Nearly 900 million euros – Latvia’s total support for Ukraine so far
Latvia has provided more than €890 million in various forms of support to Ukraine to date, Minister of Economics Viktors Valainis (Union of…
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Opinion | Ķirsis urges a culture of learning from mistakes in public administration — but where is the accountability for costly failures?
Opinion article Riga’s Deputy Mayor Vilnis Ķirsis stated in the TV program “Preses klubs” that fear of making mistakes dominates Latvia’s public administration,…
Rainy and windy – weekend weather forecast for Latvia
On Thursday, the weather will be mostly cloudy. Rain is expected across much of the country, with heavy downpours likely in the eastern…
Initiative to reduce VAT on food gains broad support in Estonia
More than 50,000 citizens have already signed a public initiative calling for a reduction in value-added tax on food products to 10 percent,…
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…
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…
