By Agendas: Aleksandr Tšaplõgin

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2025-10-16
Debate on the nationally important issue "Why is food expensive?", initiated by the Estonian Centre Party faction.

XV Riigikogu, VI Session, Plenary Sitting

Strongly supports state intervention in market regulation, proposing both price limitation mechanisms and direct redistribution. It favors social protection and compensation, emphasizing the need to provide free food packages or other compensatory measures to those in need.
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2025-10-09
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Value-Added Tax Act (661 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

Economic views center on targeted tax reductions, supporting the lowering of VAT on foodstuffs and local fruit and vegetables. This indicates a desire to use tax policy to support consumers and local producers.
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2025-10-08
2025 Report by the Minister of Social Affairs on the Implementation of the National Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker stresses the necessity of increasing state spending in the social sector to eliminate healthcare waiting lists. This suggests the position that a lack of funding is a direct impediment to achieving social objectives and necessitates a greater financial commitment.
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2025-10-07
First Reading of the 2026 State Budget Bill (737 SE)

The 15th Riigikogu, 6th Session, Plenary Sitting

The speaker stresses the necessity of fiscal solutions aimed at poverty alleviation and supports economic redistribution to assist citizens who are taking out loans just to cover their utility bills. Their views tend toward concerns regarding the labor force and the general struggles of citizens to make ends meet.
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2025-09-10
Information session

15th Riigikogu, 6th sitting, press briefing

Not enough data.
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2025-09-04
Chair implementation

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The speaker is vehemently opposed to the government's tax hikes (specifically the sugar tax) and advocates for easing the overall tax burden. They specifically support reducing the VAT on local fruits and vegetables to 5%, demonstrating a clear desire to support both local producers and consumers. Overall, the stance is highly critical of the government's current fiscal policy.
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2025-06-18
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) – third reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

The economic outlook strongly favors competition, stressing the necessity of affordable energy to guarantee the economy's competitiveness. The speaker opposes state subsidy schemes, arguing that they distort the market and impoverish consumers. They prefer oil shale, which provides cheaper electricity under conditions of fair competition.
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2025-06-18
The Future of Energy

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, information briefing

The economic outlook is heavily focused on protecting consumers from the speculative market. The speaker criticizes the current free market model (Nord Pool) and questions the economic viability of subsidized wind energy, potentially advocating for state control over the energy market.
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 UA) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Not enough data
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2025-06-11
Draft law amending the simplified taxation act for entrepreneurs and the income tax act, and repealing the security tax act – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic views are strongly growth-oriented, advocating for the reduction of taxes and energy prices to leave people with money for consumption and businesses with resources for production. Achieving budget balance through tax increases is considered an error that deepens the economic downturn and leads to a profound crisis. Business interests are supported, with an emphasis placed on the need for production resources.
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2025-06-09
Inquiry Regarding the Spread of Poverty in Estonia (No. 757)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views stress the necessity of a new tax policy that avoids burdening low- and middle-income individuals, while simultaneously supporting the redistribution of resources. There is firm opposition to the state spending money on economically inefficient mega-projects, and a reduction in the number of officials is demanded to ensure both economic growth and social justice.
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2025-06-04
Trust crisis

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing

Economic perspectives are strongly opposed to tax hikes, accusing the government of breaking promises and introducing new taxes (allegedly 26 of them). The government’s claims regarding tax cuts are dismissed as ridiculous. The importance of economic security within the broader security framework is emphasized.
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2025-06-03
The Minister of Public Administration's 2025 presentation on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fifth session, plenary session

Economic perspectives center on fiscal responsibility and project profitability, demanding a clear analysis of how many passengers and goods are needed for Rail Baltic to pay for itself economically. Skepticism is expressed regarding the economic justification of large public investments.
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2025-06-02
First reading of the draft law on the state's supplementary budget for 2025 (651 SE)

15th Riigikogu, Fifth Session, Plenary Session

The speaker advocates for fiscal discipline and reduced public spending, specifically calling for cuts to administrative costs. Concern is raised over the burden placed on taxpayers due to an excessive number of government officials, thus supporting the need for savings and efficiency.
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2025-05-13
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu "Organizing a referendum on the question of electricity production from oil shale" (581 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, plenary session

