By Plenary Sessions: Rene Kokk

The speaker sharply criticizes the government's tendency to prioritize the interests and convenience of businesses (such as the rapid construction of wind farms) over public engagement and well-considered decision-making. Concern is also raised regarding the lack of long-term economic planning, particularly concerning the premature exit from oil shale energy.

Economic views center on the direct cost of regulatory compliance (the expense of waste management) and the financial protection afforded to the consumer (the ability to receive a refund). Emphasis is placed on the necessity of determining the financial plan for the law's implementation and how to prevent unnecessary stockpiling.

Economic positions are aimed against taxes that harm businesses and individuals, demanding proportionality and fairness in taxation. Reasonable amounts are preferred over unreasonably high charges, and the 800-euro environmental fee is criticized for not being cost-based.

The economic platform is strongly opposed to tax hikes, criticizing the car tax, VAT, and excise duties as a harmful "blow" to families. It advocates for the economic protection of families and fostering a sense of security regarding the state, standing against the cascade of taxes.

Economic perspectives favor lower excise taxes, since high excise taxes divert money and purchasing power to Latvia and encourage smuggling. The speaker opposes the increase in excise taxes, as this damages state finances and distorts statistics without yielding any positive economic or social outcome.

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