetary spending on subsidized renewable energy and Rail Baltic (1.5 billion).
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data. Outsourcing IT development to Google, Apple, and Smartmatic is mentioned, but this is discussed only in the context of a lack of security and control, not as an economic policy position.
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2024-04-16
Third Reading of the Draft Act (351 SE) concerning the Act amending the Electricity Market Act and other Acts (Termination of Universal Service and Ensuring Security of Supply)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2024-04-15
Inquiry concerning traffic management on national roads (No. 608)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The speaker supports the economical and expedient use of state funds, criticizing the waste involved in small, yet costly solutions (such as plastic posts). Preference is given to large capital investments (four-lane roads) aimed at achieving long-term economic benefit, while also citing concern over the inefficient movement of large sums of money.
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2024-04-04
Elections of the Riigikogu Board

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Data is scarce.
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2024-04-03
Second Reading of the Bill on the Amendment of the Electronic Communications Act and the Nature Conservation Act (392 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act" (279 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic arguments are expressed in criticism of financing extensive foreign aid, which includes providing weapons, money, and even power plants to Ukraine. The speaker criticizes raising taxes specifically to fund this foreign aid, especially when it is simultaneously claimed that domestic expenditures (such as building schools) are unaffordable.
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2024-04-03
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Enhancing the Exercise of Administrative Oversight over the Prosecutor's Office" (280 OE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Not enough data
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2024-04-02
Interpellation concerning the abuse of power by the PPA (Police and Border Guard Board) in connection with the unlawful suppression of freedom of speech and expression (No. 620)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning men of mobilization age from Ukraine in Estonia (No. 619)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

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2024-04-01
Interpellation Regarding Mass Immigration (No. 617)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The only economic topic mentioned, the progressive income tax, is framed negatively—as a subject the minister is using to divert attention from the debate on immigration restrictions. No clear economic position on taxes, spending, or regulations is apparent.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation to the Government of the Republic concerning plans to increase immigration (No. 614)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic views are conservative, stressing that uncontrolled immigration is directly linked to a decline in GDP and increases the burden on the state budget. Policies are supported that would restrict immigration in order to protect the economic well-being of Estonian residents and halt the decline.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation concerning the consequences of reducing family benefits (No. 561)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic platform is geared toward maintaining and increasing social benefits, while opposing the removal of wealth from families. The speaker is vehemently opposed to the car tax and other economic measures that diminish public confidence. Criticism is also leveled at the imposition of "climate hysteria and green terror," signaling opposition to the costs associated with the green transition.
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2024-04-01
Interpellation Concerning the Undermining of the State's Foundations (No. 523)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

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2024-03-20
First Reading of the Draft Act amending the Riigikogu Election Act, the Local Government Council Election Act, and the European Parliament Election Act (292 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

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2024-03-18
Inquiry concerning the justification of the activities of the Prosecutor's Office and the Security Police Board (KaPo) (No. 528)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is no data regarding economic views.
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2024-03-18
Interpellation concerning problems related to the restriction on official actions (No. 320)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-03-13
First reading of the Draft Decision of the Riigikogu (322 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Prepare a Comprehensive National Defence Development Vision Extending up to the Year 2045 and a New Extraordinary National Defence Development Plan Deriving from It, Extending up to the Year 2034"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

Critical of the government’s massive spending, which has unbalanced the state budget under the guise of pursuing security. Opposes the idea of a security tax because the expenditures have failed to bring about significant decisions regarding capability development, stressing the necessity for spending to align with tangible results.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Increasing the Birth Rate of the Estonian People" (283 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

The speaker vehemently opposes any reduction in family financial security and the introduction of new taxes, specifically citing the car tax as an onerous burden. Their economic perspective stresses the necessity of guaranteeing adequate financial support and stability for families, standing in direct contrast to austerity measures.
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2024-03-13
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Lower the Value Added Tax on Foodstuffs and Medicines to 5 Percent" (272 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting.

Supports lowering consumption taxes (VAT, excise duties) to boost people's purchasing power and stimulate the economy. He/She opposes the government's tax hikes and income tax reform, arguing that the latter primarily favors high earners. He/She stresses that tax reductions lead to lower prices, increase turnover, and could ultimately be neutral or even positive for the state budget. He/She is also critical of the substantial costs associated with the green transition.
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2024-03-13
What was discussed with Macron

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Government of the Republic Act (276 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

No data available.
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2024-03-12
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Organization Act (Bill 289 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd plenary sitting

