By Plenary Sessions: Margit Sutrop

The political stance centers on supporting Research and Development (R&D), commending the state's 1% GDP contribution during challenging times. The speaker strongly advocates for increased cooperation between businesses and universities, putting forward policy measures to guide this. The position is clearly policy- and performance-based, stressing the efficiency of investments.

The political focus is on the funding of higher education and student welfare. The speaker strongly backs the current positive budget developments (a 10.6% increase in operating support, funding for the doctoral studies reform) but resolutely opposes the €6 million cut slated for 2027. The stance is policy- and performance-based, warning that the cut jeopardizes the reintroduction of tuition fees.