Economic views are focused on protecting consumers from high energy costs and subsidies. The speaker strongly criticizes the subsidization of green energy production (23 million euros), deeming it too costly and an unfair burden on the public.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

It supports a significant increase in social spending and state intervention aimed at alleviating poverty, standing in stark contrast to the current austerity policy. The sources of funding are identified as halving public administration costs, abandoning the "insane green transition," and restoring economic growth. The speaker is fiscally critical of unnecessary expenditures and opaque subsidies.
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2025-05-07
Draft law amending the Planning Act and other laws (accelerating the adoption of renewable energy) (541 SE) - second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic viewpoints stress the financial protection of consumers and cost control, opposing the subsidization of green energy (23 million euros). The speaker criticizes the draft legislation because it imposes unspecified financial obligations on citizens. The preference is for stable and cheaper energy solutions that do not require double expenditures for maintaining reserve capacity.
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2025-05-07
Food safety

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives advocate for strong state intervention and subsidies in the agricultural sector, which is regarded as the firm foundation of the economy. The speaker calls for stable conditions and government support for local producers in order to reduce hazardous reliance on imports.
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2025-04-21
First reading of the draft resolution "Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the security of the Riigikogu e-election process" (576 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

There is not enough data.
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2025-04-14
Inquiry regarding the energy sector (no. 724)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Strongly advocates for state intervention and price regulation in the energy sector, opposing the speculative free market. It demands the reallocation of hundreds of millions of euros from supporting uncompetitive green energy towards the repair of the Narva power plants. The objective is to guarantee reasonable prices for consumers and restore state control over this strategic resource.
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2025-04-09
Who leads Estonia’s finances

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, information briefing

The speaker criticizes subsidies amounting to hundreds of millions of euros (to wind farm owners) and demands clear market economy principles. These economic perspectives hold that the government must control its own taxation and finances, rather than blaming external forces. The need for a stable and predictable economic environment for businesses is emphasized.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – second reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Data unavailable.
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2025-03-26
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic views are expressed through criticism of government spending, specifically opposition to "madcap green policies" and "questionable schemes." It is emphasized that disenfranchisement removes people's right to participate in the distribution of the taxes they have paid and to fund political sponsors.
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2025-03-24
Draft law amending the Electricity Market Act (568 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session.

Strongly supports the free market economy and equal competition among electricity producers, opposing state subsidies and grants ("abandoning green socialism"). It demands the abolition of high CO2 taxes to restore economic growth and prevent the impoverishment of the population caused by high electricity prices. It prioritizes economic growth and cheap energy over the political green agenda.
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2025-03-19
Market economy in Estonia

15th Riigikogu, 5th sitting, press briefing.

It strongly supports the free market economy and fair competition, while being intensely opposed to state subsidies and the high taxation of certain industries (oil shale). It views state intervention in the economy and the creation of unequal competition as a move towards socialism or a planned economy.
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2025-03-17
Inquiry regarding the financing of Russian-language Delfi and ETV+

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly opposes the expenditure of 1 million euros on media support, deeming it a waste of taxpayer money. They prefer the redistribution of these funds for social purposes, specifically to support pensioners, while emphasizing fiscal responsibility.
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2025-03-12
Government foreign policy

The 15th Riigikogu, fifth sitting, information briefing.

Economic considerations are absent, with the exception of a reference to the use of strategic minerals (phosphorite, rare earth metals) in the context of ensuring security. This indicates a readiness to utilize national resources as part of a foreign policy transaction.
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2025-03-10
First reading of the draft resolution of the Riigikogu “Establishment of a Riigikogu investigative committee to examine the circumstances related to the termination of Nordica’s activities” (543 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal discipline and question the necessity of state intervention in the aviation sector, especially when such intervention leads to long-term losses. The speaker is critical of the state subsidizing an unprofitable company.
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2025-02-19
Draft law amending the Church and Religious Communities Act (570 SE) – First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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2025-02-18
Draft resolution "Proposal to the Republic of Estonia's Government Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (535 OE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

Economic views are heavily focused on income redistribution, supporting the taxation of banking sector profits to return unjustly acquired income to the public. They oppose widespread increases in consumption taxes (VAT, excises) and demand tax relief for ordinary people (specifically, VAT on foodstuffs). Government policy is viewed as protecting the rich while robbing the poor.
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2025-01-29
The Chancellor of Justice's proposal to align the Electricity Market Act with the Constitution.

