Latvian politicians stress the importance of enhancing security
During the annual Saeima foreign policy debates, politicians stressed the importance of increasing Latvia’s security, as well as increasing funding for the defence…
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Minister: airBaltic commences capital reduction by EUR 571 million
The procedure to lower the capital of Latvian national airBaltic airline by EUR 571 million has commenced, as LETA was told by Latvian…
Lithuanian craft brewer Genys Brewing acquires one of the country’s oldest breweries – Kauno Alus
Lithuania’s leading craft brewer, UAB “Genys Brewing”, has acquired AB “Kauno Alus”, one of the country’s oldest and most historic breweries. This acquisition…
National Guard Commander says Latvia should be ready for any threats from Russia
Latvia needs to be prepared for any threats, said Commander of Latvian National Guard Aivars Krjukovs in an interview to “Ir” magazine, answering…
Rail Baltica wants another EUR 325 million to continue the project
The joint company of the three Baltic States “RB Rail” has submitted a request for more than EUR 325 million for Rail Baltica…
Mayor explains consequences from possible vehicle entrance fee for centre of Riga
Entrance fee to the centre of Riga is populism, said Mayor of Riga Vilnis Ķirsis, commenting on the suggestion from opposition politician Ainārs…
Latvia pauses purchase of medical helicopters due to funding shortage
Due to lack of funding, Latvia will not buy helicopters for medical assistance for the time being. Instead, medics will continue to use…
New January record: air temperature in Rucava reaches +9.2° C
On Tuesday, the 28th of January, air temperature in the country reached its peak at 14:00: +9.2 C in Rucava, which is a…
Latvian government approves provision of another EUR 200 million towards anti-air defence
On Tuesday, the 28th of January, Latvian government approved the provision of another EUR 200 million towards the country’s anti-air defence system. The…
