Latvia showcases its ports and logistics opportunities at “Translogistica Kazakhstan 2025”
From the 29th of September to the 2nd of October, Minister of Transport Atis Švinka and representatives of Latvian industry companies carried out…
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Latvia faces hundreds of millions in fines – parliament fails to ensure quorum
Today, for the second week in a row, the coalition has been unable to secure a quorum in votes on controversial issues. As…
Breast cancer screening uptake in Latvia remains low – doctors warn of consequences
Despite improvements in diagnostics and treatment options, breast cancer in Latvia continues to be marked by unacceptably low screening participation and, consequently, late…
Suspected bribery: KNAB conducts search at Riga Central Market administration building
The Corruption Prevention and Combating Bureau (KNAB) is conducting a search at the Riga Central Market administration building on suspicion of bribery, LETA…
Potato season in Latvia catastrophic – some farms may not survive
Due to this year’s unfavorable weather conditions, some potato growers in Latvia may face bankruptcy, Aiga Kraukle, Chair of the Board of the…
ZZS claims Istanbul Convention declaration is being violated in Latvia
The Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) believes that the declaration added by the political force to the Istanbul Convention a few years…
Latvia borrows 1.25 billion euros on international financial markets
Latvia has borrowed 1.25 billion euros on international financial markets, according to information published by the State Treasury. On Thursday, the 25th of…
Siliņa: ZZS has violated the coalition agreement
The Union of Greens and Farmers’ (ZZS) vote in the Saeima on withdrawing from the Istanbul Convention constitutes a breach of the coalition…
Is paracetamol dangerous for pregnant women? Latvian experts give an answer
There is currently no new evidence requiring changes to existing recommendations on paracetamol use during pregnancy, emphasizes the State Agency of Medicines. US…
