By Plenary Sessions: Vladimir Arhipov

The speaker strongly supports state security and crisis management measures, including the public warning system and the mandate for international military operations. He/She emphasizes Estonia's credibility among its allies and the principles of mutual assistance. Although a member of the Centre Party faction, the speaker demonstrates a willingness to support the government's security initiatives in the interest of national security.

The Speaker clearly adopts a critical stance regarding the government's economic policy, focusing on the budget deficit, tax hikes, and the slowdown in economic growth. He strongly emphasizes the government's contradictions, arguing that the minister's promises do not align with reality. This position is distinctly pro-opposition and aimed at casting doubt on the government's economic competence.

The speaker consistently adopts a strong opposition stance against the government, leveling sharp criticism at the functioning of the legal system, tax policy, and security decisions alike. They are particularly vocal in their opposition to bringing Swedish prisoners into Estonia and to the state budget's tax reform, which they consider unjust towards the poor. Their rhetoric is value-based, stressing justice, human dignity, and the state's obligation to protect the most vulnerable.

The speaker consistently adopts an oppositional stance toward the government, sharply criticizing the disregard for constitutional principles in the matter of the church law. They emphasize the importance of safeguarding the constitution and respecting the democratic order, while expressing concern over the ignoring of presidential decisions. Furthermore, they support the amendments to the emergency law, but demand a clear funding model and realistic implementation.

The speaker adopts a distinctly oppositional stance towards the government's policy, strongly criticizing the slow decision-making process and inadequate funding. He emphasizes the protection of local government rights and demands greater discretion when differentiating the land tax rate. He supports the systematic raising of cultural workers' salaries and the standardization of school meals across the country.

The speaker focuses heavily on the accessibility and quality of public services, particularly in healthcare, where they criticize the length of waiting lists and the inequality created by private (paid) medicine. They support strengthening the role of local governments during crises but demand adequate funding and training from the state. Furthermore, they advocate for improving youth employment through student work brigades and other social projects.

The speaker is clearly adopting an oppositional stance regarding the government’s tax policy, strongly criticizing the introduction of new taxes at a time when the state has an 800 million euro budget surplus. Specifically, the speaker demands a reduction in the overall tax burden and a lowering of VAT on food, citing the example of Sweden. This position is clearly focused on economic policy and calls for the government to take responsibility for easing the load on individuals and businesses.

The speaker heavily focuses on labor market policy, emphasizing the importance of youth employment and developing the local workforce. They express clear opposition to increasing immigration, preferring instead to invest in the training and upskilling of existing unemployed individuals. This position is pragmatic and aimed at preventing long-term social problems.

The speaker supports the positions of the Centre Party faction and demonstrates a readiness to cooperate with other factions in achieving shared objectives. He expresses strong support for improving the parliament's rules of procedure and implementing a more efficient workflow.