The board of New Unity (JV) and the faction have supported the nomination of Welfare Minister Evika Silina (JV) for the position of Prime Minister, reports the LETA news agency.
The decision will be made this evening, on the 16th of August, during the council meeting and the general assembly of New Unity (JV).
As reported, the decision is expected to be announced at a press conference tonight, on the 16th of August, at 18:30 at the New Unity’s (JV) office, located at 12-3 Zigfrīda Anna Meierovica Boulevard.
As reported earlier by BNN, on Monday, the 14th of August 2023, Prime Minister Krisjanis Karins (New Unity) announced his resignation as Prime Minister and stated that he will not stand for re-election. On Thursday, the 17th of August, he will present a formal resignation letter to the President of Latvia, Edgars Rinkevics.
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