Agenda Profile: Andrei Korobeinik
Interpellation regarding the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments (No. 289)
2024-02-05
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
Political Position
The speaker indirectly opposes the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments, arguing that the price increase is caused by inflation, not by the activities of the hotels. The political focus is on procedural correctness, demanding the submission of the impact analysis referenced in the draft legislation. The position is rather policy-driven and moderately critical.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of economic factors, distinguishing between inflation and sectoral responsibility for the price increase. Furthermore, he/she shows expertise regarding legislative procedures, specifically inquiring about the location of the impact assessment (whether it is an appendix to the state budget or a standalone document).
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Rhetorical Style
The style is polite and analytical, beginning with courteous addresses ("Thank you! Dear Kaja!"). The emphasis is on logical and procedural argumentation, first establishing agreement with the fact, and then posing a critical question regarding the missing document.
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Activity Patterns
Insufficient information. (The speaker participated in an interpellation regarding the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments.)
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the government's actions (Kaja) concerning the legislative procedure, because the referenced impact assessment is absent from the draft bill. The objection is procedural and policy-based, not personal.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker addresses the head of government directly and courteously, seeking clarification and specific details regarding the whereabouts of the impact assessment. This signals a willingness to engage in dialogue, despite the underlying objective being a critical inquiry.
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Regional Focus
Insufficient information. (The focus is on the abolition of the special VAT rate for lodging establishments, which is a nationwide sector issue.)
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Economic Views
It defends the accommodation sector, arguing that the price increase is due to inflation, not the sector’s own activities. This suggests a desire to avoid increasing the sector's tax burden and underscores the importance of fiscal documentation (impact analysis).
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Social Issues
Insufficient information
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is currently on the draft bill concerning the abolition of the special VAT rate for accommodation establishments (Inquiry No. 289). The speaker is acting as the respondent, concentrating on the deficiencies in the bill's preparation and demanding the submission of an impact analysis.
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