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2024-03-11
Interpellation Concerning the Negative Impacts of the Motor Vehicle Tax on Families with Children (No. 602)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic views strongly support property rights and personal choice, standing in opposition to state intervention via taxation. The proposed car tax is viewed as a direct assault on property and freedom of movement, and is being branded as anti-property.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning business activities originating in Estonia and related to Russia during the War in Ukraine (No. 598)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives are focused on the effectiveness of trade and regulation (sanctions). Concern is being voiced that the sanctions policy has failed to meet its objectives, given that certain sectors, such as transit, have demonstrated explosive growth. There is support for a stricter and more results-oriented economic policy directed at Russia.
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2024-03-11
Interpellation concerning Estonia's critical demographic situation (No. 597)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic platform is opposed to increasing the tax burden and removing support and benefits, especially concerning families with children. The speaker supports a fiscal policy that alleviates the burden on families and encourages higher birth rates.
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2024-03-11
Question Regarding the Financing of Cultural Buildings of National Significance (No. 600)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, plenary session

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2024-03-07
Debate on the matter of national importance, "The Future of Estonian Energy 2035," initiated by the Estonian Reform Party parliamentary group.

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third sitting, plenary session

Economic views are strongly focused on protecting consumers from higher prices, and policies that force consumers to pay more are opposed. The current energy policy is treated as "the biggest wealth redistribution scheme of all time," where money is channeled into the bank accounts of a narrow clique. They support stable and cheap energy (nuclear power, oil shale without CO2 penalties) and oppose the subsidizing of renewable energy.
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2024-03-06
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Local Government Council Election Act (290 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic outlook is limited, but it is emphasized that Estonia is one of the most generous providers of social benefits, which acts as a motivator for immigrants. It is also noted that Latvia and Lithuania have economically surpassed Estonia, pointing to the positive consequences of Latvia's stricter demographic policy.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Draft Act (379 SE) on the Amendment of the Tax Information Exchange Act, the Taxation Procedure Act, and the Income Tax Act.

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic stance is strongly pro-sovereignty, opposing international tax regulation, which results in increased bureaucracy and reduced tax revenue for Estonia. The preference is for national control over taxation and the minimal adoption of directives in order to preserve tax sovereignty. Criticism is aimed at the construction of a global economy dominated by large multinational corporations.
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2024-03-06
First reading of the Bill (359 SE) for the Act supplementing the Act on the Organization of the Energy Sector and the Act on Environmental Impact Assessment and Environmental Management System

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic views are strongly focused on protecting traditional energy production and opposing both subsidization and high taxation (CO2 penalties, excise duties). The government’s energy policy is viewed as a "wealth redistribution project" that will result in permanently higher electricity prices and an economic downturn. The objective is to achieve cheap electricity by removing regulatory burdens placed on oil shale.
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2024-03-05
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Organization of the Energy Sector Act and Other Acts (Bill 356 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic perspectives stress that green solutions will not result in cheaper energy; quite the opposite, they are more expensive. The biofuel system is criticized as an expensive sham that demands a massive sum of money, and reference is made to the necessity of funneling in 2 billion euros for investments.
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2024-03-04
Inquiry regarding the promotion of gender equality and equal treatment in private and family life (No. 268)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the impact of the motor vehicle tax (No. 610)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The economic views are strongly opposed to taxes, particularly regarding the taxation of private property and wealth, which is deemed communist. The preference is to forgo levying taxes, suggesting instead that the government should consider taxing banks. Taxation targeting specific hobbies or sports is also criticized.
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2024-03-04
Inquiry Concerning the Taxation of Residential Land (No. 527)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives support maintaining the tax exemption for residential land, indicating a desire to keep the tax burden on citizens low and protect the financial standing of households. This stance aims at safeguarding citizens' interests against a potential tax increase that would result from the abolition of the exemption.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the introduction of the vehicle tax (No. 304)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The economic views are expressed in strong opposition to new taxes that make consumer choices more expensive (by 1,000 or 2,000 euros). Emphasis is placed on the restriction of freedom of choice through taxes that force people to make more costly decisions.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation concerning the rise in the cost of living in Estonia (No. 599)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker believes the state has both the capacity and the responsibility to manage the economy, and sharply criticizes the current government for abusing that power. They stress that increases in wages and pensions have clearly lagged behind inflation (37.5%), which raises serious concerns regarding the purchasing power of the population.
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2024-02-21
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Local Government Council Election Act (166 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

No data available.
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2024-02-21
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (286 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Proponents of these economic views favor tax cuts, operating on the belief that such cuts do not diminish budget receipts but actually increase them (via value-added tax, excise duties, and labor taxes). He stresses that instead of reducing prices, producers can retain the funds and pay higher wages, which in turn improves workers' lives and boosts state tax revenues.
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2024-02-21
A campaign spreading fear of war on the streets of Tallinn

