By Plenary Sessions: Vladimir Arhipov

The speaker focuses on energy policy, emphasizing the need for both clean air and affordable electricity. He acknowledges that different political forces may choose different paths to achieve these goals, but does not take a clear stance on the issue of using oil shale.

The speaker focuses heavily on security and defense issues, demanding clear answers regarding the tanker incident in Estonian waters. He/She stresses the public's right to be informed about the legal basis and accountability of the state's security operations. The speaker takes a firm stance that political decisions must be transparent and grounded in the rule of law.

The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance regarding the tax hikes implemented by the Reform Party government, strongly criticizing the increase of both income tax and VAT to 24%. They emphasize that the tax burden is being unfairly placed on the shoulders of the working populace, while simultaneously demanding cuts in state spending and a more equitable distribution of the tax burden. The speaker accuses the government of outright lying, given that the security tax, which was initially promised to be temporary, is now being made permanent.

The speaker focuses primarily on infrastructure policy and economic issues, expressing a critical stance towards the Rail Baltic project due to its vulnerability. He supports considering alternative solutions, such as developing Via Baltica as a parallel connection. Regarding the involvement of youth in the agricultural sector, he demonstrates a constructive approach, actively seeking solutions to the sector's problems.

The speaker is taking a clear position on the shortage of specialists in kindergartens within Russian-speaking municipalities, stressing the urgent need for practical solutions. They strongly criticize the ENIC/NARIC decision to stop recognizing the diplomas of specialists from third countries following the start of the war in Ukraine, viewing this as a major impediment to providing assistance to children with special needs.

The commentator clearly welcomes the Law on Churches and Congregations, strongly supporting religious freedom and the rights of religious communities. He criticizes the government's policy as an anti-Christian attack and supports President Alar Karis's decision not to promulgate the law. The position is value-based, emphasizing constitutional rights and religious tolerance.

The speaker places a strong emphasis on socio-economic problems, particularly the difficulties faced by the elderly and low-income individuals in making ends meet. They take a clear stance that the state must actively intervene to resolve the cost of living crisis and restore citizens' sense of security. The speaker stresses the state's responsibility toward the people who built this country.

The speaker clearly takes a stance in favor of strengthening the state's role in the social sphere, specifically supporting baseline state funding for school lunches. Regarding the issue of oil shale energy, they express strong opposition to the government's plans, stressing the lack of a democratic mandate and demanding a national referendum. Both positions reflect a social democratic approach, prioritizing the role of the state and public opinion.

The speaker adopts a clearly oppositional stance towards the coalition of the Reform Party and Eesti 200, strongly criticizing the neglect of the social sector within the coalition agreement. They demand concrete steps for the automatic indexation of subsistence benefits and the restoration of the benefit for single pensioners. The speaker emphasizes the state's obligation to care for its most vulnerable residents and consistently advocates for the strengthening of social protection.

The speaker focuses heavily on issues concerning the oversight of the legal system and public administration, emphasizing the need for effective coordination among various ministries. The position clearly advocates for a systemic approach when ensuring the protection of vulnerable individuals.

The speaker clearly represents opposition viewpoints, supporting the Centre Party and criticizing government policy. There is strong resistance to tax hikes (VAT, excise duties, electricity tax), emphasizing their negative impact on ordinary citizens and pensioners. The speaker supports amendments to the cybersecurity act but warns against the dangers of bureaucracy and excessive formality. Consistent criticism is leveled at the government’s social policy, particularly concerning the unemployment benefit reform.

The speaker takes a clear stance in favor of reducing VAT on foodstuffs, pointing out that many European countries have used this measure to mitigate rising food prices. He/She strongly criticizes the tax hikes, laying the blame on the parties of the previous government, including the Social Democratic Party. The speaker emphasizes the importance of food security from both an economic and a security policy perspective.

The speaker focuses on social policy, specifically on improving the situation of pensioners. They adopt a distinctly critical stance regarding the government's handling of the current pension system, highlighting the decline in real pensions and the negative impact of rising prices.

The speaker clearly adopts an oppositional stance towards the government, heavily criticizing the absence of a regional policy and the failure of the social welfare reform. They stress the necessity of practical solutions over mere analyses and call on the government to cooperate with the Centre Party. This position is defined by strong support for the well-being of rural areas and the elderly.