Rinkēvičs marks two years as President of Latvia – what has been achieved?
During his two years in office, President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs has undertaken 36 regional visits, according to data compiled by the Chancellery…
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Stock exchange listing – opportunity or threat? Latvian Prime Minister calls for open debate
A public discussion on the potential listing of state-owned enterprises on the stock exchange is necessary, Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa (New Unity)…
Meteorologists warn: rain and thunderstorms to continue through the week
On Wednesday, light and brief rain is expected, and due to light winds, fog may form in some areas. Air temperatures will drop…
Food prices rise in Latvia – June brings increases in housing and fuel costs as well
In June 2025, consumer prices in Latvia increased by 0.1% compared to May, and by 3.8% compared to June 2024. This marks an…
Rail Baltica – Estonia builds faster and cheaper; Latvia pays more and delays. Why?
In Estonia, each kilometer of Rail Baltica railway costs less than in Latvia and even below the European average, and construction is progressing…
Cooler weather ahead: heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in several regions
On Tuesday, skies will be mostly cloudy, although occasional clear spells are expected in some areas. During the day, precipitation will be less…
Avens requests criminal proceedings against Foreign Minister Braže for defamation
Russian-Latvian dual citizen and billionaire Pjotrs Avens has requested that the State Police initiate criminal proceedings against Foreign Minister Baiba Braže (New Unity)…
Local buses start operating between Latvia and Estonia
After several years of bureaucratic coordination between the two countries, cross-border bus routes have started running between the cities of southern Estonia and…
Weather changes this week: from +25 degrees to heavy rain and wind
On Monday, the sky will be mostly cloudy, although brief clear spells may still occur in some places during the first half of…
