By Plenary Sessions: Eero Merilind

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The economic viewpoint is that healthcare is an investment, which is a prerequisite for the functioning of the economy and the state, not merely an expense. Support is given to fiscal responsibility in the healthcare sector, highlighting the halving of the Health Insurance Fund's (Tervisekassa) deficit and the goal of creating a reserve of over 200 million euros by 2029. Support is also provided for reducing the care burden through the use of welfare technologies.

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There are no economic standpoints, apart from a reference to the need to avoid undue administrative burden, which was made when the proposal to change the Social Insurance Board’s duty to involve (or consult) into a mandatory obligation was rejected.

It supports fiscal discipline and cuts (1.35 million), justifying this by citing the state's increased contribution (65 million euros) to the care reform. The economic objective is to ensure better services and better staff in nursing homes, which is linked to the rising cost of the resident fee. The cuts are viewed as part of a broader national funding scheme.

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Economic perspectives support increasing competition through the inclusion of international suppliers, which is expected to lead to a reduction in pharmaceutical prices. Emphasis is placed on the importance of cost savings and the effective utilization of health insurance funds within hospital budgets. The streamlining of regulation to reduce administrative burden is supported.

Economic perspectives stress the importance of state budget savings, highlighting a financial saving of 1.3 million euros resulting from the proposed bill. Simultaneously, the concerns raised by the Social Affairs Committee regarding the crucial importance of direct financial support for pensioners are acknowledged, thereby balancing fiscal discipline against social necessities.

The topic of money and financing was discussed minimally in the Social Committee, with the focus being placed instead on improving the system and raising awareness. Therefore, there is no data available regarding the speaker's views on taxes, expenditures, or economic regulations.

The economic considerations relate to budget management and covering staff salaries during the administrative restructuring. The first speaker notes that the corresponding budget allocation is being transferred to the Agency of Medicines, which demonstrates attention to fiscal planning during administrative changes.

Economic perspectives are linked to fiscal responsibility within the healthcare sector. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of finding solutions to improve the health insurance budget and ensure the financial sustainability of public services.

The discussion covers national financial mechanisms (state fees) and social support systems (reimbursement from the fund), highlighting concerns about the financial burden placed on individuals and the potential necessity of state assistance.

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Economic perspectives support behavior-steering taxation (a tiered tax) to incentivize manufacturers to reduce sugar content. It is noted that the planned tax revenue of 25 million euros is a relatively small amount for tackling the obesity epidemic, highlighting the necessity of funding health promotion.

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Economic perspectives are tied to environmental regulations, especially regarding the potential ban on plastic bottles. This suggests a willingness to impose strict regulations that could affect industry, all with the goal of protecting the environment and public health.

It supports economic growth based on knowledge-intensive investments and innovation, and demonstrates a desire to foster the establishment of high value-added industries (such as the pharmaceutical industry) in Estonia. The policymaker is actively seeking ways to incentivize investments.

Targeted state expenditures (relocation grants) are supported as a means of mitigating regional inequality. This demonstrates support for state intervention aimed at directing qualified labor into underserved regions.