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The only economic stance is strong opposition to using taxpayer money to fund unethical information operations.
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2024-02-21
Russian Agents in Universities

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

No data available. Work visas are mentioned only in the context of migration control, not for the purpose of economic policy.
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2024-02-15
Debate on the matter of national importance initiated by the Isamaa faction, titled "Estonia in Economic Recession. What is to be done?"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The economic views strongly favor tax cuts and are aimed at restraining state budget expenditures. The speaker opposes new taxes (car tax, VAT increase) and bureaucracy, stressing that lowering taxes stimulates the economy and improves tax revenues. The government is accused of an unprecedented explosion in spending and making decisions that harm businesses.
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2024-02-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "On the Special Labeling and Sale of Insects and Insect-Containing Foods and Products" (222 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Economic views are expressed through opposition to new, global industrial interests (insect farms) and the protection of traditional foodstuffs (meat, eggs). A threat is perceived to conventional consumer choices, which are being attempted to be restricted for ideological reasons.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Income Tax Act (230 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

Economic perspectives favor targeted taxation, specifically taxing banks' record profits (150 million euros), in order to alleviate the state budget deficit. The speaker is strongly opposed to raising consumption taxes (VAT, excise duties), arguing that such increases would deepen the economic downturn, reduce purchasing power, and ultimately lead to a tax revenue shortfall.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Bill (217 SE) to Amend the Income Tax Act

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

The speaker is critical of liberal-led governments that have tightened the screws on income tax exemptions (by eliminating allowances for children and spouses). He strongly opposes the 22% income tax imposed by the current government, labeling it devastating to the economy. He supports maintaining the system of income tax exemption for donations and directing those funds to reliable organizations.
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2024-02-07
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Public Prosecutor's Office Act and the Courts Act (167 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting.

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2024-02-07
Motor Vehicle Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The economic perspective strongly opposes tax hikes and advocates for economic growth, stressing that jumpstarting the economy would resolve the budget issues. They favor a bank tax (taxing foreign capital) over a car tax, arguing that the latter lowers the standard of living for Estonian residents. Government policy is seen as the root cause of inflation and the deep recession, which has resulted in lower-than-expected VAT revenue.
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2024-02-07
Nordica Special Audit

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker opposes raising taxes as the sole means of balancing the budget, stressing the need to avoid the squandering of state assets and major financial losses. The stance on state investments in aviation is extremely skeptical and critical, underscoring the importance of fiscal discipline and accountability. He/She emphasizes that preventing the misappropriation of assets would help achieve state budget balance.
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2024-01-25
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Emergency Situation Act (124 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-24
First Reading of the Bill to Amend the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel, and Electricity Excise Duty Act (111 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic views strongly support the reduction of taxes (excise duties) to achieve a direct positive effect on consumer prices. The objective is to provide relief to consumers by lowering fuel prices.
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the taxation of the populace through inflation (No. 317)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives highlight concerns about high inflation and the resulting drop in purchasing power, which has made people 37.4% poorer. The speaker criticized the government's failure to ensure adequate income growth for teachers and pensioners that keeps pace with rising prices, citing unfair wealth redistribution.
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2024-01-22
Inquiry Concerning the Imposition of the Motor Vehicle Tax (No. 310)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Strong opposition to tax increases, especially those that disproportionately affect lower-income individuals (those living paycheck to paycheck). Views the car tax primarily as a means of filling the state budget and restricting private property. Supports the right to own affordable transportation and does not favor expensive new cars (costing 60,000–70,000 euros).
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the underfunding of state infrastructure (No. 334)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The speaker advocates for major infrastructure investments while simultaneously criticizing the Finance Minister’s claims that funds are unavailable. Alternative financing models, such as PPP (Public Private Partnership), are preferred in order to avoid burdening the state budget. The Rail Baltic project is heavily criticized as a wasteful endeavor that swallows billions and requires constant subsidization, ultimately leading "nowhere."
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2024-01-22
Interpellation concerning the environmental impact of mandatory building renovation and citizens' ability to pay (No. 123)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

He/She strongly advocates for a free-market approach, where renovation decisions should be independent and based purely on economic calculation. He/She opposes mandatory state expenditure, planned economies, and tax increases used to fund subsidy programs, arguing that the state extracts money via taxation and then redirects it into subsidies that people have already effectively paid for. He/She criticizes government interference in the management of personal finances.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 234 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic arguments support amendments to the income tax law that are more favorable than the current situation and feature a different percentage rate. This indicates support for a tax policy that offers relief or better conditions compared to the existing regulations.
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2024-01-17
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (Bill 233 SE).

