By Plenary Sessions: Diana Ingerainen

Economic perspectives support the facilitation of international trade and investment through the avoidance of double taxation. It is emphasized that the initiative to conclude the agreement originated with IT companies, suggesting a favorable disposition toward the interests of the technology sector. The objective is to curb tax avoidance and prevent double taxation.

The speaker opposes universal tax cuts that damage the state budget, preferring targeted state intervention through direct subsidies and raising the tax-free income threshold. The necessity of strengthening the role of the Competition Authority is stressed to ensure fair pricing throughout the supply chain. Estonian producers are supported, but it is believed that lowering VAT would not actually benefit them.

Economic perspectives support responsible and smart strategic investment utilizing EU funds, allocating significant amounts to the social sector (14% of the budget). The speaker is concerned about the current low level of pensions and advocates for investments that secure future well-being, rather than focusing solely on short-term gain.

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Economic viewpoints support fiscal prudence and oppose general tax cuts that create budget deficits without guaranteeing benefits for the end consumer. Targeted direct subsidies aimed at assisting vulnerable groups are preferred over broad tax reductions, considering the latter to be inefficient.

Economic perspectives focus on the efficiency and flexibility of budget management. The speaker advocates for a dynamic approach to regulations to prevent overly rigid fiscal metrics from stifling economic and technological progress.

Even though they serve on the Finance Committee and are working on the draft bill, there is no information available regarding their specific economic views (on taxes, spending, or regulation).