From export support to sanctions barrier: how the war has transformed Latvia’s customs strategy
Following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the work of Latvia’s customs service has fundamentally changed – while previously the focus was on facilitating…
Political advisor: Macron is France’s worst president
Political advisor Alain Minc once sang the praises of his former protégé Emmanuel Macron, even comparing him to Napoleon’s generals, especially gifted with…
Lithuanian rural hospitals start offering significant support to attract new doctors
At a time when young specialists from smaller cities are moving to larger places, Lithuania is also facing a shortage of doctors in…
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…
“I see no reason to worry that it imposes anything unacceptable” – Latvian Police Chief on the Istanbul Convention
“I have read it thoroughly and I see no reason to worry that something unacceptable could be imposed on our society,” State Police…
Security expert: Authorities had to be sure before arresting Bessedin
Estonian security expert Erkki Koort said that authorities should have been completely sure before arresting Oleg Bessedin, who was detained for spreading Kremlin…
Maxima Latvija has long engaged in unfair practices against suppliers, Competition Council finds
The Competition Council (KP) has imposed a fine of 1.873 million euros on retail chain SIA Maxima Latvija for violations of the Unfair…
EU to tighten visa rules for Russian citizens
The European Union is set to tighten visa rules for Russian citizens, ending the visa regime that allowed multiple crossings of Schengen borders,…
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…
