Agenda Profile: Helmen Kütt
Bank of Estonia 2024 Report
2025-09-18
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
Political Position
The political focus is on economic security and easing the cost of living. The speaker supports emphasizing the availability of cash in case of system failures and questions the government's tax policy in the context of rising food prices. The stance is policy- and results-based, focusing on protecting consumers from inflation.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates awareness of the operational scope of the Bank of Estonia, particularly concerning the role of cash and its past stances. Their expertise is focused on tax and pricing policy, specifically referencing the planned 5% price increase for foodstuffs. They are familiar with the impact of both VAT and income tax on the economy.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal, courteous, and respectful, addressing the presiding officer and the President of the Bank of Estonia with due deference. The speaker employs an analytical approach, raising a political question regarding taxation, while simultaneously acknowledging its unsuitability for the Bank President.
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Activity Patterns
The data shows participation in a session of the Riigikogu or a committee discussion concerning the review of the Bank of Estonia's report. Data regarding the frequency or rhythm of appearances is missing.
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Opposition Stance
The opposition is directed against previous attitudes that promoted going cashless, as well as the direction of the current government's/Riigikogu's tax policy. The criticism is political and focuses on economic choices, offering the lowering of VAT on foodstuffs as an alternative.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is inquisitive and respectful, attempting to engage the President of the Bank of Estonia in a political discussion on the topic of taxes, even while acknowledging the political sensitivity of the question. Data is lacking regarding inter-party cooperation or readiness to compromise.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national economic issues, such as tax policy, inflation, and the availability of cash throughout Estonia. There are no references to specific regional or international topics.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives highlight the necessity of mitigating the effects of inflation on consumers, particularly given the surge in food prices. The speaker favors considering a reduction in VAT on food, while simultaneously casting doubt on the idea of increasing other taxes (whether sales/VAT or income tax). Furthermore, he stresses the importance of citizens' financial resilience, achieved through the availability of cash.
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Social Issues
Among the social topics addressed is the aspect of financial security, emphasizing the importance of cash availability for every individual in the event of potential system failures.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on changing tax policy, raising the question for the government and the Riigikogu regarding the expediency of increasing VAT or income tax, and lowering VAT on foodstuffs. The speaker acts in the role of an initiator or guide for political guidelines.
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