By Agendas: Stig Rästa

The political position is strongly focused on the social sector and the people-centered implementation of the "Eesti 2035" strategy. The speaker emphasizes a value-based approach, whereby Estonia must remain a caring state, ensuring a secure childhood and a dignified old age. The position is supportive of the Social Minister's direction, stressing the importance of taking action and finding solutions, even in the context of financial limitations.

The speaker raises the issue of the tax burden, stressing that Estonia's tax burden is among the lowest in the European Union. The stance is inquisitive, exploring whether this low tax burden represents an economic strength or a risk to future tax revenues, which points to a political focus on ensuring fiscal sustainability. The focus is clearly policy-driven and performance-based.

The political focus is on internal security and the modernization of law enforcement, emphasizing the necessity of providing the police with modern tools. The speaker strongly supports Bill 670 SE, calling it a step toward a safer Estonia and a value-driven choice. This stance is outcome-based, focusing on crime prevention and rapid response capabilities.

The most crucial topic is raising Estonia’s productivity and transitioning to a smart economy to ensure prosperity and international competitiveness. The political stance is strongly policy-driven, emphasizing the state's role through targeted subsidies and venture capital. A clear long-term strategy and political continuity are demanded, as productivity growth will not happen overnight.

The political stance is strongly value-driven, focusing on human rights, equality, and the elimination of discrimination. The speaker firmly supports acceding to the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, viewing it as a moral commitment and a concrete action for the future of Estonia. He/She emphasizes that Estonia must strive for freedom, equality, and human rights in order to be an attractive country.

The political position is strongly value-based, emphasizing commitment to the Republic of Estonia and its constitutional order. This represents strong support for the state's fundamental principles and constitutional order, which was expressed during the inauguration ceremony.