Latvian PM remains in office – Saeima rejects resignation request for the second time
On Thursday, the Latvian Parliament once again rejected a motion of no confidence against Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity – JV), submitted…
Category: Politics
Latvia begins its path in the UN Security Council – President Rinkēvičs outlines priorities
In the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), Latvia will continue to provide maximum support to Ukraine, emphasized President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs during…
OPINION | From “minor glitches” to major doubts — What is happening with Latvia’s electoral system?
Opinion article Following the announcement by the Central Election Commission (CEC) about technical issues with the election system, public concern is understandable. Not…
After technical disruptions, CEC promises increased oversight of election system
The Central Election Commission (CEC) is working in close coordination with the State Agency for Digital Affairs (VDAA) to ensure that no further…
Municipal elections in Latvia: Early voting begins today at 948 polling stations
This afternoon at 5:00 PM, early voting in the municipal elections will begin across Latvia, according to the Central Election Commission (CEC). A…
BNN IN FOCUS | “Every decision has a name and a surname” – Who should be held accountable for the airBaltic funds?
The state has failed to monitor the recovery of public funds invested in the airline airBaltic during the Covid-19 period and has largely…
BNN INTERVIEW | The fight for a seat at the top of global diplomacy – Pildegovičs on Latvia’s candidacy for the UN Security Council
One week from now – on the 3rd of June – it will be decided whether Latvia will be elected to the UN…
Ombudsman Jansons admits excessive alcohol use, explains absence from parliament with health issues
Latvian Ombudsman Juris Jansons did not appear in the Saeima on Thursday, the 22nd of May, to present his annual report because he…
Ombudsman Jansons nowhere to be seen – Saeima demands answers over his ongoing absence
The Latvian Parliament is seeking clarity regarding the situation at the Ombudsman’s Office, particularly the repeated and unexplained absences of Ombudsman Juris Jansons….
