By Plenary Sessions: Anti Allas

The speaker expresses interest in tax policy (specifically VAT) and its complex impact on food prices and the competitiveness of producers. He/She acknowledges the presenter as a professional in their field, emphasizing the necessity for deep economic analysis. The focus is on a technical economic question concerning the situation of producers and processors.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding the European Union's long-term budget, regional development measures (including the 40% requirement), and the field of agricultural support. Specific terminology, such as "absorption capacity" and "Just Transition Policy," is employed, and detailed questions are raised concerning the restoration of peatlands. Dissatisfaction is expressed regarding the current state of agriculture and the design of regional measures.

The speaker demonstrates knowledge of the security infrastructure of Southeast Estonia (the Saatse Boot) and the history of its funding. Specific political and temporal references are used (the 2024 budget negotiations, the demand by the Social Democrats), emphasizing the project's connection to Russian aggression. A detailed description of the government's actions and accelerating steps is demanded.

The speaker demonstrates awareness of public transport organization, focusing on the inability of commercial routes to cover commuting needs in county centers. Specific emphasis is placed on the concrete timings required for arriving at work by eight o'clock in the morning.

The speaker possesses profound expertise regarding local government financing, revenue base models, and issues surrounding the equalization fund, specifically referencing the Robin Hood mechanism and Supreme Court decisions. He draws on his previous experience as the Mayor of Võru and as a board member of the Association of Estonian Cities and Municipalities to illustrate the lack of real substance in financial autonomy. Furthermore, he demonstrates knowledge of tax structures (progressive income tax, value-added tax) and environmental issues related to forestry (logging moratorium, soil bearing capacity).

The speaker demonstrates expertise in the field of the state budget and public finance, demanding specific figures on the use of borrowed funds for operating expenses. They are well-versed in the details of tax policy, referencing the possibility of shifting the tax bracket (or 'tax hump') and criticizing the 114 million euro "gift" to the wealthiest. Furthermore, they require a technical explanation regarding the classification of national defense expenditures as investments.

The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding tax policy and state budget expenditures, highlighting specific figures (e.g., 500 million for tax hump relief, 54 million for special care provision). He/She is familiar with legislative procedures, criticizing the method of "cutting the tail piece by piece" and demanding that deficiencies be eliminated all at once. Furthermore, the speaker is aware of the differences in revenue base growth between the state and local governments.