By Plenary Sessions: Andrei Korobeinik

The speaker demonstrates expertise in macroeconomics and public finance, utilizing comparative data regarding Estonia's economic recession within the European and global context. They reference earlier forecasts from the Ministry of Finance and analyze the causes of the downturn (export partners, the war in Ukraine), disputing the logic of the opponent's explanations. A key emphasis is placed on the idea that the outcome is more important than intent or experience.

Demonstrates expertise in banking, taxation, and macroeconomics, utilizing specific data (Euribor levels, bank profits) and referencing Lithuania's tax experience. It thoroughly explains how excess profits are linked to Euribor and how the draft legislation addresses loss carry-forward/offsetting. Furthermore, it shows knowledge of the differing practices for fixing housing loan interest rates between Estonia and other EU member states.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in social and fiscal policy, focusing on the details of pension reductions and the financial forecasts of local municipalities. Specific data (15 euros, 2%) and technical terms ("surplus," "adjustment") are used, indicating a deep dive into quantitative analysis.

The speaker demonstrates profound expertise in the field of state budget and finance, highlighting specific numerical discrepancies (e.g., the public transport subsidy being 10 versus 18 million) and the impact of taxes (such as the 15-euro loss for pensioners). They are well-versed in the discussions held by the Finance Committee and the data presented by ministers (the Minister of Defence, the Minister of Regional Affairs), focusing heavily on details and the divergence between the actual content of the budget and the narrative being presented.

The speaker demonstrates expertise in state budget procedures and financial management, particularly concerning the carry-over of unused salary funds by ministries. To underscore the severity of the economic downturn, they use comparative data illustrating Estonia's global position (second place from the bottom, just above Haiti). Furthermore, they are familiar with specific cuts in the social and cultural sectors (such as family mediation and the training of child protection specialists).

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the fields of population density statistics and telecommunications infrastructure economics, correcting a previous claim with precise data (Estonia 30 inh/km², Latvia 28 inh/km²). The topic of artificial intelligence is also mentioned, regarding which the speaker offers their knowledge to assist.