Estonians mostly indifferent to Soviet era monuments
A survey commissioned by the Government Office revealed that for many Estonians World War II memorials built during the Soviet era carry little…
EU plans to cancel fast issue of visas to Russian citizens
The European Union plans to cancel the agreement under which Russian citizens are provided quick issue of visas, as reported by EU diplomat…
Authorities install first several kilometres of permanent fence on Latvian-Belarusian border
According to information from the Ministry of the Interior, work is underway on the Latvian-Belarusian border. 57 km of territory have been cleared…
Germany and France against a ban on tourist visas for Russians
Germany and France have issued a joint warning against a ban on tourist visas for Russians, saying such a step, supported by other…
Latvian Education Ministry considers dropping budget spots; may offer co-payment
While looking at options for higher education, Latvia’s Ministry of Education and Science (IZM) mentioned the option of terminating budget and paid spots…
United Nations’ nuclear chief has arrived in Kyiv
Russia has shelled the corridor, which is necessary for an IAEA mission to reach the Zaporizhzhya nuclear power plant, in broad daylight on…
Latvian government agrees to provide object of national interest status to Skulte LNG terminal
On Tuesday, 30 August, Latvia’s government agreed to provide object of national interest status to Skulte liquefied natural gas terminal (LNG), as journalists…
Infamous ex-mayor of Ventspils paid a wage while under arrest; KNAB spots possible violation
In July 2022 Ventspils City Council deputies Ģirts Valdis Kristovskis and Dace Korna turned to the Ministry of Justice and Ministry (TM) of…
Average wage after taxes in Latvia – EUR 997
In Q2 2022 the average gross wages and salaries for full-time work in the country amounted to EUR 1 362. Compared to Q2…
