Agenda Profile: Aleksei Jevgrafov
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)
2024-12-11
15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session
Political Position
The political focus is centered on the government's tax hike policy, which is viewed as detrimental to economic growth and employment. The speaker expresses strong opposition to this chosen path (dubbed the "tax rally") and emphasizes the policy's negative impact on business investment and consumer purchasing power. The criticism of this policy is heavily results-oriented, focusing specifically on the negative economic repercussions.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of macroeconomics and fiscal policy, directly linking tax increases to economic growth, consumption, investment, and corporate behavior. Technical terms such as "tax burden" are used, and the effect of taxes on exporting firms is highlighted. The impact of the abrupt nature of the tax increases on economic uncertainty and confidence is also addressed.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, critical, and inquisitive, respectfully addressing both the session chair and the presenter. The appeal is primarily logical, focusing on the direct negative economic implications of tax increases (cause-and-effect chains). The tone is concerned and challenging, directly questioning the objectives of the chosen course of action.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the government or the ruling coalition, which is responsible for the state budget and recent tax hikes. The opposition is intense and policy-driven, focusing specifically on the detrimental economic effects of the chosen fiscal policy. The policy is accused of negatively impacting economic growth and creating widespread uncertainty.
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The speaker emphasizes the regional focus required for attracting businesses to Ida-Virumaa. The national tax policy is being criticized based on whether it encourages or impedes the flow of investments specifically into this area. Furthermore, the risk is highlighted that companies may look for regions with a lower tax burden outside of Estonia.
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Economic Views
The economic views are strongly opposed to tax increases and favor entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need to stimulate investment and consumption. It is stressed that a high tax burden reduces investment and consumption and is detrimental to exporting companies. Furthermore, warnings are issued that a rapid succession of tax increases creates uncertainty in the economy and undermines confidence.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The main legislative focus is the draft 2025 State Budget Act (513 SE), which the speaker strongly opposes. The budget is being criticized for its tax hikes and negative economic impact, raising doubts about its suitability for attracting investments.
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