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker strongly supports lowering the income tax rate, viewing it as the primary means of revitalizing the economy and improving people's livelihood. Their views lean toward fiscal easing and stimulating economic growth.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Income Tax Act (114 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

There is strong support for lowering taxes (reducing the income tax rate), which is viewed as a means of stimulating the economy and increasing revenue. Ideologically, a flat income tax is favored. However, warnings have been issued that restructuring the system, coupled with significantly raising the tax-free threshold, would create a substantial state budget deficit, which is not sensible in the current economic situation.
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2024-01-17
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Customs Act (350 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic viewpoints favor state control (customs) for preventing smuggling and ensuring the integrity of the systems involved. Bureaucracy is viewed as a necessary mechanism that ensures transparency and accountability, rather than just an impediment. Verifiability and integrity are prioritized over simplification if the latter introduces the risk of abuse.
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2024-01-17
Consistency of Threat Assessments and Defense Planning

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives are tied to the defense sector, emphasizing the necessity of transitioning to a war economy. The speaker criticizes the West for failing to produce sufficient ammunition and weapons, pointing to the need to increase national industrial capacity and resources.
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2024-01-17
The Bronze Soldier

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

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2024-01-15
Inquiry concerning the misappropriation of "Slava Ukraini" funds and the related investigation (No. 578)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the capability to ensure internal security in the new situation where uncontrolled immigration has made the people of Estonia worried about their property and their lives (No. 536)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The economic analysis stresses that the current government is responsible for the recession, a point the speaker is thankful the opposing side acknowledges. No other specific stances on taxes, spending, or trade were put forward, the discussion centering instead on the government's poor economic track record.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry Regarding the Saaremaa Fixed Link (No. 278)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The economic perspective centers on reprioritizing state spending, calling for funds to be channeled into domestic infrastructure and maintenance. The speaker criticizes Rail Baltic, arguing it is a project that benefits only those receiving the funding, and condemns the budgetary waste (1.5–2 million euros) caused by winding down ineffective projects.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation regarding the necessity and construction of Rail Baltic (No. 262)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker advocates strict fiscal discipline, opposing large expenditures on unprofitable projects and insisting that money that doesn't exist cannot be spent. He criticizes the government for the necessity of new taxes to finance the Rail Baltic project (RB), citing examples like raising the VAT to 25%. He emphasizes that Rail Baltic is an expense, not an investment, and criticizes the enrichment occurring through gravel transport and land swaps in Pärnu County.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the demographic crisis and its resolution (No. 232)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Economic analyses center on the failure of public sector wage policy, specifically criticizing the government for misleading the public regarding salary increases for teachers. It is stressed that the government's actions have resulted in strike threats, highlighting serious concerns about industrial peace and the administration's ability to keep its promises. Furthermore, the government's assertions that the quality of education has improved due to these pay raises are deemed untrue.
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2024-01-15
Inquiry on Immigration (No. 133)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

There is insufficient information. Temporary workers are mentioned as a source of immigration, but there are no stances on taxes, spending, or economic regulation.
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2024-01-15
Interpellation concerning the enhancement of the wartime indirect fire capability of the Defense Forces (No. 72)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Economic arguments are linked to national defense expenditures, criticizing that a significant portion of the 3% of GDP spending goes toward replacing donated weapons or as financial aid to Ukraine (1.2 billion euros). The speaker stresses that this is not, in reality, a rapid increase in Estonia's own defense capabilities.
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2024-01-11
First reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Vital Statistics Registration Act (106 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic viewpoints are being voiced in criticism aimed at the government, which is ignoring the necessity of state budgetary analysis when passing new legislation. The speaker finds the government's reasoning for rejecting draft bills due to a lack of development funding embarrassing.
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2024-01-10
First reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (Bill 239 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic views focus on tax policy and increasing state revenues through raising the value-added tax (VAT) to 19.3%. This indicates support for a fiscal measure aimed at revenue collection and is considered preferable to the current situation.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act Amending the Value-Added Tax Act (Bill 236 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic viewpoints clearly favor tax cuts, specifically reducing the value-added tax (VAT) rate to 19.2%. This points to a desire to reduce the tax burden and prioritize fiscal policy oriented toward economic relief.
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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value Added Tax Act (149 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

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2024-01-10
First Reading of the Draft Law on the Approval of Amendments to Article 1 and Article 12, Subsection 1, of the Articles of Agreement of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (352 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

The speaker is deeply skeptical of international development banking, viewing the EBRD’s expansion as a high-risk investment that primarily serves the corporate business interests of France and other southern countries. He emphasizes fiscal discipline and warns against the loss of Estonian funds due to corruption ("to a Swiss bank account").
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