Agenda Profile: Züleyxa Izmailova
Third reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)
2025-06-18
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The speaker heavily focuses on criticizing the economic policy of the government (the Reform Party), calling into question its long-term sustainability and rationality. A second prominent theme is the failure to deliver on election promises in the social sector, particularly concerning the abolition of kindergarten placement fees. The political framework is robustly results-based and critical, demanding accountability and the fulfillment of commitments from the government.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in the sustainability of tax policy and strategic planning, making reference to economic experts and institutions. Furthermore, they are well-versed in the relationship between local government autonomy and state funding regarding the provision of social services. They have the ability to link macroeconomic strategic objectives with concrete political pledges.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is confrontational and critical, posing direct questions to the opposing side regarding the contradictions between their historical identity and their current policies. A logical appeal is employed, emphasizing the requirement to fulfill election promises and highlighting the irrationality of the policy. The tone is formal, addressing the respected chairperson and rapporteur, but the substance of the message remains demanding.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The main opponent is the Reform Party, which is facing criticism both for the unsustainability of its economic policies and for breaking election promises. The criticism is intense and focuses on political failure and the avoidance of responsibility by hiding behind the autonomy of local municipalities. The attacks are policy- and performance-based, calling into question the Reform Party's economic competence.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (Estonian tax policy) and issues concerning the financing of local governments (LGAs). Emphasis is placed on a nationwide socio-political promise (the abolition of kindergarten fees across Estonia), which points to concerns regarding the lack of resources available to local governments.
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Economic Views
The speaker is demanding sustainability and strategic direction for tax policy, criticizing the current system for failing to support long-term objectives. He/She is questioning the ruling party's assertions of economic rationality. The economic views are geared toward supporting the state's strategic goals through the tax system.
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Social Issues
A key issue in the social sector is the abolition of kindergarten tuition fees, the implementation of which is being demanded of the government, even though the autonomy of local municipalities is often cited. This places a strong emphasis on the accessibility of social services and guaranteeing that the state funds them.
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Legislative Focus
The speaker is taking an active role in the third reading of the 2025 Supplementary Budget Bill (651 SE), leveraging this platform to raise issues concerning tax policy and the fulfillment of social commitments. The focus is on shifting political priorities through the budget and criticizing the government's actions.
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