By Plenary Sessions: Anti Poolamets

The speaker is strongly opposed to large, opaque state subsidies, which create a risk of corruption and jeopardize state finances. The necessity of fiscal discipline and transparency when allocating large sums of money is emphasized. Concern is voiced that the subsidies might be directed only towards one or two Estonian companies (e.g., Utilitas), which suggests fears of unfair competition and corruption.

While direct economic viewpoints are absent, the speaker criticizes the government's funding mechanisms in higher education, which, in their assessment, steer research ideologically (e.g., funding the Green Transition). This suggests opposition to state-directed investments in science that restrict autonomy.

It strongly opposes wealth taxes (such as the car tax) that disproportionately burden low-income individuals and people with disabilities. It is against billion-dollar subsidies for global mega-corporations, viewing this as an inefficient use of public funds. It prioritizes social justice and supporting vulnerable groups by alleviating their tax burden.

Economic perspectives are strongly linked to regulation and security. The speaker opposes the current arrangement of e-residency, arguing that it distorts the business market and encourages money laundering, potentially making Estonia a target of international scrutiny. He criticizes previous money laundering cases and calls for the fight against financial crime to be stepped up.

The only economic stance concerns defense spending, where the need is emphasized to raise it to 5% of GDP, in accordance with the expectations of the US ally.

Economic views are strongly supportive of competitiveness and the market economy. The speaker opposes subsidies and the practice of pouring state money into unprofitable projects (2.6 billion), which ultimately harm the economy and private businesses. A warning is issued that the European economy risks falling apart if the green transition is not halted, and the necessity of maintaining a competitive economy is stressed.

The speaker is concerned about the three years of economic recession and stagnation, laying the blame squarely on the leadership of the Reform Party. Opposition was voiced against tax increases, which the speaker believes will not improve the situation. The speaker demands a clear vision from the government for revitalizing the economy.

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The economic views expressed are fiscally critical, criticizing the government's actions which are leading to "economic self-harm" and tax increases for Estonian pensioners. Emphasis is placed on the need to direct aid towards genuine military assistance, rather than supporting Ukrainian draft dodgers residing in Estonia.