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary sitting

The economic views strongly favor a market economy, standing in opposition to state subsidies and regulations, which are viewed as hallmarks of a planned economy. The preference is for a level playing field for all producers and freedom of choice for consumers, ensuring the lowest possible price.
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2025-01-22
Draft law amending the Value Added Tax Act (539 SE) - First Reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 5th session, plenary session.

The economic perspective strongly advocates for tax redistribution and progressivity, supporting a reduction in VAT on essential goods and the introduction of a solidarity tax on the profits of banks and international corporations. The speaker emphasizes that taxes must be levied where the money resides, prioritizing financial relief for citizens.
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2025-01-15
Draft law amending the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Health Insurance Act (504 SE) - First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 5th session, plenary session

Economic perspectives emphasize the economic benefits and long-term efficiency of preventative healthcare, arguing that timely treatment is more beneficial than waiting for serious illnesses to develop. Worker protection is supported because it helps prevent significant damage to the economy (up to 2 billion euros annually).
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2024-12-18
Estonian and Georgian relations

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

Not enough data.
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2024-12-11
Third reading of the draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker is critical of hiking the tax burden, fearing its negative impact on production and consumption, which could actually reduce tax revenue. They emphasize the necessity of reliable economic forecasts and criticize the actions of foreign banks for failing to support Estonian companies and people.
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2024-12-11
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) - Third Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

The economic views are strongly opposed to excise duty hikes, arguing that they slow down the economy and take money away from the poor. The speaker advocates for taxing wealth (progressive income tax, bank profit tax) and demands strict budgetary discipline, which should be achieved by cutting bureaucracy and abandoning major projects (like Rail Baltic). Saving is prioritized over raising taxes.
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2024-12-11
Economic Growth and Eesti Energia

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Fourth session, press briefing.

The speaker is vehemently opposed to the economic downturn and government regulations that harm production and employment. Economic growth and job preservation are prioritized, and they criticize the imposition of strict environmental requirements that result in factory closures. The government is being accused of deliberately damaging the economy.
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2024-12-10
Draft law amending the Act on the Status of a Member of the Riigikogu (528 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law on the security tax (512 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic views are strongly focused on social justice and opposition to regressive taxation, which disproportionately affects low-income individuals. There is a preference for implementing a special tax on banks, signaling a desire to tax the financial sector rather than ordinary citizens, thereby aiming to prevent a further decline in the standard of living for the poor.
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2024-12-04
Second reading of the draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives strongly oppose tax hikes, stressing that during an economic downturn, they stifle growth and diminish real incomes. Strict spending cuts (targeting bureaucracy and wasteful investments) are favored over raising taxes, in order to protect the interests of citizens and businesses.
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2024-12-03
Continuation of the second reading of the draft law amending the Child Protection Act and other laws (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the Unemployment Insurance Act and, in consequence thereof, amending other laws (519 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker opposes the government's fiscal discipline, which is being achieved at the expense of social welfare, emphasizing the need to protect the interests of the workforce and the less affluent. The economic situation is described as negative, with the speaker pointing out that the level of support has long been inconsistent with tax increases, inflation, and prices.
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2024-11-21
Draft law amending the State Duty Act and the Act on Narcotic and Psychotropic Substances and Their Precursors (502 SE) – Second Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker strongly opposes the increase in state fees, stressing that these costs are ultimately passed on to consumers and diminish the purchasing power of citizens' incomes. This perspective prioritizes the financial protection of consumers and pensioners and rejects the objective of covering administrative expenses if it comes at the expense of the public.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (527 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Constitution of the Republic of Estonia (536 SE) – first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data.
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2024-11-20
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – third reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The economic outlook is critical of the current financial situation, specifically pointing to rising prices, increased taxes, and the resulting drop in the standard of living as factors detrimental to mental health. This suggests strong opposition to the government’s fiscal policy, which has led to negative social consequences.
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2024-11-20
Energetics

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The politician is critical of high taxes on fossil fuels and oil shale, arguing that these measures drive up fuel costs and harm Estonia's competitiveness. He stresses the necessity of protecting domestic industry and avoiding economic isolation.
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2024-11-20
The churning of pensioners.

