By Plenary Sessions: Martin Helme

The economic stance strongly demands fiscal discipline, criticizing the doubling of state debt and the deepening of the budget deficit, which is leading the country toward national bankruptcy. The speaker opposes the regressive tax system, which raises all taxes (VAT, excise duties, income tax, car tax) and reduces purchasing power, particularly at the expense of the poorer income deciles. Criticism is also leveled at the siphoning off of state money and subsidies provided to businessmen (wind farm tycoons, the defense industry).

Supports strict fiscal discipline and balancing income and expenditure, while strongly opposing the government's record increase in spending and borrowing for current expenses. It criticizes the tax policy for regressive income redistribution, where the poorer income deciles pay more and the wealthier receive tax breaks. It claims that the government's policy has "killed Estonian business."

The economic views are strongly opposed to fiscal policy, criticizing the tax hikes imposed by the government (VAT, income tax, car tax, excise duties, land tax). They also highlight an ethical problem regarding the continuation of business activities with Russia (Stark Logistics), labeling it "blood money." Furthermore, they criticize allocating 5% of GDP to defense spending, claiming it is done so that "as much as possible can be stolen."

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Economic viewpoints are limited to criticism regarding the financing of the defense sector, citing its failure (the "defense funding debacle"). This points to concern over the national defense budget and priorities, but no other broad economic views are presented.

Economic views focus on the strict control of public sector spending and fiscal discipline, particularly when managing the defense budget. Strong opposition is voiced against waste and corruption, which leads to funds disappearing into a "black hole."

The speaker sharply criticizes the healthcare system's constant lack of funding and the depletion of reserves. He/She accuses the minister of passivity in serving the interests of private medicine, which enriches itself by siphoning off taxpayer money. The overall stance favors fiscal responsibility and support for public healthcare.

The economic outlook is fiscally pessimistic and highly critical of the government, arguing that the economy is doomed and the state budget deficit is spiraling. There is strong opposition to the car tax, and the government is being accused of deceiving voters regarding the tax hikes, with their tax pledges being labeled as just another lie.

Economic views are tied to the management of defense spending and corruption, alleging that hundreds of millions of euros are illegally being siphoned off. The government’s failure in the fields of economics, taxation, and finance is mentioned, pointing to the need for better financial discipline and anti-corruption efforts. A previous falsehood regarding tax increases is also cited.

The speaker is a strong proponent of tax cuts, having initiated a draft law to abolish the car tax and criticizing the government for raising income tax, VAT, and excise duties. They demand the responsible use of state funds and accountability for management failures (Nordica investigative committee), and oppose large subsidies (offshore wind farms).