Session Profile: Stig Rästa
The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting
2025-10-07
Political Position
The most prominent theme is Estonia's low tax burden within the context of the European Union. The speaker adopts an analytical and measured position, investigating whether this low tax burden represents an economic strength or a risk to future tax revenues, thereby signaling concern about the state's fiscal sustainability. This clearly operates within a policy and performance-based framework.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates knowledge in the field of macroeconomics and fiscal policy, utilizing technical terms such as "tax burden" and "tax revenues." This expertise is evident in the presentation of comparative data (Estonia vs. EU), which highlights an awareness of the country's position within the international economic environment.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and analytical, respectfully addressing the presiding officer and the speaker. A logical appeal is employed, presenting a specific economic fact followed by a carefully considered question, with the aim of initiating discussion.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The speaker employs a collaborative style and is open to dialogue, as they directly address the other speaker to solicit input and opinion on how to resolve a significant economic dilemma.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on the national level (Estonia’s tax burden) and the international level (comparison with the European Union). There is no attention paid to specific local or regional issues.
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Economic Views
The economic perspectives focus on taxation and fiscal sustainability. The speaker highlights Estonia's low tax burden but expresses concern about the potential risks this poses to future tax revenues, while seeking a balance between competitiveness and fiscal discipline.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
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