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing.

The politician is strongly opposed to the taxation of pensions, justifying this stance by the need to protect retirees' income. His position supports a fiscal approach that views the pension as a return of already paid taxes, rather than newly taxable income.
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2024-11-06
Continuation of the first reading of the draft law repealing the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (488 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic views are aimed at lowering the tax burden, as it hinders economic growth and lowers the standard of living. More progressive tax sources are supported, such as a solidarity bank tax and taxing the profits of global corporations (Google, Facebook), in contrast to a car tax that burdens citizens.
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2024-11-06
The situation in the country

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, information briefing

Insufficient information.
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2024-11-05
Overview of the Government of the Republic’s Activities in the Implementation of European Union Policy

Fifteenth Riigikogu, fourth session, plenary session

The economic views are strongly nationalistic and protective of existing industry. The speaker opposes regulations that harm domestic energy production, prioritizing economic stability and the defense of national interests over international green agendas.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act (pension support) - first reading (508 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic views emphasize the need to end government waste (e.g., 3 billion allocated to unknown organizations) and pointless projects (Rail Baltic, green energy subsidies). The speaker supports social distribution, opposing cuts to pensioner benefits, and considers the government's expenditures irresponsible.
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2024-10-17
Draft law amending the Social Welfare Act and the Value Added Tax Act (mental health services) – first reading (500 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives are critical of the rise in taxes and prices, which is viewed as a factor detrimental to the mental health of residents. It is emphasized that transferring responsibilities to local governments without providing funding is economically irresponsible and places undue strain on local budgets.
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2024-10-16
Draft law on the 2025 state budget (513 SE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker stresses the necessity of rapid economic growth and calls into question the waste of hundreds of millions spent on supporting green energy. They criticize the government, which claims to be a fan of the free market, but engages in massive state intervention through subsidies.
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2024-10-16
Draft Security Tax Act (512 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives are firmly against tax increases, stressing that any tax hike would negatively impact the economy. The primary concern revolves around maintaining fiscal discipline and economic security.
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2024-10-16
Minister of Finance's Statements

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker emphasizes social justice and concern over the rising cost of living, criticizing the government's failure to grasp the economic situation faced by pensioners and minimum wage earners. They stand in opposition to the government's policies, which appear to be deepening economic inequality.
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2024-10-16
Electrical supply

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker strongly criticizes government expenditures (hundreds of millions of euros) on green energy subsidies, citing inefficient subsidization. The economic perspective emphasizes affordable pricing for consumers and calls into question the sustainability of the current subsidy model.
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2024-10-15
Draft law amending the Alcohol, Tobacco, Fuel and Electricity Excise Tax Act and other laws (510 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

Economic views are critical of the proposed increase in excise duties, arguing that it threatens the standard of living and causes losses for businesses. The preference is for policies that protect economic stability and corporate profitability against a rising tax burden.
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2024-10-15
First reading of the draft law amending the Income Tax Act and the Defence Service Act, and the draft law amending the Income Tax Act (509 SE)

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary session

The speaker voiced strong opposition to the government's economic policy, which they believe exacerbates inequality. They stressed the necessity of social justice, criticizing policies that favor the wealthy while burdening the poor.
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2024-10-14
Draft law amending the Family Benefits Act and other laws (507 SE) – first reading

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic views are strongly focused on redistribution and progressive taxation. They support the introduction of a special tax on bank profits to increase state revenue, and they oppose raising the tax burden on poor people. Social justice is prioritized over business interests.
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2024-10-09
Management Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

Economic viewpoints stress fiscal transparency and the clarity of government budget documents. Clear and responsible management of public finances is preferred.
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2024-10-09
Agricultural policy and the future of Tartu Agro

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives focus on the negative impact of inflation (rising prices) and the resulting decline in the standard of living. The speaker supports protecting and promoting local food production, viewing its decline as both an economic and a security risk.
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2024-10-08
Draft law amending the Criminal Code (452 SE) – First Reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-09-25
Draft resolution "Appointment of an auditor to audit the activities of the National Audit Office for 2024–2025" (495 OE) - first reading

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary session

The issues of corporate credibility and background checks are addressed within the context of state oversight. This refers to the emphasis that firms performing national audits must be sufficiently established and trustworthy, stressing both fiscal responsibility and the duty of due diligence.
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2024-09-25
Rail Baltic

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

Economic perspectives emphasize strict budgetary discipline and accountability for public spending. They demand the economic viability of projects and express concern regarding long-term subsidization commitments. A fiscally conservative approach is maintained concerning large national investments.
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2024-09-25
The situation in the country.

