By Plenary Sessions: Irja Lutsar

The economic outlook is worrying, as the speaker assesses that the Estonian economy and financial system are currently in crisis. He emphasizes the need to restore confidence, a goal that should be helped along by an independent council of experts who don't have to worry about re-election.

Not enough data.

It is noted that the national pension is one of the lowest in Europe, which leads to significant absolute poverty among the elderly. Economically, emphasis is placed on seniors contributing to the economy according to their abilities and promoting self-sufficiency to reduce the costs associated with care facilities and the healthcare system. The preference is for sustainable social solutions rather than the continuous increase of financial benefits.

Economic perspectives center on the structure and efficiency of the labor market, highlighting the necessity of analyzing how the labor force is distributed across various sectors. Concerns are raised regarding potential economic misalignment, which could manifest as either excessive consumption (living "beyond one's means") or an inefficient allocation of labor.

There is too little data.