Session Profile: Anti Allas
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session
2024-02-15
Political Position
The most prominent issue is state over-regulation, which the speaker views as overly proactive and where he sees significant room for improvement. He also voices concern regarding the effect of tax hikes on rising prices and the resulting lack of market competition. The political position is focused on enhancing the business environment and analyzing how the market operates, with a strong emphasis on regulatory relief.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge of how the economic value chain operates, differentiating the smaller profit share of producers/processors from the price increase generated by retail trade. He uses economic terminology, such as lack of competition and the impact of tax increases on pricing, stressing the necessity of analyzing the root causes of market failure.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and analytical, respectfully addressing the chairperson of the session and the rapporteur. The speaker presents their views directly, employing logical arguments concerning regulatory overreach, and concludes with a question aimed at finding solutions to market problems.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The criticism is directed at the state's general policy concerning the imposition of excessive regulations (or "overregulation," often referred to as "going overboard") and tax increases. The opposition is policy-driven and centers on the question of why competition is failing and what steps should be taken to improve it.
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Collaboration Style
The speaker is very open to cooperation, directly calling on business organizations to submit proposals for regulatory relief. He promises the willingness of the Social Democratic Party faction to help facilitate their approval, stressing the desire to involve external experts.
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Regional Focus
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives highlight the necessity of cutting back on government regulation in order to improve the business environment. The speaker is skeptical regarding tax hikes and stresses the need to ensure effective market competition to prevent the unfair concentration of profits within the trade sector.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The primary legislative focus is aimed at reducing regulations and improving the business environment. The speaker positions himself and his faction as supporters of proposals that help alleviate the regulatory burden.
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