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The economic perspectives center on maintaining and restoring the purchasing power of the residents. The speaker is explicitly against raising taxes, arguing that it would worsen the economic situation, while stressing the urgent need to halt the decline in the standard of living.
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2024-09-25
About the Estonian economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker opposes the government's economic decisions and changes to the tax system, as these are predicted to cause a decline in the standard of living. An economic policy is preferred that maintains low inflation, reduces unemployment, and ensures real wage growth.
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2024-09-19
First reading of the Draft Act amending the Basic Schools and Upper Secondary Schools Act and the Vocational Educational Institutions Act (404 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

Economic perspectives focus on the depreciation of currency and the impact of inflation, stressing that budget appropriations must be realistic and align with actual expenditures. The speaker challenges fiscal discipline that fails to account for the rising cost of living.
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2024-09-19
First Reading of the Draft Act on Amendments to the Family Benefits Act (388 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 4th session, plenary sitting

The speaker advocates for increased social spending (family benefits) and suggests that the necessary funds should be sourced by cutting down the state bureaucracy, all while stressing fiscal responsibility. The economic outlook emphasizes the negative effects of inflation (a 40% rise in prices) and the critical need to support families struggling with poverty.
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2024-09-18
Economy

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, press briefing

The speaker is strongly opposed to tax hikes, particularly the introduction of labor taxes, VAT, and a new corporate income tax during the crisis. The preference is for a fiscal policy that would maintain or enhance Estonia's competitive advantage internationally, citing the prioritization of business interests.
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2024-09-11
Government economic policy

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The speaker strongly opposes policies that combine raising taxes and cutting spending during a recession, deeming them detrimental to economic growth. Emphasis is placed on the need to restore economic growth and halt rapid price increases (inflation). These views are directed at criticizing the balance struck between fiscal discipline and economic growth.
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2024-09-11
Salaries in the Ministry of the Interior Sector

15th Estonian Parliament, 4th session, press briefing.

The speaker objects to the preferential channeling of public funds (3 million euros) toward a private school, citing the need to ensure fair and prioritized financing for public services, and calling for fiscal discipline and ethical expenditure.
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2024-09-10
First Reading of the Draft Act (412 SE) on Amendments to the Riigikogu Election Act (Obtaining a Compensatory Mandate Based on the Number of Votes Cast for the Candidate)

15th Riigikogu, 4th sitting, plenary sitting

Not enough data.
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2024-07-29
Second Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 UA)

15th Riigikogu, extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

Economic perspectives advocate for state investment in the economy to restore economic growth and shifting the tax burden from the poor to the rich. The speaker supports implementing a bank tax and a progressive income tax. They oppose increasing consumption taxes (sales tax) and the general income tax, as these deepen poverty and stifle economic activity.
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2024-07-22
Granting Authorization to Prime Ministerial Candidate Kristen Michal to Form the Government

15th Riigikogu, Riigikogu's extraordinary session.

The speaker is vehemently opposed to tax hikes, arguing that they stifle economic growth and diminish tax revenue. Concern was raised that the new taxes would disproportionately affect low-income individuals, which, in turn, slows down consumer spending. The preference is for a growth-oriented fiscal policy that does not burden consumers.
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2024-07-15
Reconsideration of the Motor Vehicle Tax Act (364 UA) left unpromulgated by the President of the Republic

15th Riigikogu, Extraordinary session of the Riigikogu

The economic perspective is firmly opposed to raising taxes because it impedes economic growth. The speaker implicitly supports taxation that is either more progressive or more targeted, favoring a special bank tax (a Center Party proposal) over a broad-based tax that disproportionately affects the less affluent.
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2024-06-14
Second Reading of the Draft State Supplementary Budget Act for 2024 (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, additional plenary session

