Session Profile: Andrus Seeme
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
2025-05-06
Political Position
The political focus is on the increase in state budget expenditures caused by the security situation and the resulting tax burden. A question is raised regarding the comparison of the tax burden with other EU countries, which indicates concern about the fiscal position. Furthermore, a specific environmental and hunting issue is being raised concerning protected areas. The tone is inquisitive and information-seeking.
2 Speeches Analyzed
Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise in public finance and tax policy, referencing a specific tax burden percentage (36.7%) and the Security Tax Act. The second area of focus is detailed environmental and hunting regulation, specifically addressing the issue of tracking wounded game within protected areas.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal and centered on inquiry, respectfully addressing the presiding officer, the minister, and the rapporteur. It employs a logical and data-driven approach, citing specific figures and legislation. Emotional or narrative appeals are omitted.
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Activity Patterns
The speaker is active during the plenary session, having posed two different questions on the same day, addressing both the minister and the rapporteur. This points to regular participation in debates and question periods.
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Opposition Stance
There is no direct criticism or identification of opponents; the speaker focuses on requesting information and pointing out procedural gaps. In one question, it is noted that the commission failed to discuss an important topic.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is polite and respectful when addressing officials and those presenting reports. A desire is expressed to discuss the subject (the tracking of wounded game) in the future, which indicates an openness to constructive procedural cooperation.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national and international issues, addressing state budget expenditures, the tax burden within the EU context, and national regulations concerning protected areas. There is no specific regional or local focus.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives focus on fiscal discipline and the tax burden, highlighting the massive increase in costs driven by the current security situation. The speaker wants to know how Estonia's tax burden (36.7%) stacks up against other European Union countries, citing concerns about competitiveness.
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Social Issues
Insufficient data.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on analyzing the impacts of the existing security tax law and monitoring state budget expenditures. It is also a priority to ensure that the committees discuss specific environmental and hunting regulations within protected areas.
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