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“This is essentially genocide” – Latvia’s President on Russia’s actions in Ukraine
February 2, 2026
Mandatory military service for women in Latvia – JKP urges the Ministry of Defence not to rush implementation
January 30, 2026
Latvian government launches costly study: could Latvia have a nuclear power plant?
January 30, 2026

The Ministry of Climate and Energy (KEM) plans to commission an assessment of the possibilities for developing nuclear energy in Latvia for 1.425…

“Focus on construction, not talk” – Latvia’s Transport Minister pushes back against Rail Baltica delay forecasts
January 29, 2026
Rail Baltica without a clear end in sight: the first phase in Latvia may be stalled for another five years
January 28, 2026

Politics

A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
February 2, 2026
Latvian politicians in foreign policy debates: “Expectations are collapsing,” but “not everything is bad”
January 29, 2026
Latvia’s Parliament takes a step against “intimidation lawsuits”: journalists and activists promised greater protection
January 28, 2026
Le Pen’s party in France – with a dual stance against the Kremlin
January 28, 2026
Hungary, Slovakia to sue EU over Russian gas
January 27, 2026
Estonian government decides on stricter border crossing rules for Russian diplomats
January 23, 2026

Business

“Amber Latvijas balzams” seeks legal protection – State Revenue Service freezes accounts
By Ogres   January 30, 2026

The beverage producer AS Amber Latvijas balzams has submitted an application to the Riga City Court seeking the initiation of a legal protection…

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Overtime, wages and downtime: why the Labour Law dispute has become critical for Latvia’s economy
By Ogres   January 28, 2026
The construction cartel case returns to Parliament – dispute over secret recordings
By Ogres   January 20, 2026
Cartels seen by all, but no longer provable? Supreme court ruling shakes established practice
By Ogres   January 17, 2026
Ministry of Transport requests urgent cost estimates for conservation of Rail Baltica bridge pillar
By Ogres   January 15, 2026

Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
Ogres February 3, 2026

Millions of people around the world are forming emotional connections with artificial intelligence chatbots, and experts have warned that politicians should take this…

Five arrested in Germany for illegal export of goods to Russia
Ogres February 2, 2026

German customs officials on the 2nd of February detained five men who allegedly violated the European Union embargo on Russia by exporting industrial…

Drone sightings near British military bases double last year
Ogres February 2, 2026
A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
Ogres February 2, 2026
After paid trips to China, representatives of various sectors have become lobbyists for China’s interests, VDD concludes
Ogres February 2, 2026

Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
February 3, 2026
Five arrested in Germany for illegal export of goods to Russia
February 2, 2026
Drone sightings near British military bases double last year
February 2, 2026
A new US ambassador to arrive in Riga soon, strengthening bilateral cooperation
February 2, 2026
After paid trips to China, representatives of various sectors have become lobbyists for China’s interests, VDD concludes
February 2, 2026
Czechs take to the streets to show support for President Pavel
February 2, 2026

Social

After paid trips to China, representatives of various sectors have become lobbyists for China’s interests, VDD concludes
February 2, 2026
Latvia named among possible recruitment locations for underage girls in newly released Epstein case materials
February 2, 2026
Frost down to –30°C: the start of the week in Latvia will be especially cold
February 2, 2026

In the first half of the week, the weather will remain not only cold but also dry. Under the influence of colder air…

BNN IN FOCUS | Latvia is facing a payment crisis, not an energy crisis – political scientist says
January 30, 2026
Latvia’s Interior Ministry: Cold weather is no reason to relax – enhanced border security remains in force
January 30, 2026

World

Experts: Artificial intelligence is not the best friend
Ogres February 3, 2026

Millions of people around the world are forming emotional connections with artificial intelligence chatbots, and experts have warned that politicians should take this…

Five arrested in Germany for illegal export of goods to Russia
Ogres February 2, 2026

German customs officials on the 2nd of February detained five men who allegedly violated the European Union embargo on Russia by exporting industrial…

Drone sightings near British military bases double last year
Ogres February 2, 2026
Czechs take to the streets to show support for President Pavel
Ogres February 2, 2026
New Dutch government wants to save NATO
Ogres January 30, 2026

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Tourist accommodation establishments in Latvia report growing numbers of guests

17.05.2022 Ogres

In March 2022 the number of foreign and resident visitors comprised 108.8 thousand, which is 2.3 times more than in March 2021 and…

Sweden decides to take the NATO course

17.05.2022 Ogres

Sweden will request NATO membership, as announced by Sweden’s PM Magdalena Andersson, adding that this step is intended to deter Russia from aggression….

Estonian unemployed number down by 9,200 on year

16.05.2022 Ogres

In the first quarter of 2022, the Estonian labour force participation rate was 73.1%, the employment rate was 69%, and the unemployment rate…

Latvia prepared to expand cooperation with Kazakhstan in transit sector

16.05.2022 Ogres

On Friday, 13 May, Latvian Ministry of Transport’s deputy state secretary Uldis Reimanis met with deputy Minister of Industry and Infrastructure Development of…

Latvian PM warns coalition partners the Minister of Economics will have to leave

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Latvia’s Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš has warned coalition partners that, in addition to the resignation of Minister of the Interior Marija Golubeva, Minister…

Estonian government triggers confidence vote

16.05.202216.05.2022 Ogres

In the Estonian Riigikogu, a vote of confidence is due on the government headed by the liberal Reform Party. It has been announced…

Day 81 of war in Ukraine: Defenders reach border in Kharkiv region, Eurovision winners point to Mariupol, invaders move forward in Donbas

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In Ukraine on Monday, May 16, Russian occupation forces continued slow movement forward in the epicentre of the Donbas front. Ukrainian troops have…

Latvian minister resigns: I don’t think I should be ashamed of the work that I’ve done

16.05.2022 Ogres

«I resign because it’s not possible to work as minister of the interior without support from the prime minister. But now is not…

Grey economy continues growing in all Baltic States

16.05.2022 Ogres

The volume of grey economy in Latvia increased 1.1% last year, reaching 26.6% of the country’s GDP, according to results of Stockholm School…

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