Session Profile: Annely Akkermann
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
2024-02-21
Political Position
The speaker takes a clear position on the VAT issue, supporting the government's stance and opposing the reduction of VAT on foodstuffs to 5%, which was initiated by EKRE. He emphasizes that such a change would harm the budgetary balance by over 400 million euros and would fail to achieve its stated goal of helping the poor.
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Topic Expertise
Demonstrates profound knowledge of fiscal and budgetary policy, utilizing specific figures (a 1.67% effective VAT increase) and referencing commission discussions. Further demonstrates expertise in analyzing the impact of Value Added Tax and assessing the resulting budgetary consequences.
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Rhetorical Style
It employs a factual and analytical approach, drawing on numerical data and summaries of committee discussions. The style is formal and neutral, concentrating on procedural aspects and technical argumentation rather than emotional appeals.
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Activity Patterns
It refers to active participation in the work of the Finance Committee, including the preparation of draft legislation and the holding of discussions. Specific dates are mentioned (November 20, December 5), as well as regular committee work.
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Opposition Stance
Avoids direct confrontation, focusing instead on factual analysis and procedural matters. It notes that the commission recommended rejecting the bill, but delivers this point in a neutral tone without resorting to personal attacks.
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Collaboration Style
Demonstrates a cooperative attitude, referencing the viewpoints of colleagues (Jürgen Ligi, Anti Poolamets, Jaak Aab) and the involvement of specialists from the Ministry of Finance. Emphasizes consensus decisions, such as the issue of bringing Ukrainian children home.
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Regional Focus
There is no data on regional issues.
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Economic Views
It supports fiscal discipline and budget balance, criticizing proposals that would reduce state revenues by over 400 million euros. It stresses that lowering the value-added tax (VAT) might primarily benefit wealthier consumers and large corporations rather than the poor.
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Social Issues
There is no data available regarding social issues.
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Legislative Focus
Focuses on issues of tax legislation, particularly amendments to the Value Added Tax Act. Fulfills the role of the lead committee's representative and handles the processing of bills, recommending the rejection of the VAT bill initiated by EKRE.
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