Economic perspectives are highly critical of the government's spending policies and financial management, arguing that they lead to a lack of economic growth, stagnation, and increased poverty. There is a demand for improved financial discipline and more effective utilization of existing resources.
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2024-06-12
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

Not enough data
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2024-06-11
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement "On the Crisis of Democracy in Georgia" (449 AE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

Insufficient data.
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2024-06-10
First Reading of the Draft Act on the 2024 Supplementary Budget (456 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session

Economic views emphasize the importance of economic growth and recovery, demanding that the state's fiscal policy actively support these objectives. The speaker is critical of government spending when it does not appear to be supporting economic revitalization.
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2024-06-05
Second reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

The economic platform strongly advocates for progressive taxation and wealth redistribution, stressing the principle that "taxes must be levied where the money resides." It stands against increases in consumption taxes and the car tax, arguing that these disproportionately burden lower-income residents. The platform supports generating new revenue streams by taxing banks' windfall profits and large digital corporations.
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2024-06-05
The Actions of the Government and the Prime Minister

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Not enough data
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2024-06-05
Ida-Viru County specialist doctors and hospitals' overtime coefficients

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Insufficient data.
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2024-05-29
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu (407 OE) "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic regarding the Increase of Support for Youth Extracurricular Activities."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives emphasize fiscal discipline and responsibility in state budget spending. Before approving new expenditures, a clear understanding of the funding sources is required.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic for Lowering the Value-Added Tax on Domestic Fruits and Vegetables to 5 Percent" (406 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives advocate for targeted tax cuts (such as reducing VAT on local production) to support domestic manufacturers. Furthermore, they back previous proposals for introducing a progressive income tax and a special tax on banks, indicating a clear desire to redistribute the tax burden across the system.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Riigikogu Draft Resolution "Supporting the Introduction of Nuclear Energy in Estonia" (431 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic perspectives emphasize protecting the consumer’s pocketbook and ensuring affordability. The speaker considers it essential that new energy generation guarantees a favorable purchase price for the end consumer.
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2024-05-29
First reading of the Draft Act Amending the Child Protection Act and Other Acts (427 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data
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2024-05-29
Government Investments and Defense Spending

15th Estonian Parliament, 3rd session, information briefing

The speaker is critical of the government’s fiscal discipline, viewing the large budget deficit (€1.2 billion) as a result of incompetence. He demands a clear, measurable impact from state investments and opposes justifying tax hikes by citing defense expenditures when the actual cause of the deficit lies elsewhere.
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2024-05-28
Second Reading of the Bill for the Amendment of the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

15th Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

Economic views support social justice and income redistribution, while opposing the taxation of low-income groups. The speaker is calling for the implementation of a special tax on bank profits, signaling a desire to tax large corporations. The preferred approach is a fiscal policy that protects the less wealthy and taxes large profits.
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2024-05-27
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Social Protection on the Implementation of the State's Long-Term Development Strategy "Estonia 2035"

Fifteenth Riigikogu, third session, plenary session

The speaker is vehemently opposed to taxing poorer groups (the elderly) and strongly supports implementing a special tax on banks' excess profits. This demonstrates a desire to shift the tax burden away from corporate interests and toward social justice.
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2024-05-15
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The problems concerning the availability of labor in the education sector are addressed, referencing the number of job listings as a market indicator. Clear stances on taxes, expenditures, or broader economic policy measures are absent.
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2024-05-15
Bureaucracy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

The speaker advocates for fiscal discipline and cutting public sector spending, while criticizing the high number of officials per taxpayer. These views suggest a desire to reduce the bureaucratic burden and enhance the efficiency of state administration.
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2024-05-09
Debate on the matter of significant national importance: "E-elections – a threat to democracy."

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Data is scarce.
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2024-05-08
First Reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic Regarding the Imposition of a Temporary Solidarity Tax on the Banking Sector" (367 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session.

