Lithuanian emigration trends: fewer people go to Britain, more people seek tax havens
The number of Lithuanians emigrating to Britain, Norway or Germany has decreased in recent years, but there is a trend, albeit moderate, of…
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Riga plans more expensive parking – electric vehicles to lose privileges
The municipal company Rīgas satiksme is planning to increase parking fees and limit benefits for electric vehicle owners, including free parking in the…
Security strategy: Estonia must be able to survive 30 days without connection to the rest of the world
The updated strategy states that in the event of a crisis or war, Estonia’s security of supply solutions must be able to ensure…
State funds and airBaltic: concerns grow over repayment
The Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) believes that Transport Minister Atis Švinka (P) has so far failed to provide the government and…
Contract signing banned in tender for development of European digital identity wallet
The Procurement Monitoring Bureau (IUB) has prohibited the State Digital Development Agency (VDAA) from signing a procurement contract with the winners of the…
Helium shortage in Latvia’s healthcare – treatment costs may rise
One of the current issues faced by hospitals in Latvia is the availability of helium, said Artūrs Bērziņš, the newly appointed Chairman of…
How to dress for the weekend? Weather in Latvia will be changeable
On Friday, the weather will be mostly sunny and dry. A light to moderate northeasterly to northerly wind will blow. At night, temperatures…
Could e-signature disappear in Latvia? Prime Minister promises action
Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity) will ensure that the e-signature remains available, user-friendly, stable, and reliable, emphasised her communications advisor Sandris Sabajevs….
Latvian film selected for the Cannes Film Festival competition
The feature film “Uļa”, created in collaboration between director Viesturs Kairišs and actor Kārlis Arnolds Avots, has been selected for the “Un Certain…
