By Plenary Sessions: Rain Epler

The speaker is a strong proponent of economic growth, which must be underpinned by stable and reasonably priced electricity. He opposes tax increases and the subsidization of renewable energy, seeing these measures as a path that degrades the economic environment and leads to poverty. He stresses that industrial enterprises need stable energy, not "green energy."

The economic perspectives emphasize tax compliance and a business-friendly environment. The speaker is critical of the assumption that tax fraud is widespread in Estonia and questions significant changes to input VAT deduction that affect entrepreneurs and real estate developers.

The economic views are strongly opposed to subsidization, as it distorts the market, raises electricity prices, and is inefficient. It advocates for solutions that ensure stable and cost-effective energy production and criticizes the spending of state funds on unproductive projects.

Economic views are strongly opposed to tax hikes, particularly regarding the progressive income tax, which is viewed as outright plunder that also hits lower-income individuals. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of avoiding regressive taxes, and the narrative of class hatred based on the concentration of wealth is firmly rejected.

The speaker advocates for strategic state intervention and support for domestic manufacturers to guarantee operational capacity and production readiness. The position is articulated that the state should compensate for this readiness, even in the absence of an immediate large order, thereby preventing the erosion of production capability.

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Budget forecasts are cautious and critical, raising doubts about the government's ability to finance new spending during a period of cuts. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of compensating private owners for damages and restrictions imposed, ensuring that the financial burden does not fall solely on individual entrepreneurs or farmers. Fair compensation is the preferred approach when implementing restrictions.