Čakša back in the Saeima – aims for the seat of head of the Budget Commission
The now former Latvian Minister of Education and Science Anda Čakša has returned to working in the Saeima, as she confirmed in a…
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Latvian PM’s “restart” plan: a desperate attempt to stay in office or the beginning of the political end?
Opinion Piece / Ilona Bērziņa The Siliņa government’s “restart” plan and its execution strongly resemble the same string of absurdities that led to…
Is eight euros a day enough for mission? Trade unions want a raise
The Latvian Free Trade Unions Association (LBAS) proposes increasing the daily mission allowance within Latvia’s territory from EUR 8 to at least EUR…
Latvia’s imports of Russian arms and munitions reaches EUR 795 800 in 2024
In 2024, Latvia imported arms and munitions from Russia worth EUR 796 774, which is 74.5% more when compared to the year prior….
Influenza infection cases on a rise in Latvia
The number of influenza infection cases in Latvia has increased over the past week and indicates high activity of the influenza virus. Covid-19…
Patching existing government would hurt Latvia – it needs to fall, comments Smiltēns
Patching, gluing or trying other methods to mend the existing government in Latvia would hurt the country, said member of opposition party Combined…
“Dzintars” manufacturer obtains ISO 13485 certification, expanding expertise in medical product development
In its commitment to innovation and business growth, the manufacturer of the Latvian cosmetics brand Dzintars – H.A.Brieger – has obtained the ISO…
SAB: Russia is building up forces for a confrontation with NATO
Russia is building up its forces and combat capabilities for a confrontation with NATO, notes the Latvian Constitution Protection Bureau (SAB) in its…
BNN Asks a political analyst: Can Siliņa solve the “Briškens Problem” without toppling the government?
The public statement by Ainars Latkovskis, Deputy Chair of the “New Unity” Saeima faction and Chair of the National Security Committee, expressing hopes…