The speaker strongly advocates for progressive taxation and the redistribution of wealth, supporting the imposition of a solidarity tax on the banking sector. The speaker opposes taxing lower-income individuals (pensions) and criticizes the government’s favorable attitude toward business interests.
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2024-05-08
State and Church

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives are framed through the lens of security: Doing business in Russia and paying taxes there is strictly frowned upon, as it supports Putin and creates political dependence. Business activity in Russia is defined as a security risk.
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2024-05-08
The Economic Situation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker stresses fiscal responsibility and insists that government spending intended to support the economy must yield a clearly measurable positive effect. He is skeptical of the large loan because its spending objectives and the expected results (in percentages) are unclear.
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2024-05-06
A written motion submitted by 22 members of the Riigikogu for a vote of no confidence in the Minister of Education and Research, Kristina Kallas

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The speaker voiced concerns regarding workforce stability in the education sector, specifically inquiring about job losses and replacements. There were no broader statements made concerning taxes, spending, or economic growth.
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2024-05-02
First Reading of the Riigikogu Draft Statement (420 AE) "On Declaring the Moscow Patriarchate an Institution Supporting the Military Aggression of the Russian Federation"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Insufficient data.
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2024-05-02
Continuation of the first reading of the Bill on the Tax on Sweetened Beverages (418 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

Economic views support targeted tax incentives (the reduction of tax on fruits and vegetables) as a tool for promoting healthy behavior. There is opposition to new consumption taxes that are framed as punitive measures.
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2024-04-30
First reading of the Bill amending the Income Tax Act (416 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

Economic views strongly support the redistribution of wealth and progressive taxation to reduce the gap between the rich and the poor. They oppose raising consumption taxes (VAT, excise duties), which exacerbate poverty. They are calling for the establishment of a solidarity tax on bank profits and the introduction of progressive income tax.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Bill on Amendments to the State Fees Act and Related Amendments to Other Acts (417 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

Economic views are generally opposed to raising state fees, especially given the high inflation and lack of income growth. The preference is to protect citizens' purchasing power, and the government's methods for filling the state budget are criticized, as they are considered unjust.
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2024-04-30
First Reading of the Draft Act on the Amendment of the Penal Code and the Amendment of Other Related Acts (Increasing the Fine Unit) (Bill 415 SE)

Fifteenth Riigikogu, Third Session, Plenary Session.

The economic perspective advocates for a progressive approach to financial penalties, stressing social equity. The objective is to ensure that fines are income-proportional, guaranteeing that they act as a deterrent across all socioeconomic strata.
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2024-04-17
Second Reading of the Draft Act (344 SE) on the Amendment of the Riigikogu Election Act and Related Amendment of Other Acts

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Insufficient data
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2024-04-17
Security

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The economic perspectives are framed within the context of security and ethics: doing business in Russia and paying taxes there is strictly condemned, as it supports Putin and consequently poses a threat to national security. The moral responsibility of business operations is paramount.
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2024-04-17
Frightening the population

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, information briefing

The speaker heavily emphasizes the critical importance of investments and expresses concern over capital loss. He advocates for a favorable environment that promotes economic growth and criticizes the government's actions for damaging business interests and undermining investor confidence.
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2024-04-10
Government decisions

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

There is too little data.
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2024-04-10
The Prime Minister's Policy

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

The presenter firmly believes that raising taxes and cutting expenditures during an economic downturn is the wrong strategy, one that makes the restoration of economic growth challenging. He maintains that fiscal tightening only deepens the economic damage, pointing to the negative experience of 2008.
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2024-04-03
Pension Taxation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic views are strongly focused on social justice, opposing the taxation of low-income seniors. The speaker implicitly supports more progressive taxation, advocating the idea of taxing banks' excess profits.
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2024-04-02
First reading of the Draft Resolution of the Riigikogu "Making a Proposal to the Government of the Republic to Abandon the Imposition of the Car Tax and Withdraw the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill from the Riigikogu Proceedings" (374 OE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary sitting

The speaker opposes the motor vehicle tax and demands alternative funding sources should the tax be abandoned, stressing the necessity of fiscal responsibility. The economic views focus on a comparative analysis of taxes, contrasting the car tax with a windfall profits tax on the banking sector.
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2024-03-20
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

The subject is firmly opposed to any and all tax hikes and the introduction of new taxes during an economic downturn. The priority is fostering economic growth while avoiding measures that would hinder business operations and employment.
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2024-03-20
Car Tax

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing.

