Session Profile: Margit Sutrop
15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting
2024-05-30
Political Position
The political focus is on a budget balancing strategy that must encompass cuts, tax increases, and investments. The contribution of Research and Development (R&D) investments to economic growth is considered especially crucial. The framework is policy- and solution-based, seeking answers to the question, "What is to be done?"
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise regarding budget balancing and investments in research and development. A comparative analysis with Sweden is utilized, and the insufficient contribution of the private sector to the R&D sector is highlighted. The focus remains on the technical details of the economic strategy.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is formal, respectful, and analytical, starting by praising the presenter ("for a very, very good overview"). The focus is on logical questions and seeking solutions, avoiding emotional appeals.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is open and respectful, praising the presenter and seeking additional knowledge and comparative material from them (specifically using the Swedish example). A willingness to rely on expert opinion and data is demonstrated.
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Regional Focus
The focus is on national economic policy and international comparison with Sweden. Specific local or regional topics are absent.
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Economic Views
Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal discipline and the necessity of combining spending cuts, tax increases, and strategic investments. There is strong support for investments in research and development (R&D) to ensure economic growth. Concern is expressed regarding the private sector's insufficient contribution to the R&D sector.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on strategic issues concerning fiscal policy and the funding of research and development. Specific bills or legislative priorities were not mentioned.
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