Agenda Profile: Urve Tiidus
The Prime Minister's address for 2025 on the implementation of the long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035" (including an overview of the situation of research and development activities and the government's policy in this area).
2025-03-11
15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session
Political Position
The most important issue is the state's long-term development strategy, "Estonia 2035," and the funding of research and development (R&D). The political stance is results-oriented, acknowledging positive developments in private sector contributions, but simultaneously pressuring the government to set a clear timeline for R&D expenditure to reach 2% of GDP. The position is moderately ambitious and focuses on policy effectiveness.
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Topic Expertise
High level of expertise in R&D funding and economic indicators. The speaker utilizes specific statistical data (e.g., 2023 figures, 1.08% private sector, 0.76% public sector) and technical terminology to highlight the proportion of R&D expenditure relative to GDP.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and respectful, addressing the Prime Minister and following up on the previous question. The rhetoric is strongly logical and data-driven, focusing on specific figures and the forecasting of future trends. The tone is analytical, balancing recognition and challenge.
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
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Collaboration Style
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly at the national level, addressing Estonia’s long-term development strategy and the financing of research and development (R&D) as a percentage of GDP. Regional or international topics are not covered.
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Economic Views
Supports economic growth channeled through research and development (R&D), highly valuing the increased contribution of the private sector. It advocates for ambitious national expenditure targets (2% of GDP) to promote innovation and competitiveness.
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Social Issues
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Legislative Focus
The focus is on monitoring the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Eesti 2035" and setting future goals. The speaker is interested in policy oversight concerning the increase in R&D expenditures and necessary budget amendments.
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