Economic perspectives emphasize social justice in the context of taxation, calling for targeted tax exemptions for people with disabilities, large families, and low-income individuals. This indicates support for social redistribution through tax policy.
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2024-03-19
The 2024 Report by the Minister of Health on the implementation of the state's long-term development strategy "Estonia 2035"

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The speaker opposes new consumption taxes (such as the sugar tax) and advocates for targeted tax reductions on healthy foods (fruits and vegetables). Support is also given to increasing state funding for school meals, which indicates backing for government intervention to achieve social goals.
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2024-03-13
The Present and Future Challenges Facing the Domestic Food Industry

15th Estonian Parliament, third sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives underscore the pressing need to restore economic growth and preserve employment. There is visible support for the government taking an active role in helping businesses maintain production during the economic downturn.
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2024-03-06
Spreading misinformation

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

Economic views are strongly critical of the tax hikes that followed pre-election promises not to raise taxes. They also emphasize the growing number of poor people and criticize earlier privatization efforts (Estonian Railways), which the speaker claims was a fraudulent scheme that resulted in losses for the state.
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2024-03-06
Government Decisions

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, press briefing

Economic positions strongly advocate for progressive taxation and oppose flat taxes, which disproportionately affect lower-income groups. There is a proposal to impose a substantial tax on luxury cars, signaling a desire to tax wealth and promote social redistribution.
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2024-03-04
Interpellation Regarding the Temporary Taxation of Banks' Excess Profits (No. 595)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary sitting

Economic views emphasize the need to protect ordinary people from high borrowing costs and criticize tax policies that appear to tax the poor instead of the rich. They support greater fiscal fairness and are critical of the banking sector's profits.
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2024-02-14
First Reading of the Motor Vehicle Tax Bill (364 SE)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session

The economic perspective strongly emphasizes the solidarity and fairness of the tax system. They oppose regressive taxes (like the car tax) that disproportionately harm the poor, and demand that banks' excessive profits be taxed via a solidarity levy. Economic justice is prioritized over corporate interests.
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2024-02-14
Salaries of police officers and rescue workers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic perspectives emphasize the necessity of redirecting state spending toward the fair compensation of frontline workers. There is opposition to bureaucratic waste, and support is given to highlighting the concerns of the workforce. We support allocating public funds to those who perform actual work, rather than using them for officials’ bonuses.
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2024-02-07
Tax Policy

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic views are strongly focused on the redistribution of wealth and solidarity. They oppose consumption taxes (VAT, excises) and demand the implementation of an excess profits tax on banks that are earning substantial profits. Social measures and the fight against poverty are prioritized, while simultaneously criticizing the banking sector's large earnings.
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2024-02-07
Nordica Special Audit

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The economic views expressed are strongly pro-business, emphasizing the necessity of a stable and reliable government so that entrepreneurs can feel secure. The speaker identifies an economic risk in the government's current actions, suggesting concern over regulatory or fiscal uncertainty.
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2024-01-24
Doctor Appointment Problems

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic considerations pertain to healthcare financing, suggesting that insufficient funding is the cause of long waiting lists. This highlights the necessity of increasing public spending in the healthcare sector.
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2024-01-24
Teachers

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The economic perspectives stress the necessity of channeling state funds into supporting education and the public sector workforce (teachers), while opposing generous bonuses for officials. There is support for reallocating money from administrative costs towards social priorities, which calls into question the overall health of the nation's economy.
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2024-01-17
Rail Baltica

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

The speaker emphasizes fiscal discipline and expresses opposition to state investments that have been deemed financially unviable. The objective is to protect the taxpayer from the annual costs associated with running an unprofitable project.
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2024-01-17
Economic competitiveness

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic positions are strongly opposed to the tax hike, stressing that it will stifle economic growth. The preference is for a fiscal policy that encourages economic expansion, which stands in direct contrast to the government's current direction.
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2024-01-10
Electricity prices

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, information briefing

Economic views focus on consumer protection and affordable living costs, contrasting with the current high-price situation. Implicitly, this demands greater state intervention or regulatory oversight, pointing to the need to call the activities of the Competition Authority into question.
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2024-01-08
Inquiry Regarding the Threat to the Independence of Press Publications (No. 345)

15th Riigikogu, 3rd sitting, plenary session.

The government's spending on private media is being discussed, but the position focuses on the political impact of the funding and the risk of corruption, rather than on economic models or fiscal discipline.
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