Session Profile: Toomas Uibo
15th Estonian Parliament, 6th sitting, plenary session.
2025-09-18
Political Position
The most prominent themes are economic growth, easing inflation, and streamlining public finances. The political direction is strongly liberal and forward-looking, emphasizing evidence-based decisions and a long-term strategic perspective. The stance strongly supports the government's plan to abolish the tax bracket complexity (the "tax hump") and avoid an income tax hike, aiming to boost consumer confidence. Furthermore, there is a strong emphasis on the necessity of paying the price for freedom, referencing the increase in defense spending due to Russia's war of aggression.
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Topic Expertise
High expertise is evident in the areas of macroeconomics, financial stability, and banking sector regulation. The speaker refers to specific economic phenomena (inflation, structural problems) and relies on data and expertise provided by the Bank of Estonia. Particularly detailed knowledge is demonstrated regarding home loan refinancing procedures (notary fees, collateral valuation reports), where there is support for increasing flexibility.
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Rhetorical Style
The style is formal and analytical, focusing on logical arguments and facts, particularly referencing the Bank of Estonia report. The tone acknowledges current difficulties but remains optimistic about the future, stressing the necessity of adopting a long-term perspective. The address concludes with a direct call to action: "More optimism, less pessimism!"
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Activity Patterns
The data is limited to a single appearance at the plenary session, which was a response to the overview given by the President of the Bank of Estonia. This suggests active participation in crucial economic and financial debates, as well as recognition of the work of these institutions.
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Opposition Stance
Direct political opponents are not criticized; instead, the criticism is aimed at irresponsible debt-based living, which is viewed as an escape from the underlying problem. Excessive bureaucracy is also criticized for stifling innovation within the business environment.
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Collaboration Style
The style of cooperation is supportive and institutional, praising and welcoming the Bank of Estonia’s proposals aimed at intensifying competition in the banking market. Furthermore, government steps to alleviate the tax burden and strengthen the economic outlook are also supported.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly on national economic policy (the Estonian economy, the welfare of the Estonian people) and the international context. Particular emphasis is placed on the impact of Russia’s war of aggression on Europe and on Estonia’s defense spending. Specific regional topics or areas are not mentioned.
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Economic Views
Economic views are strongly liberal, emphasizing sound public finances and opposing irresponsible debt-based living. Support is provided for easing the tax burden (specifically, abolishing the tax curve/bulge) and for investments aimed at boosting competitiveness through science, innovation, and green technologies. The plan calls for a stable, transparent, and simple business environment, alongside labor market flexibility.
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Social Issues
Education is primarily viewed as a strategic engine for economic growth and an investment object. Social issues include support for the fair regulation of notary fees to ensure that transactions for the elderly and people with mobility impairments can be finalized at home.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on simplifying the tax system and intensifying competition in the banking market. Government decisions to abolish the tax 'hump' and forgo an income tax increase are supported. A flexible approach is preferred, eliminating notary fees and the requirement for a new collateral valuation certificate when refinancing home loans.
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