By Agendas: Luisa Rõivas

The speaker strongly advocates for Estonia’s active role in shaping the EU budget, stressing that this is an investment in both survival and democracy. The main priorities are ensuring security (specifically, the initiative to create a European Security Fund) and achieving technological sovereignty through the massive integration of artificial intelligence into the education sector. The political framework is ambitious and results-based, requiring the full 100% utilization of all EU funds.

The political focus is on the sustainability of the e-residency program and assessing the impact of the new "cardless e-residency." They maintain a moderate, policy-driven stance, demanding clear metrics to forecast the growth of company formation. It is emphasized that the economic benefit must be linked to a lasting social connection.

The proponent strongly supports the rapid increase in defense spending, deeming it the only appropriate decision given the current security environment. However, concern is simultaneously raised regarding the historically large state budget deficit, prompting a request for the government to present a long-term plan for achieving fiscal balance. The emphasis remains on fiscal responsibility and the efficiency of public governance, particularly concerning defense procurement procedures.

The political platform centers on maximizing the socio-economic impact of major cultural and sporting events through state budgetary support. Furthermore, emphasis is placed on the continuous development of Estonian film production and securing necessary investments within the framework of a new development strategy. This approach is policy-driven, focusing on the successful implementation and effectiveness of the "Estonia 2035" strategy.

The political position is rather value-based, focusing on raising the standard of the Riigikogu so that it doesn't resemble a kindergarten. However, the speaker simultaneously expresses the view that the joy children derive from a visit by Santa Claus is more important than that of the members of Parliament. The speaker remains moderately critical of the Riigikogu but promises to personally contribute to improving its level.

The political focus is on defending the state provision of abortion and sterilization services. The speaker strongly supports the continuation of this service, defining it as an essential and responsible healthcare service. This position is strongly rooted in both values and policy, underscoring the service's legitimacy and necessity.

The speaker expresses personal regret and sadness over the closure of the Consulate General in New York, highly valuing the work that was done there. The political position is pragmatic: although the decision is regrettable, the debate in the Riigikogu (Estonian Parliament) was initiated too late, after the government’s decision had already entered into force. The stance is primarily policy- and results-based, focusing on the actual impact and the timing.

The political position centers on symbolic support for Israel through the proposal to move the embassy to Jerusalem. The speaker stresses that no conflict of values arose regarding this issue within the Foreign Affairs Committee, citing the consensual support for the initiative. The stance is characterized as more procedural and consensus-seeking, rather than being overtly politically polarizing.

The political position is strongly value-based, supporting Georgia's democratic development and its movement towards the European Union. Emphasis is placed on Estonia’s role as a long-standing friend of Georgia, and its right to issue statements aimed at supporting the country's democracy. The draft statement is directed against Georgia’s current anti-European Union policy, while simultaneously supporting Georgia’s democratic forces.

The political focus is currently on the poor state of the nation's finances, highlighting the deepening budget deficit since 2017 and the several-fold increase in the debt burden. This stance is results-oriented, emphasizing that improving the financial situation is the only sensible choice. The speaker is demanding the establishment of specific balance targets to rapidly reduce the shortfall.

The political position is strongly focused on supporting Ukraine, emphasizing Estonia's leading role and the necessity of significantly increasing aid to achieve a faster Ukrainian victory. Deep concern is also expressed regarding the future of NATO alliance relations, particularly in connection with the potential outcome of the US presidential elections, given that the United States is considered the most crucial ally.