Expert skeptical about quick government formation even after Siliņa’s nomination as PM
After the nomination of Welfare Minister Evika Silina (JV) as the Prime Minister, there is no reason for optimism that a new government…
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Latvian prime minister announces resignation
On Monday, the 14th of August 2023, Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš (New Unity) announced that he will resign as Prime Minister. He revealed…
Backstage rumours suggest AS and NA are sceptical about Latvian PM’s offer
The Combined List (AS) and National Alliance (NA) political parties may be sceptical about at least part of the suggestion from Prime Minister…
Latvian government’s future remains unclear prior to coalition’s meeting
The future of Latvia’s government is still unclear as parties prepare for coalition meeting on Thursday, the 10th of August. Politicians from the…
Why people in Estonia buy shares more often than people in Latvia?
Citadele Bank’s financial asset management experts offer their answer to this question, which has already been asked several times recently in regards to…
BNN ASKS | New Unity leader still confused why Riga mayor decided to step down
Riga City Council New Unity (JV) faction leader Olafs Pulks is one of two politicians in the local municipal administration whose deputy mandate…
Farmers’ Parliament: Thunderstorms and hail have shaken farmers hard
The recent thunderstorm and hail have shaken farmers greatly, according to the entry published by the Farmers’ Parliament on Facebook. The association reports…
Several injured and one dead in recent thunderstorm in Latvia
On Monday, the 7th of August, the Emergency Medical Service (NMPD) had to provide assistance to Latvian residents who were injured in hail….
Latvian minister invites State Audit to perform emergency audit in Rezekne
On Monday, the 7th of August, Latvian Minister of Finance Arvils Ašeradens invited the State Audit (VK) to “consider the possibility of performing…
