General Latvian government debt at “only” 40.8% of GDP in 2022
Latvia’s general government debt was at 40.8% of GDP at the end of 2022, as reported by the State Treasury, stressing that it…
Hungary blocks EU’s newest arms procurement funding plan for Ukraine
Hungary has blocked European Union’s (EU) latest plan for the allocation of EUR 500 million to cover the costs of supplies of arms…
Moldovan region prepares for a clash of opinions with the European-oriented government
The pro-Russian regional assembly of Gagauzia approved the result of the local leader’s election, which will lead to a clash of opinions with…
Latvian PM says healthcare should receive a bigger portion of the “budget pie”
Efforts are being put into reorganising the state budget in favour of the healthcare system, said Latvia’s Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš in an…
Russian scientists accused of particularly serious treason
The Kremlin has announced that scientists involved in the development of hypersonic missiles have been charged with treason, and this information has caused…
BNN ANALYSES | Ventbunkers to further develop industrial wastewater treatment service for European clients
Ilona Bērziņa, BNN The biggest wastewater treatment facility in the Baltic Sea region is located at Ventpils Sea Port, within the territory of…
Belarusian opposition prepares for Lukashenko’s departure
Reports about the health problems of the self-proclaimed president of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, have opened the way for speculations about what will happen…
Union of Greens and Farmers could enter government if party votes for Rinkēvičs
If the Union of Greens and Farmers (ZZS) decides to support New Unity’s (JV) presidential candidate [Latvia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs] Edgars Rinkēvičs,…
Freight on a rise in “multiple segments” at Latvian sea ports
According to data compiled by the Ministry of Transport, in the first four months of 2023 there has been a drop in the…
