14 hours of debates and disputes in the Latvian Parliament: 2026 budget “pushed through” in first reading
After two days of debates, the Saeima on Thursday supported next year’s state budget and the accompanying package of draft laws in the…
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Large protest in Old Riga tonight over the Istanbul Convention: what you need to know
An Emergency Medical Service (NMPD) station will be set up in Old Riga’s Herder Square this evening to provide medical assistance if needed…
Cloudy weather and local fog on Thursday in Latvia; slightly sunnier weekend ahead
Thursday will be mostly cloudy, though skies will clear in some western areas during the day, allowing for sunny spells. Occasional light rain…
How has Latvia managed to remain among the tax competitiveness leaders for eight consecutive years?
Latvia has the second most competitive tax system among the member states of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), trailing only…
Port authorities in Latvia will be required to pay corporate income tax
Port authorities in Latvia will be required to pay corporate income tax (CIT), according to the amendments to the CIT Law approved by…
Mild and grey weather continues – less rain and occasional sunshine over the weekend
On Tuesday night, skies will be mostly cloudy, with light rain expected in some areas, mainly in the eastern part of the country,…
National Alliance supports President’s call to leave Istanbul Convention decision to the next Saeima
The National Alliance (NA) supports President Edgars Rinkēvičs’ call to continue decision-making on the Istanbul Convention in the next Saeima, the party told…
“Unanswered questions and oddities”: Citskovskis on Kariņš’s special flights
In the case concerning former Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš’s special flights, the only accused, former State Chancellery (VK) Director Jānis Citskovskis, has not…
Latvian President sends law on withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention back to parliament
President of Latvia Edgars Rinkēvičs has decided to return to the Saeima for reconsideration the draft law on Latvia’s withdrawal from the Council…
